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Set roughly 50 to 100 years before The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte aims to explore the High Republic era—a time period that the franchise has largely ignored in favor of familiar Jedi and Sith stories. However, the franchise's attempt to dive into this era has faced significant hurdles; the High Republic books and comics have reportedly been commercial failures, with most fans showing little interest or awareness.
Despite low interest, Disney is pushing forward, framing the series as a groundbreaking addition. The initial teaser trailer, shown at Star Wars Celebration in April, remains unreleased to the public, with fans having only a leaked version. Disney has been tight-lipped about promotional materials, fueling speculation about the show’s tone and content.