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Disney's Acolyte: Questionable Viewership Claims and Industry Comparisons
The Walt Disney Company has recently announced record-breaking viewership numbers for its latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte, claiming it to be the biggest launch of Disney+ in 2024. According to Disney, the series reached 4.8 million views within its first 24 hours, positioning it as the platform's top debut of the year. However, a closer examination reveals several issues with these reports, prompting skepticism about the true performance of the show.