First Trailer for STAR WARS: The Acolyte Drops Before June 4 Disney+ Debut

The Acolyte, a new addition to the Star Wars universe on Disney+, has unveiled its first trailer, offering a glimpse into the High Republic era, a period set around 100 to 200 years before the events of the Prequel Trilogy. The trailer showcases the Jedi in a time not yet seen on screen, complete with scenes that hark back to the Prequel Trilogy's aesthetic and yellow lightsabers symbolic of this era.

Showrunner Leslye Headland describes the series as "Frozen meets Kill Bill" and features action reminiscent of legendary director Akira Kurosawa and martial arts films. The Acolyte deviates from the traditional Star Wars storytelling by presenting the story from the Sith's viewpoint, with the antagonist hunters of Jedi exploring themes of power beyond the dichotomy of good and evil. With compelling lines like "It's not about good or bad, this is about power and who's allowed to use it," the show promises to provide a fresh take on the Star Wars saga.

The Acolyte stars Amandla Stenberg and Squid Game's Lee Jung-Jae and is slated to premiere on Disney+ on June 4. This comes after the project's announcement in 2020 and the subsequent slow release of details about the show and its cast. The Acolyte looks to delve deeper into Star Wars lore and give audiences a new perspective on the Force and the eternal struggle between the Jedi and the Sith.

The Acolyte is set to premiere on Disney+ on June 4.

The High Republic era, in which The Acolyte is set, is a relatively new addition to Star Wars canon that has primarily been explored in books and comics. It's a time of prosperity and growth for the Jedi Order, before the decline seen in the Skywalker saga. The era serves as the backdrop for new stories, deepening the mythos of the Star Wars universe by introducing new characters and perspectives while maintaining familiar elements such as lightsabers and the Force. With its unique premise, The Acolyte has the potential to explore untapped storylines and character arcs, enriching the expansive Star Wars narrative even further.