One Star Of The Acolyte Doesn’t Care That The Show Got Canned

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One Star Of The Acolyte Doesn't Care That The Show Got Canned

Key Takeaways

  • Star Wars: The Acolyte had polarizing reactions but Carrie-Anne Moss, who played Jedi Master Indara, wasn’t bothered by its cancelation.
  • Moss’ experience in the industry has made her resilient to show cancelations and disappointments.
  • Despite the cancelation of The Acolyte, fans can look forward to the Acolyte prequel novel for further exploration of the show’s world.

As a lifelong Star Wars fan who has seen countless series and movies come and go, I must admit that the cancelation of The Acolyte didn’t ruffle my feathers as much as it did for some fans. With a career spanning over three decades and numerous roles under my belt, I’ve learned to roll with the punches in this ever-changing industry.

Star Wars: The Acolyte, despite generating much debate and controversy before and following its contentious cancellation, left one person associated with the production unfazed by its termination and the accompanying uproar. Now, this individual has shared their reasoning behind this nonchalance.

The Star Wars: The Acolyte series, directed by Leslye Headland, stirred controversy from its initial release. It challenged the conventional wisdom about the Jedi in Star Wars by focusing on unconventional storytelling and perspectives. When it premiered on Disney+, there was much anticipation, but over the course of its first season, it lost audience traction, only managing to maintain interest among its core fans. Despite indications that a second season might be in the works, Disney ultimately decided against continuing the series.

Although some fans rejoiced and others criticized it as a potential loss for streaming, the Star Wars series’ cancellation had little impact on Carrie-Anne Moss, the Hollywood legend playing Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte. In an interview with Sci-Fi & Fantasy Gazette about her character Mae in Die Alone, Moss shared why she took the show’s cancelation calmly. “I don’t really get too invested in worrying about things like that,” Moss said. “It’s like when I was working on a Marvel show [Jessica Jones], and I was taken aback when it got canceled. You eventually grow accustomed to these things, so you can’t even feel disappointed. It’s not worth it. It just happens – it’s part of the business.

It’s somewhat unexpected, but Moss’ explanation is logical given her esteemed status as an actress. Interestingly, she has openly discussed her strategies to navigate the industry’s ups and downs, particularly focusing on her spiritual beliefs and her Annapurna Living lifestyle brand. It’s comforting to see that she’s managing well, but the cancellation of Star Wars: The Acolyte is a concerning signal for others, even those who weren’t fond of this specific franchise spin-off. Disney has a reputation for being cautious with their investments, and for every canceled show like The Acolyte, the chances of other shows, like Andor, getting approved on Disney+ decrease. Although Moss seems to be thriving, the broader Star Wars franchise may suffer from the loss of The Acolyte.

It’s challenging to determine if many people truly enjoyed “The Acolyte” amidst the widespread negative feedback it received, but everyone has their own opinions within the franchise. For those who did enjoy it, there’s some solace in knowing that the announced prequel novel for “The Acolyte” is still being published, despite the show’s cancellation. Although it won’t be another season, the book will provide fans with more time to delve into one of the show’s main characters and further explore the additions to the franchise that Headland and her cast attempted to introduce on television.

Star Wars: The Acolyte is available to stream on Disney+.

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2024-11-24 23:23