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gaeragooJun 5, 2022

Poor directing. It is made by amateurs. As a Star Wars fan, I was looking forward to it, but it's very disappointing.

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AlphaModsJun 3, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am rating it this low not due to the visuals, which are amazing, or the acting, which has been superb, but due to the lack of consistency with itself and the rest of the star wars universe. "When I last left you I was but a learner, now I am the master". This line was acted as if it didn't exist, which is not how I was hoping this series would go at all.
I've come to expect it from disney, but I was hoping this would be different. It had so much potential.… Expand

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JazGalaxyJun 4, 2022

I'm astonished by the good reviews of this mess. It's like when animation has such a low frame rate that it doesn't mesh into an illusion. The utter failure of directing in this show is a new low point for Star Wars on a purely technicalI'm astonished by the good reviews of this mess. It's like when animation has such a low frame rate that it doesn't mesh into an illusion. The utter failure of directing in this show is a new low point for Star Wars on a purely technical level. There is a scene where the Third Sister is chasing Obiwan across rooftops and the action is such a mess that I literally don't understand what is supposed to be physically happening. The Sister is being yanked around by invisible cables while flailing around and faking "parkour" as she bounced from wall to wall. It's laugh out loud embarrassing. The story indulges the bad habit of writing children to be "precocious" to disguise the fact that the writers cannot write age-appropriate lines.

This is an absolutely galling mess. It's baffling on a level similar to Solo. It's existence, even after the stellar Mandalorian and Boba Felt shows , makes a clear argument that someone at Disney simply doesn't know what to do with Star Wars and doesn't even seem to want to find out.… Expand

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NamatoJun 3, 2022

Bad writting, bad edition, bad script, bad acting... everything feels rushed and confusing,theres people teleporting, people who cant run, people doing stupid things.. just for how its done, its way worse than mandalorian or even fett.

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lemondedutigreJun 4, 2022

I actually created this account just to review Obi-Wan. Full disclaimer, I only watched the first episode. I’ll also say that I did not appreciate episode 7-9. I loved The Mandalorian Season 1 but not the second one. I did not care for BobaI actually created this account just to review Obi-Wan. Full disclaimer, I only watched the first episode. I’ll also say that I did not appreciate episode 7-9. I loved The Mandalorian Season 1 but not the second one. I did not care for Boba Fett, did not watch it. Anyway. Even though I didn't like the prequel trilogy, I always liked Ewan Megregor and was curious about this series.

But like I said, I did not go beyond episode one.
Ewan Megregor does a fine job but the rest of the series….

The biggest problem for me was the music. Star Wars and John Williams music goes hand in hand. This show uses super cheap and bland music. That doesn't work well

The camera work is just ok, pretty much like every DIsney Star Wars series so far. I won't get too much into the scenario, but it’s not good, like at all. The first episode has a small child outrunning assassins. It looks dumb. It feels like a kid show. Anyway, like I said, It’s not a detailed review, but this show is not great.… Expand

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heAd3rJun 2, 2022

I really wanted this to be a masterpiece. What we got so far (3 Episodes in) was mediocre at best. I don't want to give out red numbers like some do because obviously the show does things right. The overall atmoshpere of the scenes is onI really wanted this to be a masterpiece. What we got so far (3 Episodes in) was mediocre at best. I don't want to give out red numbers like some do because obviously the show does things right. The overall atmoshpere of the scenes is on point. Allmost everything looks very well put together. Be it the customes, the sets or the overall authenticity. However the dialog, the story, the music and the overall acceptance of lore and logic doesnt add up.… Expand

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DarthPotateJun 4, 2022

A good exploration thus far of a character who has had quite a lot happen to him. A refreshingly human look at Obi-Wan Kenobi, a man who fought a war he didn't want, lost damn near everything he held dear, and dealing with the ramificationsA good exploration thus far of a character who has had quite a lot happen to him. A refreshingly human look at Obi-Wan Kenobi, a man who fought a war he didn't want, lost damn near everything he held dear, and dealing with the ramifications of a galaxy where the Empire has a tight reign.… Expand

