The Acolyte is ... 

Can always count on HelloGreedo to be the measured voice of reason.

"It's nice being normal". And that's why I'm still watching HelloGreedo and none of the other quackmayers.

I loved Andor, and liked Kenobi and Asoka. I’m disappointed in the Acolyte, not of any “agenda," just poor production value. But if someone loves it, great. It keeps me interested, just not my cup of tea.

Ngl, it's a pain in the ass to engage in any form of discussion in the Star Wars community nowadays because of these people.

Hello Greedo will always be one of the least toxic Star Wars channels

Thank you for being an “adult”. Your mature and level-headed approach to your reviews. I’m looking forward to your next review.

That’s such a great way to put it, it’s exhausting to see all the hate and rage! I’ve always appreciated your realistic and grounded approach to looking at the Star Wars universe.

Not watching the 4th and 5th yet is a prophetically wise decision because they work a lot better as essentially 1 hour long episode, rather than 2, 30 minute episodes hacked into two parts.

Always appreciate your calm level headed commentary on Star Wars! I really wish we had more of this instead of all the rage bait and grifting nonsense that’s been polluting the discourse.

Always reminded that Hello Greedo has the most based takes.

We seriously need more people like this guy.

Dude, this review was perfect.

8:25 I wish a lot of SW creators could hear this right now. There's a reason you're the only Star Wars creator I watch

greedo, i’ve been watching your channel for many years now, you’ve always been my favorite star wars youtuber and continue to hold that position without much competition. thank you for bringing peace to my day rather than stress

I'm sure the comments will be very civil and not toxic.

First 2 eps: has potential Episode 3: worst ep but still has potential Episode 4: started to get interesting Episode 5: FUCKING AWESOME

I'm totally ok with the series and I say that openly.

I’m enjoying acolyte. It’s not my favorite but it’s fun. I love seeing the Jedi in action again. I’ll have to wait until the show is done to fully decide how I feel. It’s so sad how grown men are behaving in such a manner that it’s affecting their lives. Like why? I’m happy for level headed critiques and optimistic but realistic RU-vidrs like you hello greedo. If it’s not your thing, you don’t diss anyone who loved this. You like what you like and everyone does as well. Thank you for your positive and real atmosphere 😊

The whole discourse just feels forced considering that the show itself seems to be the live action equivalent of a C grade EU novel that you find on a clearance bin in a bookstore.

Agree 100% with the controversy over Lesley's R2 joke, AND not being keen on the witch stuff that they had even when George was in charge. The Acolyte's power of many is considerably more goofy than the Nightsisters or World Between Worlds from Rebels, but that doesn't mean that stuff isn't still goofy.

The quality of the show isn’t even the issue, it’s the constant grifting and cynicism that’s the most annoying thing, it makes me want to just like the show out of spite.

HelloGreedo being the voice of reason in the Star Wars community as usual! Love to have somebody "normal" as you put it hahaha

Greedo once again being the adult in the Star Wars room.

This recent hate over what is at most a mediocre show is too much, man. This ain't even the worst star wars show Disney has produced in my opinion, but rage-baiters are out here clearly making mountains out of mole hills for profit. Reminds me of the anti-sjw fad that I got swept up into way back in the 2010s, now folks are falling back into the maelstrom again as if they've not learned anything from the past. Maybe they never did.

I'm personally really enjoying the Acolyte. It's not perfect, but like you mentioned, it reminds me of the things I liked about the Prequels. As always I truly appreciate your opinions, even when I don't really agree. In the end, it's a show. We all love Star Wars, but one thing in the universe we don't connect with shouldn't ruin our fun. It's not that big of a deal.

There's another Watchmen quote: "Nothing ever ends."

“Who watches the Watchmen” Absolutely right, my man. Thanks for being chill man. Sometimes the fandom feels horrible to be a part of. The whole Wookiepedia attacks have sounded savage. I used that loads as a kid, so it makes me sad that people are attacking the mods. We’re a similar age so i always use you as my Go-To for SW stuff. I’m sick of the culture war bollox.

Hellogreedo and this comment section is such a breathe of fresh air, people who like and dislike the show having conversations without being toxic! I guess all the real fans gathered here. You and star wars explained are my favorite star wars pages and seriously the only ones im still subbed too.

watching this, I feel relief that I'm not alone in my thoughts. The discourse recently has felt insane

I will always, always, appreciate channels like HelloGreedo and Star Wars Explained for keeping their videos on Star Wars nuanced.

Thanks for being just normal man

About time someone came with a sober review of it, thank you Greedo, keep up the content!:)

"Come on, man. F***in crack a smile." Yes!

I'm enjoying it so far, and I'm glad your videos/opinions aren't out to make other fans feel bad. Just nice it can be talked about without being part of a culture war.

You have always been the voice of reason, HelloGreedo. Thank you for that.

So glad I found this channel. We’re the same age and I agree so much with you takes. Though I think I’ve enjoyed the Acolyte a little more than you. But yeah! Glad to have a voice for my age group that isn’t crazy😂

Can't wait to see your review of Episode 5

I'm loving the Acolyte, but this was a really calm and well spoken take on things and I really appreciate you HelloGreedo!

