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The Acolyte: A Star Wars Series Dividing Fans and Critics Alike

An Ambitious Attempt at Reimagining Star Wars

The Acolyte emerges as one of the most ambitious and polarizing additions to the Star Wars universe. With a hefty budget of $180 million for just eight episodes, the series aims to push boundaries—both narratively and thematically. Its central themes explore identity crises, structural misogyny, and varied interpretations of the Force within a matriarchal society that exists beyond the reach of the Galactic Republic but still under its subtle influence.