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NAMESISREVJun 12, 2022

Positive: Obi-Wan, Vader and some pretty good scenes of the two. Unfortunately, that's about it, because I did not find that numerous plot and logic errors, the lack of really new ideas and the imposition of new characters at the expense ofPositive: Obi-Wan, Vader and some pretty good scenes of the two. Unfortunately, that's about it, because I did not find that numerous plot and logic errors, the lack of really new ideas and the imposition of new characters at the expense of the established ones very worth seeing. Unfortunately, this series contributes to the fact that I lose my appetite for more of this franchise.… Expand

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DMitchMay 28, 2022

Where to begin… the Star Wars fatigue is strong with this one. In terms of subject matter, the show is really a non-starter, since there can be little tension when we know that the main characters, like Ben and Uncle Owen, will thrive atWhere to begin… the Star Wars fatigue is strong with this one. In terms of subject matter, the show is really a non-starter, since there can be little tension when we know that the main characters, like Ben and Uncle Owen, will thrive at least up to 1977 (“Episode IV: A New Hope”). Can someone at Disney please explain to us how Deborah Chow qualifies for the position of showrunner? The quality of the scriptwriting is so abysmal that one wonders if the writers have ever actually watched any science fiction. With regard to the acting, the performances by Ewan McGregor and Joel Edgerton are consummate as we have come to expect. As for the rest, it appears that Disney has earmarked the greater share of the show’s budget for effects. — The Third Sister is about as threatening as a sock puppet with a frowny face. Yelling and acting out emotionally — well as emotional as one can squeeze from an otherwise wooden performance — is neither intimidating nor threatening: “sticks and stones, ya sithy!” — Leia is a reminder that force-feeding or “force projecting” (?; looking at you Mr. Johnson) adult lines to child is still wholly unconvincing and makes it really difficult for one to suspend their disbelief. The script writers seem to think that most adults will find a pedantic, smart aleck child to be cute. At this rate, we might as well extend the vote to ten-year-olds. The show’s visual effects are fairly good. Unfortunately, they are often used as a crutch to fill out the runtime. Star Wars has become a tired franchise of late. The special effects are exceptional, but the stories (barring perhaps Mando) are sorely lacking in originality and, for this reviewer, engagement. In sum, little shine and no substance best encapsulates Disney’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. There is a small chance that the show may yet improve, but it’s not looking good. As for the “fan-boys” giving this contrived, poorly executed mess a 10/10, I think it apropos to remind them of Obi-Wan’s famous words: “Who is more foolish, the fool or the fool who follows?”… Expand

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DERPmaster7May 27, 2022

So far it's mediocre at best honestly. Lots of bad acting and cheesy moments.

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brohugMay 28, 2022

A third of the way in and likely not enough runway to save this thing. Vivien Lyra Blair's 12 inch legs are apparently faster than those of grown villains. A public hanging of a captured Jedi is it turns out not really a hanging at all. OfA third of the way in and likely not enough runway to save this thing. Vivien Lyra Blair's 12 inch legs are apparently faster than those of grown villains. A public hanging of a captured Jedi is it turns out not really a hanging at all. Of course it isn't; that might offend parents or frighten little children. The long slow destruction of this franchise continues and unless you have Favreau (Mandalorian) at the helm you're gonna have a bad time.… Expand

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KyberManMay 31, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So far after two episodes, this isn't that great. Acting seems very off and cheesy at times. Some of the writing makes zero sense. Like the Grand Inquisitor would not have allowed himself to be killed by a disobedient subordinate (I know he's not actually dead). And it doesn't seem like it's about Obi-Wan at all as it is about Reva it seems. My favorite parts were with Leia, even though some of those moments were beyond cheesy. Overall, hoping next four episodes are better.… Expand

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bumble_beeMay 29, 2022

And let's do with your favorite Star Wars character - Obi Wan Kenobi, the same thing that we did with Luke Skywalker - after all, all the viewers were absolutely delighted with it
And it is noteworthy that against his background there shouldAnd let's do with your favorite Star Wars character - Obi Wan Kenobi, the same thing that we did with Luke Skywalker - after all, all the viewers were absolutely delighted with it
And it is noteworthy that against his background there should be a female character who surpasses him in all respects as much as possible and whose behavior will be very annoying… Expand

