It’s no secret that fans have been dying to see Keanu in a Star Wars project. In fact, he has been the subject of countless Star Wars rumors over the last couple of years, with most reports suggesting he’s been tapped to play Darth Revan in an upcoming Disney+ project. While Lucasfilm hasn’t made anything official, it looks like Keanu’s arrival to a galaxy far, far away is upon us and it just might take place in The Acolyte.Comic Book Resources speculates Reeves’ potential involvement in the upcoming series, saying that a huge name like him would draw attention to the show featuring a mixture of new and lesser-known characters. The outlet adds that Keanu’s appearance and acting chops make him the most logical candidate to play Revan.Moreover, Carrie-Anne Moss’ entry to the show is seen as a dead hint that we might also be getting Keanu in the mix, seeing as they’ve collaborated on all The Matrix films. Interestingly, the actor has gone on record in the past that he’d love to be part of one of Disney’s major franchises.Also Read: The Mandalorian Creator Jon Favreau Reportedly Hires Keanu Reeves for Star Wars ProjectOf course, the ball is still in Lucasfilm’s court but I’m pretty sure Kathleen Kennedy has been keeping a close eye on Keanu. Now, whether or not he gets cast as Revan in The Acolyte remains to be seen but the production company has been all about fan service recently so the idea isn’t exactly too farfetched to believe.No official release date has been set for Star Wars: The Acolyte but it’s expected to drop on Disney+ sometime in 2023.
