'Star Wars- Acolyte': New trailer, release date, star cast and where to watch

This is for all you 'Star Wars' fans. 'Star Wars: Acolyte' has a brand new trailer that has been released. The new trailer reveals the first-ever live-action lightsaber whip. This has been reported by the Screen Rant. The lightsaber extends outwards and is almost like a whip that can be used against the opponent.


Storyline
This series will see a lead character trying to infiltrate and wipe out the Jedi. In the earlier trailer that was launched, we saw the Jedi facing many challenges as many of them are dropping dead and others are expressing their frustration at the way the order operates in the galaxy. There is a risk unknown to them which is slowly approaching them. Will they be able to stop it?


Where does the Light Saber come from?
In recent times, many versions of the lightsaber have been portrayed in the 'Star Wars' series. These include Kylo Ren’s saber which contains smaller blades at the hilt that make it into a T-Shape.

The Light Saber modification was made in the High Republic Area which perfectly fits in as part of Star Wars: Acolyte.

Cast
The star cast of 'Star Wars: Acolyte' will include Carrie Ann Moss, Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung Jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Charlie Barnett and Dean Charles Chapman

Release Date
'Star Wars: Acolyte' is expected to be released on June 4, 2024. Disney+ is the official partner for online streaming service. Further, the producers have announced that on June 4, 2024, two episodes will be released.

FAQs:

1. How many episodes will 'Star Wars: Acolyte' have?
'Star Wars: Acolyte' will have 8 episodes. Further, creator Lesley Headland also said that each episode builds on the other and the viewers will have to watch all the episodes to follow the series.

2. How long will each episode be in Star Wars: Acolyte?
According to various media reports, each episode will be 30-40 minutes long. This will ensure that it isn’t split like a movie but will truly be a series.