Manny Jacinto revealed his one life goal now is to return for Season 2 of The Acolyte after the series’ cancellation.
Disney+’s The Acolyte was canceled after one season, and while many fans were devastated by the news, the cast members were equally upset. In fact, Manny Jacinto broke his silence regarding the issue after his performance as Qimir was lauded by viewers.
Credits: Disney+’s The Acolyte / Lucasfilm
Helmed by Leslye Headland, the series started on a good footing with the audience getting invested in the murder mystery storyline. As the plot progressed, it received more and more backlash for varied reasons. In the end, the axe fell on its head.
Manny Jacinto Wants Season 2 Of The Acolyte
The Acolyte will no longer move forward with Season 2 after Disney decided to pull the plug. It was due to low viewership and fans’ infamous review-bombing practice that tarnished the show’s image, and its costly budget – $180 million – was clearly mishandled as evident in fans’ criticism of its mediocre plot.
That being said, fans should not be expecting a follow-up installment unless otherwise stated, or unless Manny Jacinto’s wish is granted. The actor who played Qimir in the show revealed one of his goals in life before he leaves this mortal coil is to return and make Season 2 of The Acolyte. Check out his panel interview at Dragon Con below (via Digital LA):
Manny Jacinto (Acolyte) answers question: What is a personal life goal?
Answer: Season 2 of The Acolyte
With massive applause and cheering at Dragon Con panel @dragoncon #StarWars panel #DragonCon #acolyte @sw_holocron @WookieeLeaks pic.twitter.com/2kJx5gFvMM
— Digital LA (@DigitalLA) September 1, 2024
Jacinto was indeed the breakout star of the show. From a supporting character, Qimir emerged as a dark new villain that fans had to watch out for. The actor brought so much enthusiasm to his role that the unmasking of Qimir became a seminal event in the series. Despite his antagonist role, he became a fan-favorite star, which is why the cancellation was quite devastating.
Credits: Manny Jacinto in The Acolyte / Lucasfilm
His arc in The Acolyte opened for possibilities of further exploration in Season 2, so it is indeed a massive loss if his character’s narrative permanently ends in Season 1. Jacinto’s statement at the event drew support and cheer from the audience who clearly also wanted to see him reprise his role.
Leslye Headland previously intended to make The Acolyte a trilogy, and with the help of loyal fans, the campaign to renew the show emerged before Disney announced the sad news. Jacinto still holds out his hope that the studio would reconsider reviving the series.
An Older Version Of Qimir Might Have Been Possible
Credits: Manny Jacinto in The Acolyte / Lucasfilm
Jacinto previously talked about the possibility of playing an older, hooded Qimir if Season 2 happens. In a conversation with IndieWire, he said he wants to explore that angle and see what happens. The 37-year-old star admitted “the character is something I’ve never been able to touch before” which he believed he might never do again.
Regardless, he wants to portray Qimir for many more years if the show gets renewed under miraculous circumstances. At this point, only a strong public demand and the discretion of Disney can undo the cancellation of the series.
The Acolyte is currently available to stream on Disney+.
News
‘None of us can change the past’: King Charles BACKS Keir Starmer in effectively ruling out paying billions in reparations for slavery
King Charles backed Sir Keir Starmer in effectively ruling out reparations over slavery today, saying: ‘None of us can change the past. But we can commit, with all our hearts to learning its lessons and to finding creative ways to right inequalities that…
Meghan Markle’s Suits co-star Patrick J Adams shares previously unseen photo of the Duchess while filming – and fans are all saying the same thing
Meghan Markle‘s Suits co-star Patrick J Adams has shared an unseen photo from her days as Rachel Zane on the long-running legal drama. Adams, who played Mike Ross, posted behind-the-scenes photos of the Suits cast on Instagram on Tuesday, while promoting…
Prince Andrew’s crumbling mansion is revealed: Duke’s 30-room Royal Lodge falls into disrepair with cracks and mould seen in photos – after King axed his brother’s £1m allowance
Prince Andrew’s mansion has fallen into disrepair, with cracks and mould appearing on the outside walls. Crumbling paintwork, cracks, and black mould can be seen on the outside walls where inside his beloved mother once roamed with her sister Margaret as…
King Charles is under growing pressure to refund the cash-strapped NHS – after he charged one trust more than £11m to park ambulances on his land
The King is under pressure to refund the cash-strapped NHS after it emerged he is charging one trust at least £11.4million in rent to store a fleet of electric ambulances. An investigation found the private estates of both King Charles and Prince William make millions of pounds…
Moment King Felipe snaps back after he and Queen Letizia were pelted with mud while visiting ‘abandoned’ flood survivors in Valencia: Locals say ‘what did he expect’ as fury grows – and death toll reaches 217 with bodies of two more Brits found
Spain‘s King Felipe was seen snapping at Valencian locals who screamed and threw mud at him and his wife as they visited the region in the wake of the devastating floods that have so far killed 217. The monarchs had…
Outer Banks Season 4’s Mid-Season Twist, Explained
This is a pinch-me-moment because one of the best shows on Netflix has finally returned. Season 4 of the hit Netflix series Outer Banks is here, and it is needless to say each episode is its very own rollercoaster of emotions, inside jokes, and…
End of content
No more pages to load