Obi-Wan Kenobi

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Season 1
  • Network: Disney+
  • Series Premiere Date: May 27, 2022
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6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 562 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 319 out of 562
  2. Mixed: 76 out of 562
  3. Negative: 167 out of 562
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  1. Wcarmack
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    Great show. Characters are perfect. Episode 3 is epic. Can’t wait for the rest of the show.
  2. RedMars
    Jun 4, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Who are the critics giving this 4/5?! It's just about OK, but there are so many stupid bits, I don't understand the intelligence of reviewers raving about it. There is a scene where they come up against a lazer gate in the desert and instead of WALKING AROUND IT, they have to turn off the gate?! There are Benny Hill style action scenes. It's only saved from being awful by the performances, but all the actors deserve a better script and story than this.… Expand
  3. Celticfire84
    Jun 4, 2022
    7
    Very decently done. It's great to see that Stars Wars is trying very earnestly to do right by their true fans by giving us something that we've wanted to see for a while. I just hope that this is the end of them relying on characters that we already know the ending for and their future stories will involve new characters.
  4. Inglemoose
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    The reconnect with the previous films, long missed characters & the great casting have won me over. Add in the great effects and (so far, epi 3) interesting story - i'm glad this isn't as poor as boba fett became.
  5. Vivalarem
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    Love it :) like how they bring back Obi. 3 ep so far and love every moment !!
  6. Vaxeth
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    Seeing Ewan back as Obi-Wan and along side Vader is everything I wanted! Amazing addition
  7. christopherhelm
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    It's perfection. Think of the time before and the time ahead, he is exactly who he is supposed to be. We may feel sorry for Ben but this is his role in the larger scheme of things. The tone is perfect, and the contrast between Ben and Vader makes it so fun to watch.
  8. eliasmp
    Jun 3, 2022
    3
    Half of the action is camp, with Benny Hill inspired chase scenes galore. There are some stand out moments with Obi Wan, but sadly they are too few and far between. The villainess is perhaps the greatest detective in the world, and seems to be in all regards over powered, which makes the show trying to have us root for her over her other Sith counterparts difficult, though not as difficultHalf of the action is camp, with Benny Hill inspired chase scenes galore. There are some stand out moments with Obi Wan, but sadly they are too few and far between. The villainess is perhaps the greatest detective in the world, and seems to be in all regards over powered, which makes the show trying to have us root for her over her other Sith counterparts difficult, though not as difficult as the poor dialogue and stiff, rushed line delivery.… Expand
  9. emirbud
    Jun 3, 2022
    0
    Disaster. Unbelievably stupid. Also boring. Truly a masterpiece of awfulness. Stay away at all cost.
  10. jc3113
    Jun 3, 2022
    1
    Ahsoka: I won't leave you. Not this time. Obi-wan: ...... ( flee ) May the force be with this series.
  11. Jarbushi
    Jun 3, 2022
    3
    In my country we have a street named after Obi-Wan Kenobi. That’s how much popular this character is. This show gives him no justice and it’s made the same way as The Last Jedi. If u like the last Jedi u will like this show too.
  12. OniMacaroni
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    I love Star Wars. And as a FAN, I have been waiting for more Kenobi. I've not been disappointed. Brilliant!
  13. Albert105
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing show that fills the gap we needed to be filled in the timeline of the amazing star wars universe
  14. EpicFehl
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Don't let the racists win. It's a good series so far. Standout performances by Ewan McGregor and Moses Ingram. Looking forward to where it b leads.
  15. RocketExecZee
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a fantastic show so far. Between the story, the characters, the connections with other Star Wars media, the cameos, and the acting…Just Bravo. Little Leia is an absolutely amazing addition as is 3rd Sister Reva (Youngling from the order 66 scene anyone?) Episodes 2 and 3 kept me on the edge of my seat and the cliffhangers keep me craving more. Ewan is again fantastic as Kenobi as well as Hayden as both Anakin and Vader and it was so wonderful for James Earl Jones, Jimmy Smits, and Joel Edgerton to reprise their roles. I fully understand now why Ewan was genuinely afraid to act with Vader. Absolutely ruthless portrayal of Darth Vader at his prime that was more than due. I hadn’t been so scared of him since playing Fallen Order! Taking off a half star until Kenobi says "Hello there"… Expand
  16. hwfreak6
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    Excellent series so far. Plenty of unexpected twists and definitely going a direction I was not expecting.
