Insider Reports Reveal Keanu Reeves Almost Played a Major Role in This Year’s Biggest Star Wars Disaster

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As a longtime fan who has witnessed the highs and lows of Star Wars, I must say the cancellation of “The Acolyte” was a bitter pill to swallow. The show had potential, but unfortunately, it didn’t live up to expectations. However, the silver lining is that we might still see Keanu Reeves in the Star Wars universe!

“Star Wars: The Acolyte” is the newest member of the franchise, but it has stirred up trouble even before hitting the screens, as many anticipate it won’t succeed. Matters became more complex when the initial episodes premiered, revealing a clear decline in quality that left both fans and critics disenchanted. Despite its hefty budget, the series fell short of expectations.

Lately, “The Acolyte” series has been officially axed, triggering multiple online campaigns. The #SaveTheAcolyte movement gained traction across various social media platforms, while a petition on Change.org was started, asking Disney to rethink their choice of cancellation.

Following the series’ conclusion, certain cast members like Amandla Stenberg (Osha/Mae) have unfortunately encountered online bullying, contrasted by others such as Manny Jacinto and Lee Jung-jae receiving acclaim. Many enthusiastic fans are looking forward to seeing these actors in future Star Wars productions, particularly if the franchise decides to explore the High Republic era once more.

It seems there’s some speculation about Keanu Reeves and the show “The Acolyte”. Rumors suggest he was considered for the role of Master Sol, but it ended up being given to Lee Jung-jae whose performance has been highly praised.

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In the climactic end of “The Acolyte,” I found myself stunned as my old apprentice, Osha, took down Master Sol – a victim of her descent into the treacherous depths of the dark side.

Fans breathed a sigh of relief since having “The Acolyte” on an actor’s resume might not have been beneficial for future Star Wars projects, as he passed away during the show’s production. However, it’s worth noting that according to insider Sneider, Keanu Reeves is still being considered for a part in the franchise. Given his past acting prowess and overall demeanor, he could make an excellent addition as any potential Jedi character.

Notably, Reeves will team up with his “The Matrix” fellow actor Carrie-Anne Moss, who portrayed Jedi Master Indara. Initially, Moss’s character met an unwanted end in the series premiere; however, she resurfaced in flashbacks during episode 7.

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2024-08-25 13:44