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According to reports from Deadline, The Acolyte started strong with approximately 4.8 million views on its first day, but the momentum rapidly faded. By week three, it had dropped out of the top 10 streaming charts and failed to sustain steady viewer interest. Ultimately, its viewership was estimated to be 50% below that of Andor—another Star Wars series that, despite a modest performance, was renewed for a second season.

Critics gave the series respectable reviews, with a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but audience reactions were markedly different—hovering around a dismal 14%. This chasm between critical acclaim and viewer enthusiasm was a clear indicator that The Acolyte failed to resonate with the broader audience, leading to its inevitable cancellation.