  17. Zombiecazz
    Jun 3, 2022
    5
    Loving watching Kenobi and Vader in action again. Living every minute of it. Being immersed in Star Wars again is awesome
  18. threerealms
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    It's a moving exploration of Obi-Wan's trauma anchored by an amazing performance from Ewan McGregor. This is why Star Wars fans wanted an Obi-Wan show so much. We knew it was a recipe for something meaningful.
  19. sethpillow
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    el mejor producto de star wars desde la compra de disney, es una carta de amor a los fans
  20. Ladyvader23
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    I am so pleased with what they're doing in this series. Easily some of the best Star Wars content. I'm glad the prequels are getting some love, and I'm so happy they finally brought back the original actors and gave them scripts they can shine with. Must see for any star wars fan!
  21. Scipio1675
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    I'm absolutely living this series! This is tapping in to what makes Star Wars great!
  22. chaserom
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing series, one of the best Star Wars Content out there, really hoping for a second season because this show is brilliant
  23. larrybee
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    A brilliant addition to the Star Wars world; it has a lot more depth to it than the original trilogy, but adds a perspective to the end of the Clone Wars and the time between Three and Four we haven't yet seen.
  24. Lildinamo
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Love love love this show!!! The characters, nostalgia, and story are just fantastic! 10/10
  25. Tensejackal
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great mature piece of work, with classic Vadar introduction that pays homage to both the original triology and prequals. Throughly enjoying the show, it sets a good pace for thought and builds nicely into the characters without rushing you through. Some great parallels with the characters, show how much passion has been put into this by the team who created it.… Expand
  26. SeanGraham1
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After the third episode I can happily say that I am currently loving this series, the acting so far from Ewan is outstanding and finally getting to see Vader in his true form was fantastic, the slight horror-like episode done wonders showing the true fear that people had for Vader. Little Leia is hilarious and adorable at the same time with incredible acting and great lines. The inquisitors parts at the moment are the only real issue I have, the acting itself is great, it’s just at a lore point, some of their actions don’t feel true to their character but nothing that truly ruins anything. Reva herself is a character to be hated. But I feel like that’s the point, she isn’t meant to be a character to be loved as even the inquisitors don’t want to deal with her, Moses herself feels great, She brings a great dynamic to the show which leaves me wondering where her true intentions may actually lie. Only time will tell… the only real worry I have is that some plot holes are currently there which I’m hoping will end up sorting itself out by the end of the series. Over all, a fantastic watch and I’m exited for what the next few episodes will bring.… Expand
  27. Dukey88
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing series so far! Highly enjoyed seeing Ewan back in the saddle as obi. Great direction and effects
  28. Raukan77
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    So far I love it! Won’t go into any details as I myself like it best when knowing as little as possible. But it’s awesome!
  29. Hcran25
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Sooo good! Don’t let the haters who are talking about racism get the show down. If you love Star Wars then you are going to love this show.
  30. saxlax
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a great show. It's such a nostalgic dose of goodness and I honestly can't get enough. Ewan McGregor is, as always, amazing as Obi-Wan. The actress playing Leia is adorable and completely embodies the attitude of a 10yo space princess!! True fans and casual fans alike will love this show.… Expand
  31. Jeabrams15
    Jun 3, 2022
    5
    Has good moments, but not a good compliment to A New Hope, Revenge of the Sith or the established character of Obi-Wan Kenobi.
  32. Malohu
    Jun 3, 2022
    0
    Disney and KK continue to destroy the star wars universe. This is absolute trash.
  33. Dairobs11
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Perhaps the best Star Wars release since Disney purchased the rights. The casting is excellent and the story is incredibly tense and exciting. I watched the first episode and immediately went back and watched all of the movies out of sheer excitement. The cast is excellent and the show is on course to be far better than even The Mandalorian was.
  34. Ramso3216
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    Halfway through the series and it's overall a great chapter in the Star Wars story. Getting to see more of the journey of fan favorite Kenobi is a treat, with writing that explores the toll the clone wars and the fall of the Republic had on the former hero.

