A new enemy threatens the Jedi in scenes from ‘The Acolyte’

Disney has unveiled the highly anticipated trailer for its upcoming star wars series, retainer, is set to premiere on Disney+ this June 4th. Taking fans back a century before the events of the prequel trilogy, retainer Explores the mysterious High Republic era in star wars Canon.

The series seems to focus on investigating a series of heinous crimes against the Jedi. The story pits a revered Jedi Master, portrayed by Lee Jung-jae, against a formidable rival from his past, Amandla Stenberg. As the plot unfolds, the characters go on a dark and treacherous journey, where malevolent forces lurk beneath the surface.

The trailer begins with Lee’s Jedi Master giving instructions to a gathering of youth, while Stenberg’s hooded assassin attempts to eliminate a fellow Jedi. A voiceover mocks the despotism of the Jedi Order and teases a line from the Sith Code, “Peace is a lie”. Following this, a group of Jedi set out on a galaxy-wide manhunt, attempting to capture the attacker before he eliminates them one by one. Leading up to the climax, the Jedi unsheathe their lightsabers, and prepare to deal with an opponent wielding a dangerous crimson lightsaber of his own.

Backed by a stellar cast including Carrie-Anne Moss, Manny Jacinto and Dafne Keen, the series is directed by creator Leslie Headland, with industry veterans Simon Emanuel and Kathleen Kennedy serving as executive producers.

retainerIt’s another addition to Disney+’s expanding roster of Star Wars content, following the success of The Mandalorian, Endor And Ashoka.