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The contradiction becomes even clearer when comparing The Acolyte with other recent productions. Shows like House of the Dragon, The Mandalorian, and Andor feature diverse casts and have received relatively high approval ratings. Despite similar inclusivity, these series boast far better critical and audience response, with Rotten Tomatoes scores in the 70s or 80s. Conversely, The Acolyte, despite similar or greater diversity, crashes with a meager 14%. This discrepancy suggests that the backlash isn’t solely about diversity but about the quality and execution of the series.