    Visuals are impressive as usual, with episodes getting away from desert planets and exploring new corners of the galaxy. Characters    Halfway through the series and it's overall a great chapter in the Star Wars story. Getting to see more of the journey of fan favorite Kenobi is a treat, with writing that explores the toll the clone wars and the fall of the Republic had on the former hero.

    Visuals are impressive as usual, with episodes getting away from desert planets and exploring new corners of the galaxy. Characters are well acted across the board, with the exception of some moments with the antagonists feeling forced and "on-the-nose" versus their cartoon versions in Rebels.

    The cons of the show are minimal and easy to forgive. One chase scene in particular is laughable at moments but outside of that nothing to take you out of the experience. Don't let the toxic fandom make you believe this show is below average, it's great star wars that fans of all ages will enjoy.    … Expand
  35. ThatOneGuy1516
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Everything I was hoping for and more! The casting is top notch, Ewan McGregor steps right back into the role of Obi-Wan as if he never left. I'm excited to see how the rest of the season plays out.
  36. PoloSF
    Jun 3, 2022
    3
    Can the star wars franchise try a bit different dynamic in the story? The good vs bad premise is already very outdated. The audiences have evolved but series or films like this seem to be absolutely oblivious to it.
  37. MakoReaktor
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Love seeing the old cast as well as all the new faces. Shoutout to the art department for the amazing sets and costuming. Really enjoying it!
  38. ManekiNeko99
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The show is not perfect, but I really enjoy watching it with my 9 year old daughter. It's GREAT to see her witness Princess Leia as a young feisty little girl. Leia has now dethroned Rey as her favorite Star Wars character. As for myself, I really enjoyed seeing Vader in action. He's truly evil in this series.… Expand
  39. DustTagg
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This show is amazing. It’s great to see my favorite Jedi back in action. Plus the rest of the cast is great. Highly recommended
  40. Thesmakman
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    First 2 episodes where everything a true starwars fan could hope for in a Lenovo tv series
  41. LittleRedCMXIV
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I believe that so far with the episodes I’ve seen it is a fairly rounded show. Like anything it’s lacking in one or two places but that is easily made up with Ewans incredible acting and the emotion we get in the story. The things we never got to see in any of the movies or shows this far are here and anyone who’s played the games like I have get a fun time seeing things from said games that aren’t touched on anywhere else besides books and comics.… Expand
  42. HylianJedi
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kenobi delves into the generally unknown period of Imperial times. Blending stories about known and new characters well to be welcoming to new and old fans a like. This series takes the “it’s like poetry” line from George Lucas and does a very good job hitting most of its marks. There are a few spots that could of been more poetic, but as the series goes on the better it gets.… Expand
  43. Cheezeyburger
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    It’s great to see what “Ben” was doing while Luke was growing up. I’m 3 episodes in and can’t wait for the second half.
  44. Uriels
    Jun 3, 2022
    0
    Decided to drop in as there seems to be an orchestrated bout of shill bombing from Disney+ in response to what actual viewers put here after watching the ep.03. Humans also need to actively respond.

    So. We have a show from the company most famous from publicly thanking the owners of Uyghur concentration camps for letting them shoot footage near those very camps. The show has Ewan    Decided to drop in as there seems to be an orchestrated bout of shill bombing from Disney+ in response to what actual viewers put here after watching the ep.03. Humans also need to actively respond.

    So. We have a show from the company most famous from publicly thanking the owners of Uyghur concentration camps for letting them shoot footage near those very camps.

    The show has Ewan McGregor playing some lowlife blaster jockey who certainly is not Obi-Wan Kenobi, which is a bit strange for Ewan McGregor to do in a series titled "Obi-Wan Kenobi".

    The show also has a big guy in Black Helmet who, after killing some bystanders, surprisingly turns out not to be Darth Vader, just some idiot who wears the costume and speaks menacingly.

    It has 3 stooges implied to be Sith Inquisitors which is funny since obviously none of them is a Sith, even if the Type B of Power seems to have inclinations. She might one day become a Sith if only she manages to make a facial expression other than that of annoyed constipation. I guess another bit of canon went out the window and suddenly the evil, supremacist Sith Empire is no longer racist :D

    The show also has the fastest 10yo in the universe, whose waddling is faster than the run of 3 professional bounty hunters and of a guy called, by other characters in the show, a Jedi. The 10yo has mental capacity of a stunned bull in the slaughterhouse, behaving like a complete idiot (on 10yo scale, no one sane expects a 10yo child to give psychoanalytic speeches or jump from a roof and blame someone else for it). The show seems to suggest that this lump of idiocy somehow will grow into the smart, resourceful and charming princess Leia.

