Though the early reviews for “Ahsoka,” covering just the first two episodes made available to the press, point out a number of flaws, they’re generally quite complimentary of Dave Filoni’s new live-action show. “‘Ahsoka’ has two qualities lacking from much recent ‘Star Wars’ output,” Ed Power of the Daily Telegraph wrote in his four-star review: “A solid story and an imaginative visual twist on George Lucas’s universe.” Dan Jolin of Empire Magazine echoed the praise, writing, “Fans of ‘Clone Wars’ and ‘Rebels’ will appreciate this live-action continuation of Dave Filoni’s saga, while newcomers should dig its promise of a different kind of Force clash.”
Other critics were a bit more reserved in their compliments. “‘Ahsoka’ [has] a fresh feel,” Bob Strauss of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote. “It would be fresher, though, if ‘Star Wars’ could just find new themes to explore, and do so in ways that don’t require so much standing around talking.” Nick Schager of The Daily Beast praised the show but critiqued the barrier to entry, writing, “No matter how hard it strives for widespread accessibility, it’s a sequel that will be of primary interest to established fans.”
