The Acolyte, a new Star Wars series, is premiering on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, in the US and June 5 in the UK.

Set in the era of the High Republic, the show takes place 100 years before The Phantom Menace, focusing on the Sith's secretive rise to power.

Showrunner Leslye Headland has drawn from the Expanded Universe, marking it as non-canon to allow for potential live-action adaptations.

The series aims to offer a fresh take on the Sith, challenging the traditional view of them as underdogs prior to their prequel trilogy triumph.

The Acolyte has sparked debate regarding its portrayal of the Sith during the High Republic era, suggesting a presence previously unseen in the lore.

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