The “Star Wars” universe is back on Disney Plus, and this time with the launch of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”, the series that brings Ewan McGregor back into history —17 years later—.
Since this series has been in development for the past three years, fans have counted down the days to see the Jedi master take the spotlight one more time.
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Critics share their first reactions to “Obi-Wan Kenobi”
Fans of “Star Wars” have already shared their reactions to the first two episodes of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”, which came to streaming on Disney Plus on Thursday, May 26 at 11:00 p.m. This was said by the specialized critic:
- Total Film noted: “The first episode is over… and wow, what a start for Obi-Wan, a very special premiere that brings the Jedi into action in a very unexpected way. I’m glad they’re releasing two at once, because one isn’t enough!”
- ComicBook’s Brandon Davis: “The first episode is amazing. I have enjoyed it as I did not imagine. Some great character moments and surprising story lines lead to an intriguing opening.”
- Collider’s Maggie Lovitt: “The first two episodes of Obi-Wan are incredible. I am speechless”.
- Screen Rant’s Ash Crossan, who watched the episode live, He told his experience very simply on Twitter after seeing “Obi-Wan”: “It’s very good.”
- Film and TV critic Tessa Smith he praised the characters, including Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor), Reva (Moses Ingram), and Haja (Kumail Nanjiani). “Episode 2 is full of suspense, which leaves fans with chills.”
- The Decider portal shared its reaction to the series and called Deborah Chow’s address a “author’s vision”: “The first two episodes leave us with a biting thriller that feels bigger than any previous ‘Star Wars’ series. An auteur’s view of the galaxy with a harrowing performance by Ewan McGregor.”
The first two chapters of “Obi-Wan Kenobi” are available on Disney Plus.
How many episodes will “Obi-Wan Kenobi” have?
“Obi-Wan Kenobi” will have a total of 6 episodes lasting between 45 and 55 minutes approximately.
Who is Obi-Wan Kenobi’s teacher?
Obi-Wan Kenobi’s teacher was Qui-Gon Jinn, who was killed by Darth Maul in “Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.” Following this event, Kenobi went from apprentice to Jedi Master and was tasked with educating Anakin Skywalker.
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