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MagikMiceMay 27, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like some parts of the aesthetic in episodes 2 and 3. The arc has sentiment. A lot of what is in here could've been apart of the prequels. This is a decent extension to that lore for the fans. Which is what this is meant for. There are better, less nostalgia-driven stories they could've told in this series. The emphasis between Obi-Wan and Vader has intrigue as a fan myself. I particularly enjoyed the flashback duel between them. The other clashes between them in episodes 3 and 6 didn't do a lot for me.

I like the concept of Vader wanting to torture Ben instead of abruptly defeating him. I like the idea of Reva as a youngling who became conflicted. I like the idea of Leia being captured, incentivizing Obi-Wan to leave and go on a wild adventure. I don't like how the story was directed and filmed. Many of the key moments dramatic or extravagant feel tacky. As if this was in the hands of fanboys, not true filmmakers. Disney's Star Wars content has been pandering since 2019. From Episode 9 to this, nothing has really connected with me. Everything before 2019 from Disney Star Wars I actually like more.

Enjoy this if you're a hardcore fan hungry for more. Objectively, it feels made for fans and not with much creative integrity or theatricality. Vader's presence lacking that fear element is an example of how the direction missed the ball on this one. Not my cup of tea, but I can see the appeal.… Expand

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ThOneCleanHippyFeb 27, 2023

I am a huge Star Wars fan. But the storytelling has always been a weak point in the franchise. The closer the stories are to anyone named Skywalker, the weaker the writing. And boy does Obi-Wan fall into that. There are plot holes you couldI am a huge Star Wars fan. But the storytelling has always been a weak point in the franchise. The closer the stories are to anyone named Skywalker, the weaker the writing. And boy does Obi-Wan fall into that. There are plot holes you could fly an X-wing through. And the villains are all just silly and boring. You can see the reveals coming a mile away. Ewan McGregor does a solid job but the script is terrible. Very little of it makes any sense and the characters besides Obi-Wan just aren't interesting at all. And despite this show costing almost $100 million to make, somehow it feels cheap. The directing is bad too. It is still better than some of the atrocities of the prequel or sequel trilogies, but that is not saying much. Thank god we have Andor and The Mandalorian or else I might have to give up on being a Star Wars fan.… Expand

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BerfeitoAug 22, 2022

Probably like many other Star Wars fans, I watched it because it was about Obi-Wan. A series about a fan favorite is, however, not enough to please. The script needs to be good, which is not the case for this series. It is unfortunately oneProbably like many other Star Wars fans, I watched it because it was about Obi-Wan. A series about a fan favorite is, however, not enough to please. The script needs to be good, which is not the case for this series. It is unfortunately one more disappointment.… Expand

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DariusTowersSep 5, 2022

Una serie con problemas desde que salió, en la que Disney trata mal a sus fans y en la que sus fans son irrespetuosos para con los actores(por los mensajes de discriminación a la actriz Moses Ingram, que no eran todos de discriminación,Una serie con problemas desde que salió, en la que Disney trata mal a sus fans y en la que sus fans son irrespetuosos para con los actores(por los mensajes de discriminación a la actriz Moses Ingram, que no eran todos de discriminación, algunos decían que simplemente no actuaba bien).

El punto central de la cuestión, es que hoy en día en muchas sociedades hay libertad de expresión, lo que permite que puedas dar tu libre opinión, pero, poder decir lo que pensás con libertad, no significa que siempre debas hacerlo. Eso es lo que está haciendo últimamente Disney con los fans y los fans con Disney, una incesante carrera en la que ambos se viven molestando. Pero Disney parece que olvidó algo importante y eso es que al final del día, los fans son lo más importante, porque son los que deciden si tu producto fue bueno o malo, independientemente de la crítica.

