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It's also notable that The Acolyte's release came during a quiet week with little notable competition—no blockbuster franchise releases or major streaming events. Yet, despite the lack of external competition, the show still underperformed severely.
The Chronology and Competition
Unlike Andor, which was released nearly three years prior and benefited from a different release schedule (midweek drops) that likely boosted viewing time, The Acolyte had more time to rack up minutes but failed to do so. Moreover, subsequent weeks saw Andor bounce back in viewership, while early data suggests The Acolyte continues to decline.