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

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  1. Positive: 319 out of 562
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  3. Negative: 167 out of 562
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  1. Dingens
    May 27, 2022
    5
    I liked the introduction with Obi-Wan's new lifestyle( his jawa, his dead-end job and public transportation ), but the show becomes blurry afterwards. for some reason there's a copy of the dramatic matrix trinity rooftop chase scene but it doesnt lead anywhere to justify it's existence, a scene from one of the sw movies with stomach-stabbing, which maybe they hoped would be as impressive,I liked the introduction with Obi-Wan's new lifestyle( his jawa, his dead-end job and public transportation ), but the show becomes blurry afterwards. for some reason there's a copy of the dramatic matrix trinity rooftop chase scene but it doesnt lead anywhere to justify it's existence, a scene from one of the sw movies with stomach-stabbing, which maybe they hoped would be as impressive, but it lack's a comparible build-up. a black character is annoying and demanding without much reason, and at this point you can ask yourself...anyway they also copied some scenes from jon wick because maybe they thaugt it was cool...any dedictated fan could have written something better but i guess the movie industry is occupied by rich parents douchebag-kids nowadays.… Expand
  2. dunnyone
    May 30, 2022
    5
    I guess a 5/10 suits it so far. This is standard Star Wars, the first two episodes did not blow me away. It's great to see Ewen McGregor again as ol' Obi-Wan, but yeah - if you're not a Star Wars fan then this show will do nothing to convert you. I like the fan service they provided (especially the recap in episode 1) but outside of that, I wouldn't recommend the show. I don't hate it butI guess a 5/10 suits it so far. This is standard Star Wars, the first two episodes did not blow me away. It's great to see Ewen McGregor again as ol' Obi-Wan, but yeah - if you're not a Star Wars fan then this show will do nothing to convert you. I like the fan service they provided (especially the recap in episode 1) but outside of that, I wouldn't recommend the show. I don't hate it but the two episodes I watched were not memorable. I mean why even bother with an Obi-Wan show if you're not going to give us something amazing, Disney?… Expand
  3. TheBearOwner
    May 29, 2022
    6
    I am not gonna lie, the show, feels very off, almost like a cartoon, there are a ton of punches which were pulled, some reveals are just plain stupid, villian is eh, still watchable , but very much an EH show
  4. Malohu
    Jun 3, 2022
    0
    Disney and KK continue to destroy the star wars universe. This is absolute trash.
  5. 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
  6. mindfroth
    Jun 15, 2022
    0
    Stunningly, insultingly bad, on every level imaginable. Even the lightsabers are unpleasant to look at, like florescent tube lights.
  7. mickrussom
    Jun 11, 2022
    0
    this thing is horrible it mocks obi wan and is basically setting up original fans. little baby leia is annoying. kenobi and luke are basically guest stars - the show is meant to setup the bestest ever reeeeeeva
  8. Geodatan
    Jun 7, 2022
    1
    Good aspects of this show: Has a good sets, good clothes, some good actors.
    Bad aspects of this show:
    Bad writting, bad story, some bad actres, bad music. This Obi-Wan is the same as Luke Skywalker on The Last Jedi. He is destroyed and didn't train while Luke is in Tatooine. This is a show with many mistakes. Holes on the story, characters with no background, and the main characters is a    Good aspects of this show: Has a good sets, good clothes, some good actors.
    Bad aspects of this show:
    Bad writting, bad story, some bad actres, bad music.
    This Obi-Wan is the same as Luke Skywalker on The Last Jedi. He is destroyed and didn't train while Luke is in Tatooine. This is a show with many mistakes. Holes on the story, characters with no background, and the main characters is a guest star on his own show.    … Expand
  9. Wuggz
    Jun 8, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It appears my low expectations have been exceeded in the worst way. As of episode 4, Vader is now acting out of character, Obi-wan is a coward, and Leia now necessarily must have some Deus-ex mind wipe, or else break canon.… Expand
  10. JoseyWaless
    Jun 7, 2022
    2
    #StarWarsCanon broken in multiple areas besides poor storytelling. clearly we're seeing another #BaitnSwitch w #Kenobi portrayed as a broken down pathetic male who is humiliated before death. #Vader never encountered #Kenobi before #StarWarsIV so that's been tossed aside
  11. Cirnan
    Jun 7, 2022
    1
    It treats Obi Wan like how they treated Luke in the Last Jedi. Not to mention the show constantly breaks continuity. Apparently, the writer didn't watch Revenge of the Sith.
  12. sigmagrindset
    Jun 9, 2022
    1
    I'm just disappointed in Disney for ruining Obi-Wan as a character. He doesn't act like the Jedi that I've come to know either in the Prequels or the original movies. None of the internal writing makes sense. I was so excited too! Watching the first episode made me violently poop my pants with all the woke diversity. After I showered, I tried streaming the second episode and it happenedI'm just disappointed in Disney for ruining Obi-Wan as a character. He doesn't act like the Jedi that I've come to know either in the Prequels or the original movies. None of the internal writing makes sense. I was so excited too! Watching the first episode made me violently poop my pants with all the woke diversity. After I showered, I tried streaming the second episode and it happened again!
    I've learned two things since then- avoid Obi-Wan Kenobi and buffalo wings; both are like the plague.    … Expand
  13. JakeFuller
    May 27, 2022
    10
    So great show, Obi-Wan! Anakin! I am really love it. Acting of the main characters is best!
  14. NotBleach
    May 27, 2022
    10
    lived up to the expectations and was full of surprises. Amazing start can't wait to see what they do in the future.
  15. DigiiovMark
    May 27, 2022
    10
