Explore the Galaxy's Edge: Amandla Stenberg Shines in 'The Acolyte' Premiere

Yesterday evening, Amandla Stenberg, renowned for her role in Lucasfilm's forthcoming live-action Star Wars venture "The Acolyte," made a special appearance at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge within Disneyland Park, Anaheim, California, much to the delight of fans and park-goers. Disney+ treated enthusiasts with snapshots from the occasion and unveiled an electrifying new teaser, showcasing stars Amandla Stenberg and Emmy®-winner Lee Jung-jae.

The eagerly anticipated live-action series kicks off on Tuesday, June 4, premiering its first two episodes exclusively on Disney+.

In "The Acolyte," a probe into a startling string of crimes sets a revered Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a formidable adversary from his past (Amandla Stenberg). With each revelation, they embark on a shadowy journey where malevolent forces unveil a reality far from what meets the eye.

The ensemble cast includes Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Dean-Charles Chapman, Joonas Suotamo, and Carrie-Anne Moss.

Leslye Headland spearheads the series, inspired by George Lucas's Star Wars universe, and serves as an executive producer alongside Kathleen Kennedy, Simon Emanuel, Jeff F. King, and Jason Micallef. Charmaine DeGraté and Kor Adana join as co-executive producers, while Rayne Roberts, Damian Anderson, Eileen Shim, and Rob Bredow take on producer roles.

Headland also takes the director's chair for the premiere episodes (Eps. 101 & 102), with directors Kogonada (Eps. 103 & 107), Alex Garcia Lopez (Eps. 104 & 105), and Hanelle Culpepper (Eps. 106 & 108) rounding out the series' directorial team.

Renowned composer Michael Abels, acclaimed for his contributions to "Get Out" and "Us," provides the score for "The Acolyte."

Season of the Force at Disneyland Resort concludes shortly on June 2, 2024.