I was iffy about this show, Episode 5 was pretty solid.

I'm really liking the show so far, not the best in terms of production but I never really cared about, the plot and the mistery is what grabs me. And the fifth episode is some of the best Star Wars we've ever had

Good on you, Greedo. One of the few remaining Star Wars channels that still speak some sense.

Ah yes. The best Star Wars channel finally chimes in!

I like the show quite a bit though I recommend you watch 4 and 5 back to back

Your channel is always so refreshing, you're one of the few level-headed Star Wars channels.

I absolutely agree with you about the “prequely” quality of this series. In fact, about everything man.

I 100% kept watching past the 2nd episode just to spite the dorks that are making up nonsense to dislike about it, and I’ve been rewarded. Episode 5 was awesome

I firmly agree, I haven't been blown away by The Acolyte as such, but I've definitely been enjoying it. The central mysteries and the exploration of the Jedi in a more sketchy and kind of morally questionable fashion have been very interesting, and the action scenes are largely well-executed. I do think the pacing and structure is proving to be a problem though, the first two episodes set things up nicely, but the next few have really dragged and kind of killed the momentum of the story. The dialogue is also very hokey (though that's not really anything new for Star Wars tbf), and the characters are rather flat and underdeveloped, not helped by the performances; the cast are pretty good, but with the exception of Lee Jung-jae (who has been consistently excellent), none of them have really had much chance to impress. That said, this week's episode was a really strong one, one of the best non-Andor episodes of live-action Disney+ Star Wars, so hopefully things will pick up now and The Acolyte will really get a chance to impress with the second half of the season

This is one of the sanest reactions I’ve seen. Thank you for this.

People actually taking that ‘Lesbian R2D2’ thing seriously have clearly forgotten about the many, many shots of R2 sticking it’s lil usb rod into all those terminals in the Lucas-era films

You might be late, but it’s always great to hear your take on anything Star Wars. With so many angry and aggressive takes from so many clowns online, you are always a breath of fresh air for Star Wars discourse. Your big declaration in the last three minutes of this video is the chef’s kiss!!!

Hellogreedo, the star wars content creator we need, but dont deserve. Love your measured, human, perspective. Its always respectful. Love ya man!

Bro said “I have a career, I have a family” 😂 but fr overall I agree. I don’t love the show and it does feel like Star Wars misses the mark for me a lot lately, but being ridiculous or rude or pointing out dumb things instead of actual criticisms is annoying.

See, this is why I like you Greedo. Keep doing what you do mate!

Never change HelloGreedo, never change

Star Wars Theory is already planning his response video to this. But sadly it will have to be released after his 5th Leslye Headland takedown vid, a Force Unleased 2 livestream, and an hour long Vader short film update where he asks his viewers for more money to pay off his Lamborghini.

Greedo, I've been watching the channel since its first year on youtube. I just want to thank you for always being a voice of reason in an auditorium full of pure hatred. You keep doing you're doing, and may the force be with you

For rotten tomatoes the score is an aggregate of positive scores, which helps to read some of the reviews to see what most critics think. Like that 85% could mean that everybody gave the acolyte a just above average review making it positive. But yeah that audience score is review bombed to hell and back.

You’re very refreshing to listen to. It’s like a palate cleanse after so much of what I see and hear about Star Wars leaves a bad taste in the mouth. 👍🏻

Thank you greedo, for not taking the easy, cash-filled route 🙏🏼. Its so easy to take advantage of these ppl grifting about everything that comes out and milk them for all their money, and I respect you for maintaining your authenticity. I havent seen the show myself, but that specific sector of the fanbase just makes discussing this franchise so SHIT that motivating myself to watch feels daunting. Anyways, keep doing you brother 👍🏼

This is why I love your channel, Greedo. You call out the BS, you say your true unapologetic thoughts. But another thing is that even when there’s something you don’t like, you find something to say you liked about it. Glad you’re enjoying the mystery, wish you liked it more. You’ve been saying the same things I’ve been saying: if you like it, watch it. If you don’t, then don’t.

Glad i found your channel. Good points made. Thanks for the positive attitude!

While episodes 1-3 are definitely slow and not the greatest things we have had, episode 4-5 have really kicked things up a notch.. hoping to see the momentum keep going

Hello Greedo: the most logical stormtrooper in the star wars community who also dabbles in a normal career while also living the american dream of having a nuclear family. many of these people will never experience a regular life

This week I almost lost my job for the second time in the past 6 months so my life has far too much going on for me to get mad about star wars not being perfect like it hasn't been ever in its entire life span. I'm enjoying the Acolyte, sometimes a lot, sometimes not as much, but yeah I like it.

The "claustrophobic" observation hits the nail right on the head for me. It's my only real gripe about it. The truth is, most of the Disney+ Star Wars shows have felt that way to me. Andor is maybe the one exception. I think I just wish these shows looked more cinematic instead of like they should've released on the Disney Channel in the 2010's.