Como dije en el título, en la serie cambiabas el nombre de Kenobi por la de algún otro Jedi random y era lo mismo, obviamente ajustando unas pequeñas cosas, pero era básicamente lo mismo. Creo que de esta manera los fans hubiesen sido menos duros con una serie(aunque la misma no dejaría de ser floja en otras cuestiones).

Hay agujeros en la trama, personajes innecesarios, problemas con algunos efectos especiales, malas actuaciones y un Kenobi que durante los primeros casi cinco episodios da lástima(Lo mejor a mi parecer es Indira) No voy a entrar en detalles debido a que no quiero poner spoilers, porque la serie la tienen que ver y juzgar ustedes mismos. Pero recomiendo que la vean como si fueran nuevos en el mundo de star wars, si no no la vas a disfrutar demasiado. A mi en particular me pareció meh, nada del otro mundo, una serie que no aporta nada, como muchas de las últimas cosas del mundo de star wars… Expand

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paul-the-firstSep 8, 2022

boring.......I don't even finish to see the whole season. I don't like it really

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SomeGamer1247Nov 15, 2022

The Characters Are Bad .The Plot Is Meh. The CGI Is A Bit Wanky. The Act Could Have Bern Better. The Unlike A Lot Of Bad Shows The Ending Is Pretty Good. I Would Recommend. It’s Bad But Some Parts Are Pretty Good (All The Parts With Darth Vader)

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Mortimer992Jun 6, 2022

"You were the chosen one!”

I watched every Star Wars thing there is to watch from the Christmas special to car commercials and I must say I expected more. Now after watching the first half I see many details that break the immersion of the"You were the chosen one!”

I watched every Star Wars thing there is to watch from the Christmas special to car commercials and I must say I expected more. Now after watching the first half I see many details that break the immersion of the series and seem artificial. It's really sad to see so many good opportunities being destroyed by Disney.. I'm sorry it's the truth and I won't pay any longer for it.

Nevertheless, I'm going to continue watching it. But like old times Arrr....… Expand

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qntrikeJun 5, 2022

it really is just mid. nothing new, nothing experimental, just an attempt to latch onto when star wars were good.

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bjmetacriticJun 9, 2022

The main problem with this show is the writing. Every episode contains numerous plot and character inconsistencies which are sometimes unintentionally comical, but more often frustrating. Characters seemingly teleport, inexplicably knowThe main problem with this show is the writing. Every episode contains numerous plot and character inconsistencies which are sometimes unintentionally comical, but more often frustrating. Characters seemingly teleport, inexplicably know things, and go through radical changes in temperament and competence in short spans of time. Moreover, a lot of the showtime feels like filler, which could have been used instead for setups and explanations to tackle these plot holes. Many people have complained about the acting, but it's hard to blame the actors given the material they had to work with. Overall, the pretty window-dressing of special effects and nostalgia was not enough to distract me from the cringeworthy writing.… Expand

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CriticalJeffJun 18, 2022

The plot convenience is strong with this one. Cavalcade of poor writing decisions. The characters are just all over the place. One moment Obi wan is a washed up loser who can barely swing a lightsaber, then he's casually deflecting bolts fromThe plot convenience is strong with this one. Cavalcade of poor writing decisions. The characters are just all over the place. One moment Obi wan is a washed up loser who can barely swing a lightsaber, then he's casually deflecting bolts from a dozen stormtroopers, then he's back to making boneheaded decisions so the plot can move forward. They also just failed to make Reva an interesting, believable character and she gets way too much focus. In the hands of quality writers this show could have something great.… Expand