    Hello everyone, i think is the best serial in star wars universe ever.And many people does not like that serial, because they say like 'the Disney break a canon', but you not even see all series yet!!! Why you write this trash? And finally, i very glad to see you Ewan!
  16. 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
  17. 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.
  18. patraikos1
    Jun 9, 2022
    2
    With all the creative possibilities for an Obi-Wan series, this is what they came up with? This show is full of plot holes. The writing is terrible. The story focus should have been on Obi-Wan and Darth Vadar, not Leia and that inquisitor lady. It doesn't even make sense with the movies. It's forgettable after you watch it. At least for me anyway.
  19. 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
  20. 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.
  21. Alkia
    Jun 5, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Started off a bit exciting but quickly evolved into typical Disney garbage. The acting is flat, even for Ewin. Reva is an insufferable character, like an over the top teenager. Not to mention her as an actor claiming to be the first POC to be represented in the franchise is a complete insult to Billy Dee Williams and Donald Glover. Leia’s actor wasn’t that great, but we can blame the director for that because they’re not giving her notes to improve with. The lightsaber duel was incredibly underwhelming, communing with quigon all these years, and the way Kenobi is portrayed in the final episode of rebels demonstrates how uneducated the directors and producers are towards the Star Wars franchise.… Expand
  22. 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.
  23. Reymnz
    Jun 12, 2022
    0
    2 words.....WOKE GARBAGE. George Lucas original vision and intent completey destroyed and disrespected by this show. The show is not even about Obi Wan and Vader.
  24. Arthur2130
    May 27, 2022
    10
    Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi! Kenobi!
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. 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!
  28. nkuk
    Jun 7, 2022
    3
    Even worse than the book of Boba Fett. Sometimes less is more, I don't think there was any reason to make these series about the characters, they are less interesting when they have some Disneyfied lame expanded story about them. The Leia character cant act (bless her) and the story is just boring and dull. I gave up after episode 3.
  29. PhilMarks
    Jun 13, 2022
    1
    This show violates all previous Star Wars lore. Moses Ingram as Reva (Third Sister) is excellent and earned the only +1 in my rating.
  30. Jo_Robear
    Jun 6, 2022
    2
    This series is hilariously bad. If you enjoy watching awful B movies for their unintentional comedy you may be in for a real treat with Kenobi. The writing is terrible, Grade A Hack level. The plot is nonsensical and contrived. The characters bounce between acting like complete idiots, downright annoying or completely out of character. The dialogue is stale at best. Continuity and logicThis series is hilariously bad. If you enjoy watching awful B movies for their unintentional comedy you may be in for a real treat with Kenobi. The writing is terrible, Grade A Hack level. The plot is nonsensical and contrived. The characters bounce between acting like complete idiots, downright annoying or completely out of character. The dialogue is stale at best. Continuity and logic even within the show is lacking. The background visuals are probably the best part of the show. I can't fault the cringey acting because what did these poor actors have to work with? The directing and shots make you scratch your head or burst out laughing. If you have fond childhood memories of watching the original Star Wars trilogy or even episodes I - III, stay away from this series. If you embrace the awfulness of the show you'll find it highly entertaining.… Expand
  31. 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
  32. WatchinMovies
    May 28, 2022
    5
    The high point is the special effects. The low point is the acting and story. Disney has a random story generator then run for every new Star Wars series. The stories are bad and acted poorly. If you like special effects this is good but if you like a real story and good acting then I'd pass on this. Rating: "Just pass on this."
  33. gamejediben
    Jul 3, 2022
    1
    Easily the worst TV show of 2022. I cannot believe that this show cost $15 Million per episode. It looks awful. Terrible story, annoying characters and almost no classic John Williams music. Its almost unwatchable. I hope they burn all copies of this disaster so that future Star Wars fans will never know it ever existed...
  34. TheQuietGamer
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    Nice to see Disney finally acknowledging the prequel era a little bit. Don't get me wrong, this still takes place in that post-RotS, pre-A New Hope safe space that Kathleen Kennedy seems absolutely terrified to move away from, but at the same time it feels tailor-made for those who grew up with that overly-hated second trilogy. It's the Star Wars content I've been most looking forward toNice to see Disney finally acknowledging the prequel era a little bit. Don't get me wrong, this still takes place in that post-RotS, pre-A New Hope safe space that Kathleen Kennedy seems absolutely terrified to move away from, but at the same time it feels tailor-made for those who grew up with that overly-hated second trilogy. It's the Star Wars content I've been most looking forward to for some time now. My favorite character in this massive, media-spanning franchise has always been Obi-Wan, and given what a tiny part he had in the OT that is in no small part due to Ewan McGregor's performance. So getting to see him step back into that role, alongside other returning faces from those same movies, hit all the right nostalgic notes for me while also providing a story with some actual significance in the canon due to the way it shows how the legendary Jedi went from being the broken man we saw at the end of Episode III to the reinvigorated wise mentor who would lead Luke on the first steps of his journey in Episode IV.