Thank you for calling out the stupid and extreme part of the fanbase. I hate them

Man I like your point of view on these things, even if you personally don't like some of the Star Wars projects coming you're still willing to give it a shot and not make baseless accusations of it. It's very respectable that you stick to your opinions and aren't just jumping on the hate band wagon.

thanks hellogreedo for having a reasonable and measured take. more greedos, and less theorys

Man, Finally i see someone discuss about the Jedi institution problems about the series; a lot of people is focused on minor absurd details, and that's the only thing they debate on an on, Glad Hellogreedo is still doing his awesome thing

Great point at the end dude

I've enjoyed most Star Wars productions myself, although I can see the flaws in any production, I tend to focus on the parts I love than the parts I don't. I found it interesting that the majority of positive feedback I've seen for The Acolyte has been from a younger audience, perhaps the kids who grew up with the sequel trilogy. And if it's hitting home for them, then that makes me happy, because some of the other shows were clearly made for my generation and definitely weren't as easy to follow for the younger ones.

Greedo , so good to see voice of reason on RU-vid , with a Star Wars channel ,like you . I really like that , same with Alan of Generation Tech, while he 's a little younger , I'm 42 myself and 45 year old Thor Skywalker until a certain way.

Little off topic @HelloGreedo but after watching your guide YEARS ago I finally finished my ANH TK and got accepted into the 501st! Went to my first troop and i'm living the dream!

Always enjoy your vids, Greedo

They really got my guy cursing 😂

Bummed to hear you’re not enjoying The Acolyte, but hey, that’s Star Wars! I’ve really enjoyed it so far & am eager to see how the season concludes. Cheers, man! 🍻

HG needs to change his brand to HelloReason, cause hes got more then most in this fandom. 😂 I really appreciate you, HG. Thank you for being a cool guy. 😎👍

This was refreshing to watch!

I don’t wanna name names but I do have a Theory on why I still like Hello Greedo

Thanks for having common sense

You are the best I wish more people could see whats going on like you can( and hopefully most normal people). It's so exhausting and ridiculous that people can't realize what media does.

I love your content man. You’re a gem to the Star Wars community, appreciate you.

Appreciate that you always just share your opinions with out the bullshit looking forward to hear your thoughts on episode 5, it is really something

This is pretty spot on. I’ve liked the show better in Ep 4 & 5. I think the show will be worth it if a lot of lore that was in the Skywalker Saga & the Darth Plagueis novel is explained/reintroduced.

The biggest issue I have with the show is the structure and pacing lol. 8x30-38mins simply is not enough to give us fully developed characters. Which is a shame. This limitation of runtime/ep count is definitely what causes the other problems I have with the show. But I'm still enjoying it for what it is though, I'm glad for people that really love it. The beauty of storytelling is that some people will gel with some things while others will gel more with other things... shocking I know.

easily my favourite view on this show so far, thanks for the review

Would love to hear your thoughts once all episodes are out. So far I´m enjoying it, but it will depend on how they do the finale if I´lll call it an interesting- or fantastic show.

Have you checked out the latest seasons of the Bad Batch?

Great video mate - your head’s screwed on exactly right.

You were the first Star Wars channel I ever saw on RU-vid and always seemed so chill and I’m glad to see over a decade later, you’re still the same if not more chill ☠️ I don’t like the Acolyte so far, but like…is it the end of the world? I suppose to somebody it is

I Love and appreciate your ability to be a normal person about something you aren’t getting into 🤝

Agree with your feeling like the prequel vibe. I think it's neat. Don't love it. Don't hate it. Latest episode was certainly sick though

Once again, you have one of the sanest takes in the fandom. Honestly, I liked the first two episodes, was disappointed in 3/4, and 5 brought me back on board. My biggest issue is that the dialogue is clunky at times and overall, the characters aren't that well developed yet. Sol was by far the most endearing character to me, but I wish we had more time for other characters like Osha, Jecki, and Yord to interact together. I really think that episode 3 didn't need to be a whole flashback episode and a lot of it could've been used to have those characters develop, but that's my opinion. I'm hoping it'll stick the landing for me. It's ramping up a lot with episode 5 so we'll see what happens.

Most people understand crap when they see it. But most people don't understand why it's crap.

I really would like an in depth video on your thoughts on the toxicity that’s hijacked the fandom recently. Always viewed your channel as a voice of reason even when you’ve disliked a series/movie

Woow I absolute loved this video, loved how you described the culture war. You can enjoy or not enjoy something new. And be clear about them, I was like you in the first episodes of the acolyte but changed my mind on 4 and 5, waiting for you to watch them and talk about them. Have a great day mister.

You sir, are unfathomably based

I like your objective reviews, leaving the controversy outside, been a fan for years

I’ve only enjoyed Andor and S1 of Mandalorian so far. Everything else has been mid to bad.

I haven’t started it. I dont know if I will, I hear all the hate. I also understand if The Acolyte is in its own lane, i dont know I haven’t watched it yet. But I will say, what I know happened in episode 4 just hearing about it, angers me enough alone, for the sake of how it just shouldn’t have happened and it needs to be addressed. I feel the witch stuff is dumb but whatever, I’ll probably move past that as long as it just stays where it is and doesn’t affect anything else in the larger canon/universe.