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CalvinCrackJun 8, 2022

There is a much better Obi-Wan series that could have existed so it is disappointing this is the one we got. This is like a 4/10. I would have been happy with anything 7/10 or better. Main issue is the direction. I’ve seen so-so storiesThere is a much better Obi-Wan series that could have existed so it is disappointing this is the one we got. This is like a 4/10. I would have been happy with anything 7/10 or better. Main issue is the direction. I’ve seen so-so stories well told; I’ll actually submit a contemporary hit as an example: Top Gun 2. But this is a weak story poorly told. It just falls flat. The details and character development are whisper thin. Character motivations turn on a dime and it often happens all over the course of one short scene. This isn’t network TV, they can make these episodes 50 minutes long with lots of details if they want, but they are more interested in rushing us from scene to scene. It’s a bad story … quickly told…. Like notes on a napkin. It feels like a first draft in need of polish to elevate the material into something artistic. I am completely unmoved by the story, which is the worst thing you can say about a story. I’m a life long Star Wars fan like many, and have put up with so many subpar entries by now that it’s never surprising to get a new one but it’s never not disappointing that the right people can’t get paired up with this material to give it the life it deserves. Watching this show makes me long for the rumored underworld series Lucas had commissioned scripts for before he sold Star Wars to Disney.… Expand

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dangitbobby649Jun 6, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The acting is very 'cringey' particular from the dark side squad. The running scene in the first episode was laughable / memable. Really tired of the effort put into making a show 'woke' rather than great content and good acting. Kumail Nanjiani saved the acting in episode 2, but besides him and Obi-wan it's pretty terrible. Also, when did the inquisitor become 'Dark Knight'? Not to mention the dumb flips and rolls that are completely unnecessary...… Expand

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ValBalJun 22, 2022

Show has its moments and both Ewan and Hayden are doing their best but the writing is extremely lazy resulting in idiotic and absolutely cringe scenes that not only lack logic but also look cheap.

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LordGanonJun 9, 2022

Metacritc or Disney has deletet my Review for the first 2 Episodes and others too, because of a fair evaluation of the series. Because of that i will lower my verdict for the series to protest. The real Verdict of the Series:
Episode 1Metacritc or Disney has deletet my Review for the first 2 Episodes and others too, because of a fair evaluation of the series. Because of that i will lower my verdict for the series to protest. The real Verdict of the Series:
Episode 1 6,5/10
Episode 2 5,5/10
Episode 3 8/10
Episode 4 4/10
Episode 5 Not released Episode 6 Not released… Expand

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Sin133Jun 6, 2022

Very bad writing, huge logic errors. Poor characters. Obi wan is a different character than Obi wan

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tuxpingviiniJun 14, 2022

disposable entertainment. i had higher expectations for this. disney are wasting the star wars ip.

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urezJun 20, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is really poor and i must say very disappointing.

I mean what the f was that lightsaber 'fight' in ep 3?
A Vader just stop because of a few flames?

And what's up with Obi-wan so broken? The show really could have been called Princess Leia.… Expand

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HiDef-JulesJun 9, 2022

Disappointing writing and some average performances. The return of Kenobi and Vader should have been far more compelling than this.

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Japs67Jun 15, 2022

Very childish series and full of script errors. Lost the essence of Star Wars.

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marstoearthJun 18, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't see how the scores on Metacritic are averaging a 7 and up. The only episode that holds any meat up till now is episode 5. The rest has been boring and poorly directed. With terrible logistical decisions that will scratch anyones head. Like Leia outrunning 3 smugglers on snail pace (One smuggler is actually stopped because of a branch in her path). Or Obi Wan being able to escape because of a small fire that you could easily walk around. It tells me a lot about Disney. How out of touch they are they did not go big budget on this one. The only reason I can imagine as to why they made this a series instead of a movie is to have people be subscribed for at least 2 months to Disney+. They could've done so much more with this it's truly saddening. The empire is ruling. Obi wan is on the run. A fugitive. Could get caught at any moment. At no point in the series do you really sense any dread from Obi wan. There is no character study that goes deep into who obi wan is in this new day and age. He's not really a Jedi anymore. He should suffer from things like anxiety. Things probably new to him. The series never challenges itself. I'd imagine someone that lost everything would be remembering how things used to be. Or reminisce about the good old days. Like the old man he now is. None of that. Well a tiny bit. But it never feels authentic. Instead they shoehorn in an inquisitor with her own agenda. Which in itself could potentially be an interesting ark and worth a series on it's own. But the way the inquisitors are presented here, it's not very menacing. People should be terrified. They never feel dangerous. That and the catch me if you can theme with Leia... It all detracts from Obi Wan. There's a lot more things that feel off. Like no de-aging on Anakin while he is portrayed as a Padawan. Unbelievable escapes or confrontations with Storm Troopers. That actually look at obi wan and Leia and just ask some simple questions. How is the entire empire not up to date on a fugitive old man with a young girl? I hope for everyone including myself that the final episode will make it all worth it. But it will never get rid of the bad taste that the first few episodes have left.… Expand

