The Acolyte Unveiled: Disney Plus Teases New Jedi Mystery Series
March 19, 2024
Disney Plus unveils the official trailer for the new Star Wars show, The Acolyte, premiering on June 4, 2024.
The Acolyte is created by Leslye Headland and is set during the final days of the High Republic Era.
The plot centers around Jedi Master Sol investigating Jedi murders, with suspicion pointing to his former Padawan, Mae.
The show teases new Jedi characters and suggests the emergence of the modern Sith.
The series aims to offer a novel twist on the Star Wars world, influenced by wuxia films, likened to 'Frozen meets Kill Bill'.
Filming locations include Portugal's Fanal forest and Porto Moniz in Madeira, contributing to the region's promotion as a film hub.
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Forbes • Mar 19, 2024
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