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The Acolyte star Manny Jacinto had no idea about that major Star Wars cameo until he saw the finale

He was just as surprised as you

Total Film

'The Acolyte' Showrunner Reveals Her Plans for Yoda, Plagueis, and Season 2

In an interview with Inverse, Leslye Headland talks the Sith rule of two, Star Wars Legends, and the future of the show.

Inverse

'The Acolyte' Director: We "Really Had to Fight For" That Big Yoda Cameo

Hanelle M. Culpepper breaks down 'The Acolyte's big cameos, reveals a scrapped ending for Osha and Qimir, and teases Season 2.

Inverse

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The Acolyte season 2: everything we know about a potential new season

Here's what's been said so far about The Acolyte season 2

Total Film

'Star Wars: The Acolyte' episode 8: How open-ended is the conclusion?

"The Acolyte" sticks the landing with a strong season 1 finale that gives closure to the main plot while offering a look at the series' future.

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Will There Be an 'Acolyte' Season 2? Here's Everything You Need to Know

With Disney+'s latest Star Wars show in books, showrunner Leslye Headland is eager to continue the story and answer some lingering mysteries. A renewal, however, depends on the whims of Lucasfilm.

Inverse

'The Acolyte' Ending Explained: How The Yoda Cameo Sets Up a Big Twist In Season 2

Let’s review where everyone stands at the end of 'The Acolyte' Season 1, and the secrets that could upend the status quo in Season 2.

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The Acolyte Season 2 Renewal Status: What To Expect

Explore the Star Wars prequel series, The Acolyte, as it nears its season one finale. Will Disney+ renew for a second season? Stay tuned for updates!

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'The Acolyte' Episode 8 Release Date, Time, Schedule, and Plot for the Star Wars Show

The latest Star Wars show on Disney+ has reached the end of the line, and the conclusion will hopefully be fiery. Here’s everything you need to know about 'The Acolyte' Episode 8, from its release date and premiere time to what to expect from the plot.

Inverse

The Acolyte showrunner hopes that two beloved dead characters have more of their stories told in Star Wars one day

Yord and Jecki could return in some form

Total Film

25 Years Later, Star Wars is About to Retcon Anakin Skywalker's Origin Story

George Lucas' prequel trilogy made Anakin's birth look like a unique event willed by the Force itself. Now, however, 'The Acolyte' suggests it wasn't a one-off... and that there may have been a sinister force behind it.

Inverse

'The Acolyte' Finale Will Solve the Show's Biggest Mystery, Showrunner Confirms

Leslye Headland reveals which major mystery will be answered in 'The Acolyte's Season 1 finale, while saving other answers for a potential second season.

Inverse

'The Acolyte' Is Dangerously Close to Becoming Another Star Wars Disappointment

With 'The Acolyte' heading towards its Season 1 finale, the latest Star Wars series will need to address several loose ends to avoid leaving fans unsatisfied.

Inverse

The Acolyte creator says if the show continues, she has an idea on how to bring a fan favorite Star Wars villain into live action

Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise?

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'Star Wars: The Acolyte' episode 7: What's a vergence in the Force?

"The Acolyte" seventh episode 'Choice' reveals the truth about what happened on Brendok and cuts even deeper into Star Wars lore.

Total Film

A key Star Wars concept was just referenced in The Acolyte – and it has links to Anakin Skywalker

We finally have some answers

RideApart

No, 'The Acolyte's' Sith Helmet Isn't a Motorcycle Helmet in Disguise

After a report speculated that the sith helmet in 'The Acolyte' was a repurposed motorcycle helmet, RideApart talked to the show's costume designer to get the full story.

Inverse

The Best Star Wars Show in Years Borrows a Trick From a Centuries-Old Genre

Leslye Headland uses the wuxia genre to unmask themes that were always vital to Lucas' vision of Star Wars and the Jedi.

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'Star Wars: The Acolyte' episode 6: Who's the Stranger's old master?

"The Acolyte" slows down a bit in its sixth episode, but gets deeper into the remaining characters' thoughts and feelings.

Total Film

That Qimir scene in the Acolyte proves the thirst is strong with Star Wars fans, and the Dark Side has never been more dangerous

Opinion | There's much more to that nude scene than may initially meet the eye, highlighting how seductive the Sith can be

Total Film

The Acolyte showrunner responds to review-bombing of her Star Wars show: "I think it's pretty expected"

Leslye Headland thinks review-bombing is "concerning" but "expected"

Total Film

A Rey and Kylo Ren moment in The Last Jedi inspired The Acolyte, as well as one of the best action films ever made

We see the influence

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How 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' created a fresh new look for the Jedi (exclusive interview)

An exclusive interview with "The Acolyte's" costumer designer, Jennifer Bryan, on how the series came up with its new look.

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Let Me Solo Her adds fashion icon to his resume as Star Wars showrunner credits 'Elden Bling' for the design of The Acolyte's villainous Sith

Warrior, hero, star of the catwalk.

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The Acolyte makes a key Sith reference in episode 6, and it might explain the Kylo Ren Easter egg

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