Star Wars: The Acolyte Release Date, Cast, Trailer, Timeline and Everything We Know

Acolyte is a part of the Star Wars franchise and an upcoming television series that is scheduled for release this year. 

For years now, Star Wars has given us so many spin-off shows like The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, Skeleton Crew, etc. And now, with Acolyte close to its release, it seems to point to the audience that there is something big coming up – probably a new Star Wars movie. 

What is the Plot of Star Wars: Acolyte?

The plot of Acolyte is set in the era when the High Republic is about to come to an end. It gives us all a view of the galaxy where many dark powers are coming into force, ones that threaten the existence of the world. In the series, a Padawan is reunited with her Jedi Master, and together, they try to solve a series of criminal activities. However, during his investigation, the Jedi comes face-to-face with a threatening force that can destroy both the Republic and the Jedi Order. 

Cast of Star Wars: Acolyte

• Amandla Stenberg plays the role of former padawan
• Lee Jung-jae as a Jedi Master
• Dafne Keen as a young Jedi
• Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra Rwoh, a Jedi Knight prodigy
• Charlie Barnett as a young Jedi
• Carrie-Anne Moss as a Jedi
• Joonas Suotamo as Kelnacca a Wookiee Jedi master

Also present in the series in important roles are Manny Jacinto, Amy Tsang, Jodie Turner-Smith, Dean Charles Chapman, and Margarita Levieva. 

Is there a Trailer for Star Wars: Acolyte?

Last year, in 2023, during the celebration event of Europe’s Star Wars Celebration, the trailer for Star Wars: Acolyte was shown. However, the makers are yet to release an official trailer for the audience. 

Where to Watch Star Wars: Acolyte?

Once it is released, the audience will be able to watch Star Wars: Acolyte on Disney+Hotstar alongside the other Star Wars series. It is an eight-episode series. 

When Will Star Wars: Acolyte be Released?

The filming for Star Wars: Acolyte began in October 2022 and concluded in June 2023. Considering the filming of the series is complete, the makers may release it somewhere during the middle of the year.