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Despite years of marketing and anticipation, The Acolyte has managed only modest initial viewership. The first two episodes garnered roughly 4.8 million views in the first 24 hours—a figure that, considering Disney's global subscriber base of nearly 150 million, is underwhelming. When compared to other high-budget hits like Stranger Things or House of the Dragon, which draw tens of millions of viewers, The Acolyte seems to fall short.
Industry experts suggest this is indicative of waning interest. The show's low engagement numbers hint that many viewers may start tuning out as episodes continue, especially if the quality and storytelling do not improve.