Wu Assassins

Wu Assassins is an American action-drama television series that has no direct connection to the Star Wars universe. Created by John Wirth and Tony Krantz, the series made its debut on Netflix in August 2019. Set in San Francisco's Chinatown, the story revolves around a martial arts chef named Kai Jin, portrayed by Indonesian actor and martial artist Iko Uwais, who becomes entangled in the Chinese Triad's pursuit of deadly ancient powers known as the "Wu Xing."

The show centers around Kai Jin, who discovers he is the latest and last Wu Assassin, chosen to protect the world from the destructive power of the Wu Xing. This ancient power is represented by five elemental forces: earth, wood, water, metal, and fire. The five different Triad leaders possess these elemental powers, called Wu Warlords, and Kai's task is to eliminate them to prevent the world from plunging into chaos.

Throughout his journey, Kai must rely on his superb martial arts skills, the guidance of the previous Wu Assassin's spirit named Ying Ying (Celia Au), and the assistance of his friends. This team includes undercover cop Christine "CG" Gavin (Katheryn Winnick), mechanic Lu Xin Lee (Lewis Tan), and siblings Tommy Wah (Lawrence Kao) and Jenny Wah (Li Jun Li), who own a local restaurant.

In addition to its martial arts action and crime drama elements, Wu Assassins delves into supernatural territory. Kai is bestowed the mystical power of "The Thousand Monks," allowing him to draw on the combat expertise of these ancient warriors. This supernatural gift also grants him the ability to change his appearance, providing a cover as he embarks on his mission to eliminate the Wu Warlords.

The series has received generally positive reviews from viewers and critics alike, with particular praise directed toward its well-choreographed fight scenes and diverse cast. Although Netflix has not officially renewed the show for a second season, fans of the series remain hopeful for its continuation.

While Wu Assassins is not part of the Star Wars universe, fans of both franchises can appreciate their shared appreciation for martial arts and the use of supernatural abilities. Additionally, Lewis Tan, who plays Lu Xin Lee in Wu Assassins, auditioned for the role of Cal Kestis in the Star Wars game "Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order," although the part went to Cameron Monaghan.

In sum, Wu Assassins is an action-packed martial arts drama that combines crime and supernatural elements to create a unique and entertaining series. While not directly associated with Star Wars, fans of both franchises can appreciate their thematic similarities with a focus on mysticism, supernatural abilities, and the fight between good and evil.