    So this isn't just dusting off a fan favorite for a quick good time Solo-style, but actually provides the last essential piece of history for one of the franchise's most important personas. Kenobi's entire arc here sees him forced to face the demons of his past in a struggle that's as much internal as it is external. A conflict that ultimately allows him to rediscover a sense of peace, understanding, and his faith. It carries profound themes of self-forgiveness (particularly if what happened wasn't truly your fault), letting go of trauma, and forging a new, healthier path. I hear a lot of people complaining about Third Sister Reva, but while it may be a bit redundant her inclusion really helps to hammer that message home even further.

    All the underlying depth of its subtext wouldn't mean much however if the miniseries wasn't fun to watch. Luckily the core dynamic between the titular hero and the child-aged version of a very familiar princess is absolutely charming, and there were still plenty of tense moments that had my heart skipping a beat despite the fact that its prequel nature meant I knew who was in real danger or not. This period in the saga is also excellently brought to life with an appropriate tone of hopelessness and desperation similar to Rogue One as the good people in the galaxy far, far away are forced into hiding or subjugation to survive being hunted.

    By far the greatest source of excitement though has got to be Darth Vader. It's been touted across countless films, shows, and literature how those under the Empire's rule lived in complete terror of his immense power, but this is the first piece of the fiction I've come across that's allowed us to see it for ourselves. The Sith lord is simply terrifying here, performing feats straight out of The Force Unleashed video game. Something made all the sweeter thanks to the unfairly treated Hayden Christensen coming back to don the iconic helmet. The action is of a grittier nature than we typically get from the brand as well, with lightsabers getting forsaken for some old fashioned fisticuffs and displays of the force that are more massive and bombastic than anything in any of the 9 films prior.