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lghulmJun 10, 2022

Very much 2020's Disney. Characters as you'd expect them - two dimensional. Good guys always win by the utter incompetence of their opposition. Good vs evil as absolute caricatures. Star Wars written by 8 year olds, for 3 year olds.

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ThwompthingJun 22, 2022

Feels like some cheaply made fanfare stuff. Writing is terrible, and some characters are pretty bad (Leia in particular). This doesn't even feel like Star Wars that we all grew up with. Disney has butchered the franchise to almost beyondFeels like some cheaply made fanfare stuff. Writing is terrible, and some characters are pretty bad (Leia in particular). This doesn't even feel like Star Wars that we all grew up with. Disney has butchered the franchise to almost beyond recognition. Can't believe anyone who would give this a 10 has any kind of standards or knowledge when it comes to making a Star Wars spinoff, or shows in general. This is poorly made.

The only reason it deserves even a 4 and not a 1, is because it has Ewan and Hayden and Jimmy back from Episodes 1, 2 and 3, as well as James's voice as Vader.… Expand

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WhostrJun 22, 2022

Its was kind of slopply made and in the end didn't add anything too great. If this inbetween story "needed" to be made, it would have probably benefited being condensed into a movie with a higher budget.

But as it is, it really can only beIts was kind of slopply made and in the end didn't add anything too great. If this inbetween story "needed" to be made, it would have probably benefited being condensed into a movie with a higher budget.

But as it is, it really can only be enjoyed with rose tinted glasses and nostalgia.… Expand

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AlcoholicGoatJun 27, 2022

This really saddens me. Why did Disney put no effort into this show? The budget is apparent in the vfx, cinematography, music, script, and it pains me to write these things because Hayden and Ewan are firing on all cylinders. They don't skipThis really saddens me. Why did Disney put no effort into this show? The budget is apparent in the vfx, cinematography, music, script, and it pains me to write these things because Hayden and Ewan are firing on all cylinders. They don't skip a beat. The moments of perfection are constantly undercut. Whatever Disney does next, treat Ewan and Hayden better and write better material for them.… Expand

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Ravil313Jun 10, 2022

Средний сериальчик, хуже чем Мандалорец. Картинка красивая конечно, локации приятно смотреть, но на этом все. Персонажи слабоватые, пытаются вывезти на ностальгии, но это работает только первые 2 серии. Девушка - ситх вообще на ситха неСредний сериальчик, хуже чем Мандалорец. Картинка красивая конечно, локации приятно смотреть, но на этом все. Персонажи слабоватые, пытаются вывезти на ностальгии, но это работает только первые 2 серии. Девушка - ситх вообще на ситха не похожа, с такой ровной кожей и обычными глазами. Кругом одни клише: главные герои удачливые, умные и бессмертные, остальные все тупые и невнимательные, с 1% HP.… Expand

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SebFaerchJun 20, 2022

A below average show. Too many plotholes and woeful acting make it a very unenjoyable watch. The visuals, as with any modern star wars content, are one of only decent things about this show. I am also very glad to see Darth Vader beingA below average show. Too many plotholes and woeful acting make it a very unenjoyable watch. The visuals, as with any modern star wars content, are one of only decent things about this show. I am also very glad to see Darth Vader being portrayed as a fearsome and ruthless villain, like he was in Jedi: Fallen Order. Glad to see Ewan McGregor and Hayden back in the Star Wars universe, only wish it had been something more memorable.… Expand

