“The Acolyte: Latest Star Wars Series Faces Review-Bombing Campaign Amidst Racism and Misogyny”

The Star Wars fandom continues to embarrass itself with the latest series in the franchise, “The Acolyte,” falling victim to yet another review-bombing campaign from the audience. This unfortunate practice, often rooted in racism and misogyny, has plagued the franchise for years.

Despite earning glowing reviews from critics and being a ratings hit for Disney+, “The Acolyte” currently sits at a shocking 15 percent audience score. This disparity between critical and audience reception highlights the toxic elements within the Star Wars fanbase.

Star Amandla Stenberg, who stars in the prequel series, has faced backlash from certain fans, with some labeling the show as “The Woke-alyte.” This criticism stems from a clip of Stenberg discussing “making white people cry” in a previous interview, taken out of context and used to attack the actress and the perceived “woke agenda” of Lucasfilm.

This is not a new phenomenon in the Star Wars fandom, as other actors like John Boyega and Kelly Marie Tran have also faced relentless attacks and racial threats from fans. The inclusion of a Black and queer lead like Stenberg in “The Acolyte” has sparked controversy among fans who are resistant to change in the franchise.

Despite the negativity, Stenberg remains grateful for the support she has received from Black fans and content creators who are vocal about the pushback the series has faced. “The Acolyte” is now available to stream on Disney+, offering a diverse and inclusive take on the beloved fantasy world of Star Wars.