    It's refreshing to receive a project that seems built from the ground up for the portion of the community that's been largely ignored since George Lucas sold the rights to his space opera baby. Especially since it provides the final vital chapter in the history of its protagonist. Those "fans" who have been upset about everything since the first two-thirds of Return of the Jedi are better off passing, as this serves as a continuation to a part of the saga they have no appreciation for anyways. Yet, for those of us who actually like Star Wars? There are a few minor niggles with things like characters inexplicably choosing to not wipe out certain threats or how apparently taking a laser sword to the gut isn't fatal anymore, but at long last we have been given the full picture of Obi-Wan's life, and that is worth celebrating.    … Expand
  35. JazGalaxy
    Jun 15, 2022
    4
    I am SHOCKED that this show isn't getting ripped to shreds. At first it was just disappointing. But it's gotten to the point where it's gone right through the floor and come out the other side. It's comically bad, and thoroughly entertaining. The scene where a platoon of Storm Troopers with machine guns can't shoot a dozen civilians with handguns in a shallow cave? The baffling "spareI am SHOCKED that this show isn't getting ripped to shreds. At first it was just disappointing. But it's gotten to the point where it's gone right through the floor and come out the other side. It's comically bad, and thoroughly entertaining. The scene where a platoon of Storm Troopers with machine guns can't shoot a dozen civilians with handguns in a shallow cave? The baffling "spare ship" escape scene? Putting the kid you JUST got people killed to rescue right back in harms way? And telling the grifter to look after her as opposed to ANYone else?

    The writing and the directing is COMICALLY bad. Shakey-Cam Star Wars was unasked for and should never be used ever, ever again.    … Expand
  36. brockcheese
    Jun 23, 2022
    7
    This show is really fun, although they ripped off the relationship between Mandalorian and Grogu. Seeing the inquisitors in live action is really fun and engaging.
  37. Kai82
    Jun 22, 2022
    4
    The show is mostly a disapointment. It has bad writing, some continuity errors and inconsistencies. For example Obi Wan is sometimes a weak coward and other times a badass that is an unstoppable force. Before the bigot, misogyny or homophobia accusation is used: No one has anything against gay, trans, black or diverse characters and this was also the case 20 years ago. Just as reminder:The show is mostly a disapointment. It has bad writing, some continuity errors and inconsistencies. For example Obi Wan is sometimes a weak coward and other times a badass that is an unstoppable force. Before the bigot, misogyny or homophobia accusation is used: No one has anything against gay, trans, black or diverse characters and this was also the case 20 years ago. Just as reminder: Remember anyone criticizing Moff Gideon, Cere Junda (Fallen Order), Lando Calrissian, Mace Windu or Dr. Aphra (comics)? No, because they are awesome characters and we want them to return in new stories. Instead we dislike boring or one dimensional characters, weak stories and misuse of characters we grew up and liked for years. Sadly Obi Wan has a lot of weaknesses. It does also not help that you know the outcomes. They cant kill or seriously harm a character that appears later in the movies. The main example is the final episode and the climax battles where no one could die. Just a few additional examples. In one a familiar character is threaten with death by light saber and there is an interrogation with seemingly dire consequences. Both fail because you know no one could die. Another example: The Grand Inquisitor has an awesome arc in Rebels which happens chronologically after the events of this show and I say they give the character redemption there so you can see the outcome from a mile away. Continuity wise there are a few problems too: The knowledge that Darth Vader was Anakin Skywalker is a huge secret only a few know and anyone who talks about it will die swiftly. He even killed his own squad when a fugitive Jedi spoiled this to them if I remember correctly. Also a certain Imperial base that is majorly important has no defense mechanisms. The general story feels often like doing check marks on a to do list. Insert Darth Vader here, a familiar character there, show the base from Fallen Order, tease this and that. When you look behind this attempt to bait nostalgia it is a weak show. Only episode 5 is anywhere near the quality you need and even it is sometimes silly and unbelievable. The final has some great moments that feel like Star Wars and I freely admit this. Then there are plot holes like my prime example: Entering a hugely protected secretive base without any reason to be there as subtle as a jack hammer (Making suspicious radio messages near other imperials), escaping while hundred of armed soldiers aim at you at an important base without defense weapons nor star fighters or changes of characters decisions because of a small dialogues that should not work (Roken helping Obi Wan). Also no one during the show notice Obi Wans face even when he is on the top wanted list and actively searched when he reappears or later that he hides a child under his imperial uniforms cloak and hundred of people fail to notice. Lets end this point here. I don't blame the actors for a weak script and misuse of the characters. I even enjoyed Reva especially after they get character development towards the end but they weaken her before with bad writing and predictability. I knew / predicted her backstory immediately. Also name something that defines her character outside her hate and obsession before the last 2 episodes. As example for the poor writing: Reva forgot that her light saber can open a blast door in seconds until it is needed storywise or that a dozen or more stormtroppers are in hearing distance when she talks to Obi Wan things that could harm her badly. This level of writing makes her look incompetent. Now imagine how her backstory and development would be handled by a more competed writer. She would be a fan and critic favorite. Maybe the show was too long in development struggles as it should be a movie, was rumored to be canceled and more. So I will not criticize anything further in this regard. Then there are moronic decisions by the characters like being unable to use the Imperial resources when necessary (reinforcement, ships, surveillance etc.), no one figures out guarding a dangerous prisoner with just 4 stormtroopers is moronic or sending an undecoded message that contains all information to be crucified if it gets in the wrong hands. Then there are the abrupt character competences changes like Obi Wan not being able to use the force without reasons (other than the script) but later going one man (Jedi) army. Darth Vader is later also affected by this and forgets he has his ship in orbit. The special effects are good as expected as are the fights (except an early one which breaks Obi Wan). Overall this was a disappointment and is not recommend for fans of Star Wars. Mandalorian shows how to do Star Wars right and outclasses this show on any level. The warning signs were there as they fired the “If you dislike this you are xxx” (Insert racist, misogynist or others) even before the first episode started.… Expand
  38. MattchewHawk
    Sep 5, 2022
    6
    This was a sure fire hit for Disney. The fans had been asking for more Obi-Wan in the years between The Prequels and the Original Trilogy. We wanted to know what he had been doing in that lost time.
    Unfortunately it doesn't seem to have been handled very well. Ewan Mcgreggor seems to have forgotten how to Obi-Wan, delivering a dry and serious performance, Moses Ingrams 2 dimensional    This was a sure fire hit for Disney. The fans had been asking for more Obi-Wan in the years between The Prequels and the Original Trilogy. We wanted to know what he had been doing in that lost time.
    Unfortunately it doesn't seem to have been handled very well. Ewan Mcgreggor seems to have forgotten how to Obi-Wan, delivering a dry and serious performance, Moses Ingrams 2 dimensional character was just terrible with no depth and badly acted, weird things like why the main characters couldn't just walk around something, to the show creating problems for itself with Leia and Obi-Wan apparently knowing him and then not even caring about his death in the original movies. And when was he able to control that much force?

