Manny Jacinto Teases Potential Return of ‘The Acolyte’

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This past year, The Acolyte has become a highly debated subject, as the uproar surrounding this show has soared to unprecedented levels. The internet has been abuzz with enthusiasm over the series, with fans and critics engaged in an online battle reminiscent of recent years.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but share my excitement and dismay in equal measure: The Acolyte, a series that sparked much anticipation and disappointment in equal measure, was unfortunately axed after a single season by Lucasfilm and Disney, contrary to earlier whispers of renewal. However, it appears that the final cancellation might not be set in stone.

To begin with, Manny Jacinto, the actor who portrayed Qimir in the series, made a guest appearance at FanExpo San Francisco, which was hosted by Maggie Lovitt from Collider. During this event, he addressed some questions posed by fans and also gave us an intriguing hint that we couldn’t help but share with you for further discussion.

As a passionate gamer, let me share my thoughts on the rollercoaster ride that was “The Acolyte.” From the get-go, Showrunner Leslye Headland stirred quite a storm when she declared her intent to reshape the established narrative. While there were undeniably some structural challenges within the series, it seemed that the loudest criticisms stemmed from the fact that the show dared to be progressive – a term some found unpalatable.

The TV series titled “The Acolyte” wasn’t an outstanding production, by no means. However, its fundamental idea was interesting, and it showed improvement in quality as it progressed, episode by episode. Therefore, much of the criticism seemed to be rooted more in politics than in the structural aspects of the show itself.

As a devoted fan, it felt like Disney and Lucasfilm were gearing up to continue the series for a second season, particularly after the intriguing cliffhanger involving Darth Plagueis. However, out of the blue, word leaked that the series had been terminated, sparking another round of discussions on social media about the reasons behind the show’s cancellation.

We’re not going to go over that again, since we have covered this topic extensively over the course of the previous months, but the most recent comment by the series’ star suggests that the cancelation might not be final. Namely, while appearing at the FanExpo San Francisco, Manny Jacinto answered some questions from the fans, and here is what he said about the future of the series:

Wow, that’s quite a puzzler! To be honest, they appear to be separate entities. Now, how do I put this into words? Let me check the time… [laughs] There are indeed numerous speculations surrounding his identity, given that we never truly know who he is beneath the mask. So, you’re asking if Qimir’s name is actually Qimir? That’s an interesting question!

As a dedicated gamer diving headfirst into this virtual world, I can’t help but express my eagerness to uncover more. While I can’t guarantee Plagueis’ return in the upcoming seasons of the show, let me tell you that there are certainly untapped stories waiting to be revealed. I don’t wish to create any spoilers or false expectations, but trust me when I say there’s a lot more to discover!

Source: Collider

It’s evident that Jacinto is discussing the series in past tense, but his remark, “we could come back,” suggests that there may be some developments taking place off-screen, and it’s possible we might see additional seasons of The Acolyte given the first one’s conclusion and the vast amount of untapped material left to explore.

Of course, as soon as we find out something, we are going to inform you, so keep following us!

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2024-12-02 18:43