Overview

• The Acolyte, a Star Wars series set in the High Republic era, was canceled after one season, with Disney citing its $230 million budget as a key factor.
• Dafne Keen, who played Padawan Jecki, expressed mixed emotions about the cancellation but shared pride in being part of the Star Wars universe.
• Despite reports of backlash over its diverse casting and creative direction, the show was the second most-watched Disney+ series of 2024, according to Luminate data.
• The series ended on unresolved storylines, but Lucasfilm plans to expand its narrative through upcoming novels and comics, including 'The Crystal Crown.'
• The cancellation has sparked discussions about Disney's strategy for Star Wars content, with other projects like Skeleton Crew also facing uncertain futures.