    But there were positives. It was great to see Hayden Christianson return as Vader, and seeing more vader in general is always a good thing. The Leia actress was also great, although she seemed very young for 10. I also enjoyed more background on the Lars family.

    I think with a second season it could answer a few of these questions and raise the bar a little. But this wasn't a great first season. I keep my fingers firmly crossed for more as I would like this to be a success.    … Expand
  39. Catabolize
    Jun 22, 2022
    5
    Mediocre attempt that does not warrant its existence. Some interesting scenes but bad writing brings this show down hard.
  40. AlexHayden
    Jun 3, 2022
    3
    Ewan is still fantastic in this role. All of the actors are fairly good, doing what they can with what they’re given. The story and scene construction is very poor. Fortunately, the show is the type of bad that lends itself to memes. I can’t really recommend this show, but I have somewhat enjoyed its constant, unintentional stupidity. Not totally worthless, but it’s always sad to see aEwan is still fantastic in this role. All of the actors are fairly good, doing what they can with what they’re given. The story and scene construction is very poor. Fortunately, the show is the type of bad that lends itself to memes. I can’t really recommend this show, but I have somewhat enjoyed its constant, unintentional stupidity. Not totally worthless, but it’s always sad to see a budget this big wasted on something so lazy.… Expand
  41. Dracoshi
    Jun 22, 2023
    3
    It's not often a show's writing is so mediocre that it ruins the show for me. But this was sadly one of those occasions. The writing and narrative unfortunately was a mess, with characters being forced to act stupid for the sake of the plot. It felt totally out of character for Obi Wan, Vader, etc. to act in some of the ways they did in this series. It really felt like any time anyIt's not often a show's writing is so mediocre that it ruins the show for me. But this was sadly one of those occasions. The writing and narrative unfortunately was a mess, with characters being forced to act stupid for the sake of the plot. It felt totally out of character for Obi Wan, Vader, etc. to act in some of the ways they did in this series. It really felt like any time any character did anything, I had to sit there and question why on earth they'd do that. And that doesn't make for a fun watch. The cinematography, production and choreography was lazy, and the show dragged like crazy. It's a huge shame because I was so excited for this series, I really did want to love it, as a huge Star Wars fan. But this series was just disappointment after disappointment. Except for Ewan and Hayden; their acting was awesome, as always!… Expand
  42. Grendizer
    Jun 8, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good enough. Ewan is doing a fantastic job. So much emotion at the end of episode 2. Really sold it.