    The score is mostly due to the title which made me expect a Star Wars show. Otherwise I'd keep a point or two for CGI and music.    … Expand
  45. Jester9084
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Honestly, a series I always wanted, to see how broken Kenobi became to be Ben. It has everything needed for nostalgia of the prequels that I grew up with.
  46. Theshanextm
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This show is incredible. It’s even easier to rewatch than Mandalorian - which at the time was the best recent thing Star Wars had released. The releases keep getting better and it’s clear the future of Star Wars is TV
  47. Ftinschert
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    By far the best Star Wars show so far. Ewan is brilliant as always and the tone is much darker than anything since ROTS.
  48. Aurorafy
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything I wanted it to be. Vader is just like himself in the comics he’s conflicted in the struggle between Anakin and Vader. People are hating on Reva when we don’t know her full story yet.… Expand
  49. SergeiTheMadman
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to the trolls. The series is great. Much better Star Wars story than the new movies. It makes me feel like a kid again/
  50. MazeCuber
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    I really enjoy the this far. It shows you a broken man long after his glory. He’s lost everything, his eyes are on one goal. Yet gets pulled out of that roll for the possible better future.
  51. Biancagrant
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This is quickly becoming the best star wars series so far. For the first time we have a strong, powerful female character that exists for more than male gratification. Star wars is FINALLY allowing people that are not white men into the spotlight, let's hope it continues.
  52. Jhcritic
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    Enjoyed it so far looking forward to seeing what happens next for obi wan and leia
  53. barney117
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Really enjoying the cast and all the new lore being added! Great to see such classic Star Wars being made awesome.
  54. Jdshort
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    The negative reviews are just fake accounts that are mad about what was said. This show is the BEST!
  55. girlgeek331
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This show is amazing! Granted I am a Star Wars geek but it re-fueled my passion for the fandom. Ewan McGregor and the rest of the cast is phenomenal. I also think Moses Ingram, a new addition to the Star Wars Universe is a great actor! Thak You for this incredible series!
  56. Dr_Bowser
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Great show. Real Star Wars fans can appreciate it. Haters gonna hate. I stand with Moses.
  57. simonfredette
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Incredible, vader is awesome, obiwan is awesome leia it's amazing. James earl Jones hayden !
  58. NateEast
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best Star Wars series yet! Also the best on screen Vader we have seen yet!!!… Expand
  59. Whammyham23
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    OMG!!! This show is amazing I love the way that vader is portrayed and Reva is a badass
  60. JoshIsMyselff
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. (Episodes 1-3)
    A show like Kenobi is one to behold. The story starts off with a BANG, as we are rushed through the Jedi temple during Order 66 as a Jedi master attempts to guide a group of younglings to safety as Jedi are purged in the background. What an opening! We jump to seeing Kenobi on the planet Tattooine, a different man from who we have been shown before. More reserved, less likely to put himself at risk for others, that is until the reintroduction of Bail Organa. Bail Organa requests the help of Kenobi after his adopted daughter, Leia Organa, is kidnapped from her home. This embarks Kenobi on a dangerous mission that could possibly reveal his presence to The Empire, the antagonist government of the series, known for hunting down Jedi using their warriors known as The Inquisitor’s. Obi-wan’s presence is revealed, as he is hunted by Reva, a newly introduced inquisitor of the series. Put in charge by Darth Vader after the murder of the Grand Inquisitor, Reva sets out to hunt down Kenobi in order to gain what is rightfully hers through his capture. Darth Vader, a creature of the darkness fueled by his hatred of Kenobi, is hell bent on the capture and torture of Kenobi by using any means necessary. This leads to one of the most gruesome scenes in Star Wars history, to which I will not reveal. Episode 3 had so much quality action and character development, it accurately showed what the halfway point of a limited series should look and feel like.

    The actors and actresses are absolutely phenomenal in their respective roles. The main cast is granted more and more time to shine as each episode goes by, and it has increased my interest in continuing this show. The show is not without its flaws, but the show does provide enough quality entertainment to where I can acknowledge and live with the flaws while still enjoying this show as it was originally intended. I highly recommend this show so far.    … Expand
  61. Xanatos9790
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So far three episodes in and the only reason I don't give it a ten is because of the 2 lack luster chase scene with Princess Leia. Other than that it's an amazing show this far! The cinematography and the character are fantastic and the third episode with Vader being an absolute beast is outstanding. Nothing held back and nobody is safe with him around. Can't wait to see what happens in the next 3 episodes.… Expand
  62. jordynlong123
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the series so far. Darth Vader In the third episode is a true highlight. You really get to see how much of a monster he is and it is so fun to watch. Sad that salty people are trying to ruin it by leaving bad reviews. Wonderful show… Expand
  63. Ddom
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Fantastic series with phenomenal actors. You couldn’t ask for more.

