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The Downfall of The Acolyte: A Critical Look at Disney Star Wars’ Recent Failures
Almost a year ago, Disney's The Acolyte premiered on Disney Plus, heralded as the next big Star Wars project. However, the reality turned out to be a disastrous failure across multiple fronts. From its financial underperformance to poor audience reception, the series became a cautionary tale about rushed production, misjudged audience expectations, and controversial hiring practices.