    Chases scenes feel off again, same as in BoBF with the scooters. Leia running away and adults seem to purposefully stop or change route to not get to her. Doesn't seem that they toy with her. Reva parkouring on the roofs without getting anywhere or giving us any new information is also a weird choice. Scene was also too long. In my opinion it doesn't help the character. Not the fault of the actor, just weird choice leaving that in that way.

    Still hyped enough for the next episodes. Hope they get to the quality of the Mandalorian.

    Edit: down to 6 after episode 4. It gets worse. Quality, writing, acting, cgi. Let's hope for the last act.    … Expand
  43. Jaredc324
    Jul 14, 2022
    5
    Campy, cheesy. Unneeded. But fans needs something. I think it milks something out of Leia's and Obi-Wan's dynamic. And it felt like the unresolved issues between Obi and Anakin were resolved. but this wasn't needed. Disney going too far to add to their world, but I'm not really interested.
  44. ApacheHeli
    Mar 3, 2023
    2
    This spits on the character of Obi-wan, this show took the attention and put it on Reva, SHE SURVIVES GETTING STABBED BY A LIGHTSABER TWICE............ the show is shot like a fan film, the lightsaber combat is horrific, the budget was only 90 million, they rushed production, and the story not thought out whatsoever, Deborah Chow was clearly not ready to take up this kind ofThis spits on the character of Obi-wan, this show took the attention and put it on Reva, SHE SURVIVES GETTING STABBED BY A LIGHTSABER TWICE............ the show is shot like a fan film, the lightsaber combat is horrific, the budget was only 90 million, they rushed production, and the story not thought out whatsoever, Deborah Chow was clearly not ready to take up this kind of responsibility. If anyone should've done this show it was Dave filoni, the dude who understands these characters better than anyone at modern day lucasfilm.… Expand
  45. V0X_Populi
    Jul 15, 2022
    1
    Единственное что хорошо в этом сериале это Оби Вае и Вейдер. Остальное глупый и нелогичный сериальчик
  46. Consistus
    Jun 7, 2022
    6
    The thing about Kenobi is I can't see it for what it is other than a vehicle for future Star Wars productions. I see more kids than before and I think that Disney is warming us up for their upcoming Skeleton Crew kids movie. Star Wars = money, tt's a franchise with a capital F. And that entails fewer risks and just more of the same. As well as a big prep-up for future productions. The 6 isThe thing about Kenobi is I can't see it for what it is other than a vehicle for future Star Wars productions. I see more kids than before and I think that Disney is warming us up for their upcoming Skeleton Crew kids movie. Star Wars = money, tt's a franchise with a capital F. And that entails fewer risks and just more of the same. As well as a big prep-up for future productions. The 6 is for production value.… Expand
  47. omeribiis
    May 27, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The only good thing about the show was the scenes where it showed old movies.… Expand
  48. geewah
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    A fine addition to the Star Wars canon. While there are a few minor flaws and plot holes, it doesn't really take away from is a well written, character driven series.
  49. Askeel
    Jul 28, 2022
    8
    The first chapters start off a little weak, but the ending is spectacular!.
  50. TheEternalNoob
    Nov 8, 2022
    0
    So let me get this straight. A 10 year old gets kidnapped and taken off of her planet and she tells her captors that she isnt scared of them. Right. So believable. And worse still, apparently this 10 year old is smarter than Obi Wan Kenobi. What a stupid show. Shame on the stupid morons who made this joke of a show.
  51. tilt0wait
    Jun 27, 2022
    7
    Meh. It's not horrible, but not engaging either 3 episodes in. But you know what irks me most? Is the new Kenobi theme by John Williams a rip off of the theme for Attack of the Killer Tomatoes???

    Update: It ended a lot better than it started. I bumped this up from a 5 three episodes in to a 7 after all six episodes. Haja was the break out character of the series. Reva ended much    Meh. It's not horrible, but not engaging either 3 episodes in. But you know what irks me most? Is the new Kenobi theme by John Williams a rip off of the theme for Attack of the Killer Tomatoes???