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nvmb3rth30ryJun 11, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. More bald recycling of old SW plot tropes (ob1 rescues a kidnapped princess from the cruel fortress where she is being imprisoned and tortured... narrowly escaping Vader's grip only to mourn the sudden loss of a member of the rescue party and then to be secretly tracked?) and a general pantomime feel to the entire proceedings leaves me less than impressed. This Obi-Wan, like the star of last year's Boba Fett and Luke Skywalker in SW8, has had all of the blood and colour drained out of him. The continuity doesn't truly fit into the established story canon either, which is just lazy. My low rating would be closer to zero but for Ewan McGregor's performance which is great, and the show's production design which is - as expected - outstanding.… Expand

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Kai82Jun 22, 2022

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 homophobiaThe 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

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RocketNinjaB--DJun 22, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show is incredibly mediocre, they really dropped the ball, even though they were working with such talented actors and great characters, the writing just isn't compelling at all. I'd say the show overall has a single highlight, which is the inclusion of a flashback fight scene between Kenobi and Vader in episode 5 that mirrors the events happening in the present in that episode, everything else is just subpar.

Reva's arc is very uninteresting and nonsensical when you know her story (she's also written incredibly dumb and non-threatening at times), Kenobi's is not so bad, it's just re-learning how to become a Jedi, and Liam Neeson and Hayden Christensen are just wasted in this, they don't appear enough and their contribution is minimal.

Watch it once, you might get a kick out of the memes or the recognizable actors from the prequels that appear in it.… Expand

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MarkWarriorsJun 22, 2022

Sadly in the end we saw a poor story, that screw up a part of the canon storyline without a real/good reason. No real drama, no real tension, nothing. They really put together a super-fan-service-show that means nothing, without big emotionSadly in the end we saw a poor story, that screw up a part of the canon storyline without a real/good reason. No real drama, no real tension, nothing. They really put together a super-fan-service-show that means nothing, without big emotion if not the ones provided by see again well-known characters (fan-service as said) and that will never worth a complete rewatch. No morals, no real dilemma, rambling actions. There was so much potential, actors did their job, scenography were astonishing, cool shots, but they really did wasted it all with a very poor script.… Expand

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UndalissJun 24, 2022

Very underwhelming. Unbelievably bad script, boring dialogues, confusing editing. I have a hard time salvaging anything, other the McGregor's acting, still diminished by the bad writing. As a long time Star Wars fan, I hoped this to be at theVery underwhelming. Unbelievably bad script, boring dialogues, confusing editing. I have a hard time salvaging anything, other the McGregor's acting, still diminished by the bad writing. As a long time Star Wars fan, I hoped this to be at the same level as The Mandalorian, but was heavily disappointed. Forget it and go rewatch The Clone Wars instead.… Expand

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SpidgeonJun 11, 2022

I'm sorry but if you think this is a well written show you are an idiot. That's not an opinion, that's a fact. The forest chase scene was the worst pieces of TV I have seen in a very long time.

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FatzJimJun 9, 2022

The only thing positive about this show is it is pretty. It is so badly written and conflicts with the lore constantly that it is either intentionally bad or the people Disney hired have no clue what they are doing.

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cococrabJun 23, 2022

A dissapointingly mediocre feature series. Talented actors and a few great scenes can't justify overall sloppy plot, editing and filming.

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B3ckettJun 22, 2022

After going Weeeeeee when we see Ewan on the screen as Obi-Wan, all else jumps into the picture and makes it bleak.

Apart from the actress portraying Leia, who delivers, everything else is at most mediocre. The story is so simple and soAfter going Weeeeeee when we see Ewan on the screen as Obi-Wan, all else jumps into the picture and makes it bleak.

Apart from the actress portraying Leia, who delivers, everything else is at most mediocre.

The story is so simple and so easy to predict that it's just not fun at all. Yes, it's great to have both Obi-Wan and Vader on the screen at the same time, but the build-up, if you find any, just doesn't cut it.

The whole concept had some sense it in, but finally the show is just a rehash of what has already been done to the franchise many times earlier on.

Trying to piggyback on some of the iconic one-liners or Ewan & Hayden's presence is just not enough.

And the final episode makes one thing clear - whether this series existed or not, nothing really changes in our understanding or love for the the Skywalker saga or SW itself.… Expand