    Disney doing fantastic stuff
  64. Renholder
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Great Show!!! Looking forward to future episodes!!! Loving all these different Star Wars shows! Really looking forward to the continuation of Star Wars Rebels with the Ahsoka series!!
  65. Paul230185
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    A Great letter of love for the Star Wars fans, not only to the prequels, or Clone Wars fans.
  66. ZekaSkope
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    Don’t let the Fandom Menace fool you into thinking this show is no good. It’s a masterpiece that isn’t pushing any agenda or ideals like other SW properties have been accused of.
    The only controversy associated with this series is the viewership that call themselves SW fans, and push their own agenda instead of enjoying a great show.
  67. Daggles
    Jun 3, 2022
    8
    Honestly this show has been bomb as **** Me and My dad are both star wars fans and we’re both loving it, in fact I even dare say it’s fixed mine and his relationship.
  68. Mswan
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Unreal show, best Star Wars series by Disney! Doesn’t get enough love, #1 show on disney plus
  69. Elbappo
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Hello there! Great show so far, great characters and actors, in my opinion this is the best star wars mini series to date.
  70. Summersday1978
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Seeing the effects of self doubt and PTSD affect one of the most powerful Jedi of all time resonates with me. The cat and chemistry is phenomenal and Darth Vader is absolutely chilling.… Expand
  71. Nobilis1984
    Jun 3, 2022
    4
    Another disappointment.
    This series is actually good, but it annoys me:
    - Precocious Leia. She's 10 and acting like she's 30. - Reva is even worse than Jar Jar Binks. He's annoying with his noises and Reva with her behavior. If you want a strong woman, then she should be like Sarah Connor or Ripley. But please not so unbearable. - Poorly staged scenes (Leia is captured) and the duel    Another disappointment.
    This series is actually good, but it annoys me:
    - Precocious Leia. She's 10 and acting like she's 30.
    - Reva is even worse than Jar Jar Binks. He's annoying with his noises and Reva with her behavior. If you want a strong woman, then she should be like Sarah Connor or Ripley. But please not so unbearable.
    - Poorly staged scenes (Leia is captured) and the duel Kenobi vs. Vader. Both done really badly.
    Ewan McGregor is the only one who keeps me glued to the series. The big bright spot of the series.    … Expand
  72. Heckboy
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Everything I was hoping for in Star Wars series about Kenobi! Highly recommended if you are true fan of Star Wars and the Prequel movies and characters.
  73. Warlok9
    Jun 3, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like most fans, “Obi Wan Kenobi the series” was the most awaited show Disney had in production. The wealth of available villains and possible plot lines the producers had to work with was endless. There was no way this could be bad. They had Ewan McGregor, eventually got Hayden as well! After the trailer dropped I was so excited. So they are going full on Vader/Inqisitors! Great! Watched the first episode and it was fine really. They are setting up a redemption arc for Kenobi. He’s lost his edge and is out of touch with the force. Fine. Makes sense.
    Leia storyline is introduced… okay, I kinda like it! This will be cool! Girl seems closer to 7 years old than 10, but okay. Honestly don’t mind the girl actor, she’s fine and emotes some of that Leia cockiness. First sign of trouble I see in the show is when “Flea” shows up as a heavy and he is just awful. The ensuing foot chase is badly choreographed and filmed. The “Pirate” actors clearly pause and stop at various moments to make sure they don’t catch up to the child actor. It’s just bad. Ok… I’ll forgive that if the show just keeps getting better.
    City chase scene is better and events that occur here are good. Kenobi is tasked with not using the force or reveal his location so makes sense. The Reva parkour didn’t bother me. Thought is was cool. The Inquisitors meet at some point and there is trouble in the ranks and a challenge is imminent. Fine. Grand inquisitor is cool and genuinely menacing, the Asian inquisitor and Reva are borderline for me. One is over the top “evil” and growls all his lines, and Reva just seems to get angry, yell, and then lash out. She does it every single appearance in the show through 2 episodes. No nuance to the character for how much focus is on her.
    Anyways, Kenobi is forced to use the force to save Leia and it feels like a BIG moment and I’m excited. This is it. His awakening! Nope. Next scene he is just magically at street level with Leia. Even my wife, who was just watching because I was watching it, said, “how did he get down there so fast?” Not a big deal, but why not show a scene of Kenobi force leaping off the building. Would have been cool. I’m still not complaining though.
    Skip to scene where Kenobi and Reva arrive at the cargo hangar nearly simultaneously. Kenobi struggles with revealing himself at first but we are going to see our first saber battle! It’s the perfect set up. Reva would make a perfect first challenger for Kenobi. She is brash and overconfident. Kenobi will easily thrash her and at the last moment the other inquisitors rush in and save her. Kenobi and Leia escape and Leia is completely in awe of Kenobi and fully trusts him now. The Inquisitors rush to their ship to give chase but lose the cargo ship as it jumps to light speed. The episode ends with the inquisitors radioing the fleet that they need that ships coordinates!

    Except nothing in that last paragraph actually happens. Here is what does and it’s where the show starts worrying me for real. Reva comes in the hangar, senses Kenobi is there, and starts taunting him. Kenobi hides. Why? It’s just him and her at that point. He has been discovered. He knows it. Everyone knows he’s here. But ok, whatever. I wanted a fight but obviously the writers really want to drive home that Kenobi is broken and afraid, even though they had already set up a big moment with music and fanfare when he saved Leia with the force.

    Reva taunts Kenobi more and reveals Anakin is alive and he is Darth Vader. Kenobi cowers and is shaken. That’s fine and believable. It would have been far more impactful in the scene had Kenobi started fighting Reva, had her on the ropes, and THEN she reveals it. Kenobi reels and loses focus and narrowly escapes Reva. Would have been so cool. Instead Reva just stabs the Inquisitor and kills him (confirmed, he’s dead). I guess this messes with canon continuity, but honestly. I don’t care about that stuff if improves the story. They can always retcon that later. Problem is it was a weird moment and lacked the impact the writers thought it would.

    The 3rd episode is a disaster with the exception of one scene where Leia asked Kenobi what the force feels like. His explanation of turning the lights on when scared in a dark room is BEAUTIFUL and poetic! Amazing writing there. Seriously. Great moment.

