According to Bespin Bulletin, production on Lucasfilm’s upcoming Star Wars spin-off The Acolyte has reportedly started at Shinfield Studios in the United Kingdom. The upcoming Disney+ show will be led by The Hunger Games alum Amandla Stenberg and Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae.
Check out The Acolyte set photo below:
#TheAcolyte has officially began filming at Shinfield!
The large outdoor set (market/town) is being utilized. Sources also report series lead Amandla Stenberg being ushered in and out of her trailer.
Filming is expected to continue through May.
(source: @BespinBulletin) pic.twitter.com/0WqVktuqOv
— Acolyte News (@acolytenews) October 30, 2022
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The Acolyte is described as a mystery-thriller that will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers that will be set within the final days of the High Republic era. Further details about its characters haven’t been revealed yet, but the project title references a Sith in the beginning stages of their training under an experienced Sith Lord.
The Disney+ series is being written and executive produced by Leslye Headland (Russian Doll), who will also be serving as the showrunner. Joining Stenberg and Lee are Jodie Turner-Smith, Manny Jacinto, and Charlie Barnett.
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In addition to The Acolyte, Lucasfilm is also currently developing a number of Star Wars projects, including The Mandalorian Season 3 and more.
