The social media embargo has lifted and early reactions say Ahsoka is a live-action Rebels sequel in all but name. To be fair, if you’ve been following this show”s evolution from the start, then you know this was always the plan. What seems like an age ago now, LRM Online were the first site to declare that there would be no Rebels animated sequel and that it would happen in live-action. This was before the Ahsoka show was even rumored. Equally if you’ve watched the trailers, it’s clear Ahsoka picks up where Rebels (epilogue) left off.
Remember there are no reviews here, and we’ve found in the past that social media reactions can appear to come across very differently than the reviews that come later.
However, here are a small selection of social media reactions for you to peruse. This is only a fraction of those available. This first one is from ComicBook‘s Brandon Davis.
#Ahsoka is a straight continuation of Rebels, feeding the animation fans looking for more with these characters. Otherwise, it moves slowly but with a great score and occasional action scenes carrying.
Optimistic for an exciting series with heavy lifting done in first two eps. pic.twitter.com/CTPgJwpF5s
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) August 18, 2023
Ahsoka is definitely the sequel to Rebels that Star Wars fans have been waiting for. While it's not perfect, it looks better than most other D+ productions like Mando and Boba Fett, but not on the level of Andor.
Love the focus on Sabine Wren, but can see where casuals get lost.
— Joe Schmidt (@jkschmidt) August 18, 2023
This is a valid point with regards to Ahsoka. Will it work for Star Wars fans who don’t watch animated shows? I’ll be interested to say what Kyle Malone thinks compared to myself and Shockey when we review the show on The Cantina Reviews. Shockey and I have both seen The Clone Wars and Rebels, whereas Kyle hasn’t watched either of those shows.
It might be called Ahsoka, but it's basically a live action Rebels & I'm not mad at it. The first 2 episodes made me cheer, laugh, cry… & really want a loth cat! Great lightsaber fights & lots of heart. If you haven't seen the Rebels animated series, watch it now. #Ahsoka pic.twitter.com/3Ygo7ncDS8
— Tessa Smith – Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) August 18, 2023
Yeah, but what if you don’t watch Rebels? Will it work for that audience, maybe not?
I enjoyed the first two eps of #Ahsoka. I'm relieved I recently got into Star Wars Rebels, because this show was made for animation fans. You'll still be able to follow along, but it might not hit as hard. More thoughts coming to my TikTok ASAP. In conclusion, women rule!!!
— Jamie Jirak (@JamieCinematics) August 18, 2023
…rapid-fire editing. The only major problem I can foresee is viewers being frustrated by the density of the mythology of they’re not already familiar with the animated series #TheCloneWars and #StarWarsRebels. Otherwise I honestly think it’s pretty top-notch and might actually…
— LaughingPlace.com (@laughing_place) August 18, 2023
…the most cinematic of all the Star Wars TV shows so far. Fantastic cast, great writing and direction, fun action. Can’t wait to see the rest of the season. (3)
— LaughingPlace.com (@laughing_place) August 18, 2023
Many of the posts I have seen have praised the performance of Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren.
I haven’t liked all of the Star Wars shows but I definitely want to watch more of AHSOKA after these first two episodes. Rosario Dawson leads a cast of badass women with her great screen presence but the real standout is Natasha Liu Bordizzo. Thrilling music & lightsaber fights. pic.twitter.com/fg9LvA9RSK
— Matt Neglia (@NextBestPicture) August 18, 2023
Just finished first 2 episodes of #Ahsoka and it’s a very promising start! Natasha Liu Bordizzo really shines as Sabine & all the villains/plot set-up is very intriguing.
Kevin Kiner’s score is absolutely incredible in this, really keeps the vibe of the show high. pic.twitter.com/YpKJuX9fWN
— Jacob (@JacobFisherDF) August 18, 2023
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As far as I am concerned, I enjoyed Rebels and I have been excited for Ahsoka ever since I saw the first trailer. It will be interesting to see if those who haven’t watched Rebels enjoy it as much? I guess we don’t have too long now to wait to find out.
What do you think as early reactions say Ahsoka is a live-action Rebels sequel in all but name? Is that a good thing for you, or not? Thoughts below if you can.
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