The Star Wars universe is facing a new challenge as discussions about a second season of “Ahsoka” seem to be non-existent, according to actress Rosario Dawson. The news comes after a lackluster performance in both ratings and audience reception. The fate of the beloved character and the future of Disney’s Star Wars are hanging in the balance.
Dawson’s recent confirmation that talks for a second season have not happened raises questions about the viability of Ahsoka as a standalone series. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly’s Dagobah Dispatch, Rosario Dawson expressed gratitude for the holidays, stating, “Even now, with the strike over, there’s no work really to be done. Everyone’s already at that point of, ‘Let’s circle back at the end of the year,’ kind of thing.” The lack of urgency in these discussions may indicate a lack of enthusiasm from the creators and the studio, perhaps indicating the show will not continue.
Star Wars: Ahsoka’s struggles are further highlighted by its poor viewership performance. Samba TV reported a significant drop in audience numbers throughout the series, with the season finale losing nearly a third of its audience compared to the premiere. Additionally, the finale was down over 40% compared to “The Mandalorian” Season 3 finale, showcasing a clear disinterest from viewers.
Nielsen’s streaming data for the week of October 2-8 reveals that Ahsoka lagged behind its counterparts, particularly in comparison to “Andor.” Despite efforts to attract viewers, the numbers tell a different story, leaving fans concerned about the future of Star Wars storytelling on Disney+.
The disappointing performance of “Ahsoka” is not an isolated incident within the Star Wars universe. The ambitious approach to diversifying characters and exploring new narratives seems to be backfiring. The recent trend of race-swapping characters and emphasizing identity politics has raised eyebrows among fans.
The controversial casting decisions as well as Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s claims about being the first woman of color to direct a Star Wars film, have contributed to a growing sense of discontent among the fanbase. Obaid-Chinoy’s focus on identity politics and her proclamation about shaping the Star Wars story in a new way have sparked skepticism, especially considering the previously announced Rogue Squadron film directed by Patty Jenkins.
Kathleen Kennedy’s tenure as the President of Lucasfilm has been marked by a push for feminism, as she has a “Force Is Female” mantra, and fans argue that this emphasis is distracting from the core elements of storytelling that define the Star Wars saga. The recent appointment of Dave Filoni as Chief Creative Officer may signal a shift in the narrative direction, but fans remain wary, especially considering Filoni’s dismissive stance towards established canon.
Even though Star Wars: Ahsoka left more questions open than it answered in its season finale, the lackluster performance of Ahsoka and the controversies surrounding recent projects raise concerns about the future of the beloved franchise. Whether the Force can guide Star Wars back to its former glory remains uncertain, but for now, the galaxy seems to be facing a period of turbulence and skepticism from its once-loyal fanbase.
What do you think about the future of Star Wars: Ahsoka from Rosario Dawson’s interivew? Leave a comment and let us know.
Star Wars fans don’t care who the lead character is or who directed the series or film. We DO care about good story telling. There are some flaws with the prequels and the original trilogy but we fans love the story and overlook those things because we got to share in a galaxy created by people who didn’t actively hate the fans. When KK and her flying monkeys tell men to not see their new project they (and their families) will oblige. No problem.
I’ve always wondered how Luke was flying along the surface of the Death Star (PBUH), fired a shot forward, and it went down to the core of the station . . .
When you introduce time travel, you know your series is cooked.