Casting Conflicts and Cancellation Surround 'The Acolyte'
Reports reveal internal disagreements over lead casting and reactions from cast members following the show's abrupt end.
- Keanu Reeves was reportedly considered for the lead role before Lee Jung-jae was cast.
- Showrunner Leslye Headland insists Lee Jung-jae was always her first choice for the role.
- Lucasfilm canceled 'The Acolyte' after one season due to low viewership numbers.
- Cast members, including Lee Jung-jae and Manny Jacinto, expressed surprise and disappointment over the cancellation.
- The series faced online backlash for its progressive themes and LGBTQ representation.