    The rest of the episode is a series of head scratchers and “omg why” moments. First, there are several moments where the director assumed the audience were idiots. 1. The cargo ship escapes, no pursuit? 2. The stormtrooper checkpoint. No Jedi mind trick? Walk around laser barrier? 3. Vader and fuel spill, Kenobi escape. Vader just used force to extinguish fire a second earlier, but now he can’t? And again, just walk around it!
    It’s not nitpicking when these issues are so glaring. I’m out of space here, so in summary, Kenobi appears to be a MONUMENTAL wasted opportunity!    … Expand
  74. Rissor
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Im loving it! Absolutely beautiful, this is pure gold… Vader is terrifying
  75. Marcose123
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Great show! It has done justice and picked up where clone wars left off. The show is great.
  76. PadmeKenobi
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    I am loving this show! Can't wait for the next episode. Showing the effect that Anakin's falling to the dark side has on Obi is great. We get to see that not only Anakin was affected but so was Obi. We can sense his guilt at failing Anakin.
  77. Mayar75
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    Well acted and wonderfully casted. Obi Wan hits all the marks for real Star Wars fans.
  78. 1infantry23
    Jun 3, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible disappointment, sith lady can’t act, special effects suck, made obi wan a non Jedi cuck like Luke. more of Disney focused on identity politics then storytelling… Expand
  79. piglordofallham
    Jun 2, 2022
    0
    This franchise is dead. Let it burn. Bury it if you have to.

    Amazingly Disney have somehow managed to do irrepairable damage to the Star Wars license, you know- those fun, adventurous and heartwarming movies they made almost 50 years ago? Yeah those are long, long, long, long, in a galaxy far, far away- GONE. Nobody cares about kid Leia, nobody cares about a show centered around    This franchise is dead. Let it burn. Bury it if you have to.

    Amazingly Disney have somehow managed to do irrepairable damage to the Star Wars license, you know- those fun, adventurous and heartwarming movies they made almost 50 years ago? Yeah those are long, long, long, long, in a galaxy far, far away- GONE.

    Nobody cares about kid Leia, nobody cares about a show centered around Obi-wan Kenobi, when according to Lucas "canon" he just sat around on Tatooine till they built the first death star! I mean its all well and good to "try" to make a decent show around a solid character, but its already been done and better (only animated or in books).

    Extended universe had millions of potential stories for the Disney exec's to mercilessly steal- er.. I mean "borrow" from and they still ignored it. They are desperate for a hit. You can smell the blood in the water at Disney. Its so bad people wonder if they're aren't plants from other film companies approving all of these terrible ideas. I'd call those people crazy, but the truth was always stranger than fiction.

    Let Star Wars go. I still have the original trilogy and some of the other licensed stuff, those were all pretty good, and I have a lot of happy memories with those things. Whatever monster they've created, I sometimes wonder if Lucas isn't laughing about it as we speak.    … Expand
  80. Jhaft703
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    I thought it was great, 7.5-8.0/10 based on the first three episodes, with room for improvement. Ignore the Metacritic trolls; the critics have this about right.
  81. smb14
    Jun 2, 2022
    1
    Obi-Wan deserved better than this.

    Much has already been written about the writing and directing, which can alternate between adequate and surprisingly poor. And, to be sure, a good amount of that criticism is warranted. This series may well leave you wondering how a limited run title with this much legacy, fan support and budget could come out feeling so undercooked. Yes, some of the    Obi-Wan deserved better than this.

    Much has already been written about the writing and directing, which can alternate between adequate and surprisingly poor. And, to be sure, a good amount of that criticism is warranted. This series may well leave you wondering how a limited run title with this much legacy, fan support and budget could come out feeling so undercooked. Yes, some of the plot points and dialog are weak. Yes, some of the action sequences and editing choices are puzzling bordering on laughable. Yes, some of the special effects look like they never received their finishing touches. All of that is on display, but the worst offense in the series "Obi-Wan Kenobi" is how it handles its namesake.

    In this series, the venerable Jedi is now a deeply fearful man, consumed with regret, who has lost seemingly all of the calm dedication and martial prowess that was his hallmark for literally every other film and television series featuring him up to this point. The knight who unflinchingly stood against Sith Lords, bounty hunters, literal armies of opposition and Darth Vader himself, is now seemingly incapable of anything more than trading some blaster fire and running for his life in between panic attacks.

    We are supposed to understand that in the 10 years since his last film appearance, Obi-Wan has cut of all connection to the Force, ceased any form of training and has simply been hiding out -- thus, we are to believe, his jarring ineffectiveness. He even tells a potential ally that all hope is lost; that they should lay low in perpetuity, effectively doing nothing to help anyone. But this character re-write doesn't actually work when we consider that A) Kenobi's mission - which he has been quietly awaiting - is to train a young Luke Skywalker as a Jedi B) he, Kenobi, has been given additional skills to hone from Master Yoda in preparation for the years ahead and C) such a meek surrender to tyranny and evil goes against everything we've known about the character for roughly 40 years now. It's an ill-conceived cop out from the writing room that just doesn't convince.

    By the third episode, when the former Jedi is called upon to summon at least a glimpse of the skill and valor that he demonstrated so routinely years before, there is almost nothing there. It's not so much a decline as it is a complete re-fashioning of the character for the sake of villain fan service.

