‘The Acolyte’s Cancellation Begs The Question: What Do Audiences Even Want Out of a Star Wars Show?

https://decider.com/2024/08/20/the-acolyte-star-wars-future/

The Acolyte divided critics and fans alike. Some camps enjoyed the shades of moral grey that The Acolyte applied to the Jedi, Sith, and the overall universe, while others loathed it. Indeed, if there’s one pervasive trend in the Disney Star Wars era, it’s how divided the fandom feels. I often wonder what exactly people want out of a Star Wars show. Do we want non-stop Baby Yoda, aka Grogu, and his buddy, The Mandalorian? Nostalgic fan service, like the retcon-heavy Obi-Wan Kenobi? Spin-offs about popular side characters like The Book of Boba Fett? Live-action versions of the beloved animated series? A nuanced and brilliant piece of art made by and for adults, like Andor? Whatever Skeleton Crew is going to be? All of the above? None of the above?