    Update: It ended a lot better than it started. I bumped this up from a 5 three episodes in to a 7 after all six episodes. Haja was the break out character of the series. Reva ended much better than she started. HC managed to salvage Anakin from prequel series stumbles. But EMG proves he's made the part his own. And I still think Attack of the Killer Tomatoes every time I hear the new theme.    … Expand
  52. 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
  53. Jacobdecker33
    Jun 6, 2022
    5
    I am two episodes in and finding it a little more difficult to stay interested than in the previous star wars series. Growing up on the prequels, Obi-Wan was always my favorite character; in this outing, I feel he isn't being used to his full potential. I can see where it could pick up in the excitement but right now, it's not doing it for me. I hope to update this review later with aI am two episodes in and finding it a little more difficult to stay interested than in the previous star wars series. Growing up on the prequels, Obi-Wan was always my favorite character; in this outing, I feel he isn't being used to his full potential. I can see where it could pick up in the excitement but right now, it's not doing it for me. I hope to update this review later with a better score if things change.… Expand
  54. Pikapalooza
    Jun 7, 2022
    6
    What can I say about this show...

    General Kenobi was one of my favorite characters ever. And then they changed his character to parallel Luke in TLJ. I get it, he's upset the Jedi were beaten. But this is sloppy/lazy writing and mediocre CGI. The inquisitors don't inspire dread or intimidation, just brash jerks. The chase of little leia is laughable at best and it throws off the    What can I say about this show...

    General Kenobi was one of my favorite characters ever. And then they changed his character to parallel Luke in TLJ. I get it, he's upset the Jedi were beaten. But this is sloppy/lazy writing and mediocre CGI. The inquisitors don't inspire dread or intimidation, just brash jerks. The chase of little leia is laughable at best and it throws off the whole canon of star wars a bit. There's more I don't want to pour into for spoilers, but they should have used Trilla from Fallen Order. She was an already established character that had gravitas. Prove me wrong disney...there's 3 episodes to go. But something tells me I already know how this series ends and I'll watch it once and never again. Pro: they got JEJ and Ewan to come back, lightsabers, cute little droid
    con: lazy writing, lazy chase scenes, bad dialogue, laughable, non threatening villains, bad CGI    … Expand
  55. Crownmont
    Jun 9, 2022
    5
    Wanted to like, but it comes off as a cheap(!) tv series from the 90s in the writing alone. The actors are all good, but young Leia is a bit too young to be 10 (appearance and speech). Talk to a 10 year old and see for yourself. She is however as good an actor as you can be for such a young child, I feel. Ewan is grand, as ever, and I rather though not superbly written, the antagonist (notWanted to like, but it comes off as a cheap(!) tv series from the 90s in the writing alone. The actors are all good, but young Leia is a bit too young to be 10 (appearance and speech). Talk to a 10 year old and see for yourself. She is however as good an actor as you can be for such a young child, I feel. Ewan is grand, as ever, and I rather though not superbly written, the antagonist (not Vader) also does a good job in my opinion. They could have done this a lot more solid. As it is, it feels like they surf SW popularity and churn out whatever springs to mind.… Expand
  56. Abrielle
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Why are people so mad about this movie? It’s so good? Like it’s a Star Wars show, most of the movies weren’t even cinematically great to begin with, they were fun. And now we have one with solid dialogue, plot, and amazing lighting direction with a villain that isn’t some cookie cutter bad guy.
  57. DolphinReviews
    Jul 22, 2022
    4
    Obi-Wan is a painfully mediocre series. It exits and that’s about all you can say.
  58. Okicritic
    Sep 21, 2022
    3
    Cringe dialogue, plot holes everywhere, and unlikable characters all make this a chore to watch. It had a few fun scenes, but they were few and far between.
  59. CarlElmore
    Jan 23, 2023
    7
    The technical aspects of this series weren't that great but the story was so good and all the performances were so good.
  60. Fixer84
    Mar 15, 2023
    8
    Season a bit mistreated, because it starts very well, but then it gets lost in gags and quotes, which to define forced or useless is an understatement. It's always nice to find Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars universe, especially in a time period like that of imperial hegemony but the real question is: what was this show for? Still remains good.
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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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