    What a waste. (Subscription cancelled).    … Expand
  82. Krell100
    Jun 2, 2022
    0
    Just terrible. Writing, acting, music, editing... it's all rubbish. Not sure where Disney goes from here with the Star Wars universe, it's almost unredeemable after this farce.
  83. JD_Chambers
    Jun 2, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At this point being a star wars fan is comparable to being a battered housewife. This show looks cheap, music is forgettable, villain is probably the worst acted and written antagonist in all star wars. Rescue Leia plot is boring and played out. They even managed to make Obi-Wan vs Vader boring. Well done once again Disney.… Expand
  84. Dwayne121
    Jun 2, 2022
    7
    Strong acting helps to elevate a fairly generic story. The action scenes will hopefully improve as the episodes progresses as they are the weakest parts.
  85. zen1009
    Jun 2, 2022
    0
    First two episodes were boring and annoyingly bad. Will not be continuing this lame series like Boba Fett.
  86. AgentoftheBat
    Jun 1, 2022
    0
    Star Wars was done when Disney bought the rights from George Lucas. We didn't know it then but it's clear now and becomes clearer with each passing terrible show, film, comic or novel that Disney spews out. Obi-Wan is just another example in the increasingly long list of failures. Not even the presence of Ewan McGregor can save it. If you are a true Star Wars fan, avoid!
  87. Mohh
    Jun 1, 2022
    3
    This really continues the way most tv shows are written today treating audiences like they are stubid and some actually are and enjoy it and that's why we keep getting bad shows, maybe i would have enjoyed it if i was 10.
  88. cainezen
    Jun 1, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lowered score after 3rd episode. Every part of this show is great, when Ewan McGregor is on screen. Every other part, to include the overly aggressive, overacting 3rd Sister, and her inquisitors turn it into a cartoon of a show. The 3rd Sister actress seems very green. Her scenes just don't feel polished and her acting seems lower than most of the others. This applies to several background or second tier characters as well though. The child actor for Leia is also not great and this entire series arc feels unnecessary to me. Overall after three episodes, I'm not interested in this series at all.… Expand
  89. Billovercheck
    Jun 1, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My score would be lower if I didn't like Ewen McGregor so much as an actor. Two of the main characters in this show are downright annoying and cheesy: Leah and Reva. Leah is one of the most annoying child characters I've seen in a movie. Reva is just plain cheesy, especially the matrix-like scene where she's jumping from building to building. Also, Reva's dialogue and acting feel so forced. I just can't take her seriously. Obi-wan has given up on life yet still wants to mentor Luke? I just don't get this show. I'm not sure I'll watch the rest of the series.… Expand
  90. beno1998
    May 31, 2022
    7
    For the first two episodes i think it was ok. I hope that the last four episodes will get better.
  91. phawk63
    May 31, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Kenobi Series in its first two episodes are not very good. The story from the beginning of the show does not center around Kenobi but a new character Reva and young Princess Leia. Reva is not a convincing villain and considering the opening will most like be a redeemed villain by the seasons end. The writing is not very good as the powers given to Reva is not consistent. At one point she reads the mind of a fake jedi to find Kenobi yet early on in the show she could have read the mind of Owen Lars and would have found Kenobi about 10 feet away. The chase scene with little Princess Leia is something you would get out of a Benny Hill episode in the 70's. In fact, speed it up a little put Benny Hill music to it and you will laugh. I know Kenobi is supposed to be broken but why does he want to train Luke if using his powers will only tip of Inquisitors. I watched this show to see Kenobi broken but committed to protecting Luke using his powers as needed. What I am getting is another broken down Luke Skywalker. We have seen this before. It doesn't add anything to the Star Wars Universe. I was bored.… Expand
  92. LordGanon
    May 31, 2022
    5
    I think that the series is not writen for the character Obi-Wan, the series is writen for the new character Reva in an Obi-Wan series. Everything outside of Obi-Wans scenes is boring and has a lack of character continuity. The show is not a disaster, but It feels deflating to watch this series.
  93. HamishIII
    May 31, 2022
    2
    Not good - had a lot of promise but there are way to many plot inconsitancies and holes along with bait and switch characterization. Kenobi's depression etc... was not convincing when he should have been training - this needed to be hashed out - And characters knowing who he is and finding him easily was not well explained. Too much show magic vs good writing - the force is weak in this one!
  94. Mas__co
    May 31, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s and ok show. However, In the first 2 episodes there are a few things that are just so confusing. How can bounty hunters get outran by a toddler and why so many unnecessary flips. WTF Star Wars. Furthermore, the character Revan is currently so annoying (she’s meant to be) but it’s so trash. The grand inquisitor should’ve killed that trilla nock off… Expand
  95. JaySnoogins
    May 31, 2022
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first episode was fine. It was slow, but it was showing the drudgery of Obi-Wan's life now. The flashes of Luke were nice, and I liked Leia (minus the ridiculous chase scene).
    They tied to establish Reva early as the most ruthless, driven, and cleverest of The Inquisitors. They did this with horrid writing, no consistency, and exceedingly poor acting. Petulance and a resting **** face does not convey the menace that the writers and Moses Ingram seem to think it does.
    The second episode was horrendous. Full of plot conveniences and "just becauses" that would embarrass the writers of The Rise of Skywalker.

    The entire rescue was preposterous. The Leia chase scene in this one made the one in Ep 1 look like high cinema but lasted a full 10 minutes. We got Reva being petulant again and contradicting and defying her Sith (in all but name) commander and suffering no repercussions. Then we get Batman Reva observing the city from a rooftop with the RBF still firmly in place at the right place at precisely the right time to catch up to Leia and Obi, then a laughably bad force enabled parcor dash to intercept. She ends up extracting Kenobi's new location from a fake Jedi using her super, totally better than Kylo's, information extractor mind power in about five seconds (this powerful ability is why the Inquisitors tolerate her insubordination it is explained) So why did she not use it on Owen in Ep 1? Kenobi was literally 20 feet away.
    She is confronted again by the Grand Inquisitor, the same character that appears in the Show "Star Wars Rebels" as the main antagonist set four or five years after these events (Star Wars Canon), but he cops an attitude so Reva runs him through.
    Anyway, Reva finds Kenobi. She dialogs that Vader is alive, and therefore Anakin is alive. I won't judge this as harshly as others. I know Vader killed anyone that knew this secret, but maybe she saw him in the temple during Order 66, we'll see. If that is not how she knows, yea this is horrible and completely breaks the lore.
    Ewan's reaction to this news is the best moment of acting in this show by a country mile. This was a very good moment.
    Surprise to no one, Leia and Kenobi manage to escape again and Reva is left on the platform hurling threats at the departing ship and throwing a hissy fit with the RBF still firmly in place.

    Anakin is my favorite character and Obi_Wan is not far behind, so despite many, many Disney Star Wars misgivings, I was excited about "Obi-Wan Kenobi". I hope it gets better, but I got a bad feeling about this.    … Expand
  96. All_ButTrU4
    May 31, 2022
    4
    Could've and should've been better. Unfortunate for Ewan to be the crux of the entire show . An unsatisfying slow burn it feels like it's mire focused on what will happen rather than the how.
  97. Sabote
    May 31, 2022
    4
    It's a shame because they had great ingredients to cook a delicious meal and they ended up serving average pizza.
  98. UGADawgsAC49
    May 30, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was exactly like I thought it was. This is not Obi-Wan's show. OH NO, This is the Reva show. The best inquisitor EVER. I only gave it a 3 because of the respect I have for the character. Well, the character of the previous movies, not this Obi-Wan. Obi-Wan leaves Luke? Leia is very obnoxious. The writers of this show could care less about that. They only care about making Reva look good and making Kathleen Kennedy happy.… Expand
  99. NotARat
    May 30, 2022
    3
    Extraordinarily disappointed. Story is flat-out lazy. Directing, sets, costumes are lazy and cheap. I truly cannot understand how Disney manages to screw this franchise up. You have access to the most talented writers, directors, designers, actors, etc on the planet and everything ends up extremely poorly executed. Sorry, but those chase scenes were abysmal. Absolutely disgraceful. TheExtraordinarily disappointed. Story is flat-out lazy. Directing, sets, costumes are lazy and cheap. I truly cannot understand how Disney manages to screw this franchise up. You have access to the most talented writers, directors, designers, actors, etc on the planet and everything ends up extremely poorly executed. Sorry, but those chase scenes were abysmal. Absolutely disgraceful. The story just sucks. Deborah Chow cannot direct. The scenes are clunky, fragmented, and awkward. The inquisitors costumes look like they came from the Halloween section at CVS. It’s ObiWan and Vader for crying out loud. Make the show awesome, or don’t make it! Sad time to be a Star Wars fan.… Expand
  100. Zoolybebe
    May 30, 2022
    0
    Ignore all the children and bots giving this show a 10. The cringe level is on par with boba Fett series. Not even the obi wan factor can save this series. Lazy writing mixed with woke agenda is always a recipe for disaster.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Darren Franich
    Jun 22, 2022
    42
    Obi-Wan had a larger problem: It was dumb as a rock. Simple rules of spatial logic went out the window. Main characters kept almost killing each other, and then walking away long enough for their wounded opponent could recover.
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  2. The Daily Beast
    Reviewed by: Nick Schager
    May 27, 2022
    80
    McGregor is wholly up to the challenge of shouldering the emotional weight of this series, which feels less like a cynical cash grab (despite being that) than a natural continuation of the saga that Lucas crafted more than two decades ago.
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Richard Roeper
    May 27, 2022
    75
    Ewan McGregor was last seen as Obi-Wan, he brings more depth, more of a world-weary wisdom to the role. ... As is the case with many a “Star Wars” title, the dialogue sometimes borders on the corny, but director Deborah Chow (“The Mandalorian”) has a keen sense of pacing and a distinct visual style that holds our interest even in the quieter moments. “Obi-Wan Kenobi” is off to a roaring start.
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