Summary
- Andor season 2 is expected to be released in 2024, but it may be delayed due to the aftermath of the actors’ strike.
- The plot of Andor season 2 will focus on Cassian Andor becoming a crucial rebel agent and the challenges of building the Rebellion.
- Andor season 2 will likely feature the first meeting between Cassian and Mon Mothma, as well as explore Mothma’s efforts to stay hidden from the Emperor while building the Rebellion.
Andor season 2 is expected to release in 2024, although this may be delayed in the aftermath of the actors’ strike. Initially, Andor was intended to last five seasons, before being confirmed as two seasons leading into the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. With Andor season 1 featuring a few relatively self-contained story arcs before culminating in the finale, Andor season 2 is expected to more closely resemble Rogue One, both in terms of its titular character and the show’s timeline.
Lucasfilm had almost wrapped up filming of Andor season 2 when the writers’ and actors’ strikes forced production to shut down. There have only been a handful of clues about the second season’s plot, but they promise a continuation – and some unexpected wrinkles. Here’s everything known about Andor season 2 to date.
The Latest Andor Season 2 News
Filming on Andor season 2 is surely a priority for Lucasfilm
Andor season 2 has been confirmed, but news is sparse. Andor season 2 began filming in November 2022, but it was forced to shut down when it had just two weeks of filming left. It’s currently unclear when Andor will begin filming again, but it’s reasonable to assume this will be a priority for Lucasfilm. Given its proximity to Christmas, it’s possible filming will only restart in the new year. Lucasfilm is believed to have originally intended a 2024 release, and that should still be possible.
There have been a few teases about the plot of Andor season 2. Showrunner Tony Gilroy has confirmed that Andor season 2 will be split into four three-episode installments, each depicting a 12-month period that’s important to the development of the Rebel Alliance. The story will include Yavin 4, the jungle planet that served as base of operations for the Rebel Alliance in Rogue One and the first Star Wars movie, which makes sense as the show heads toward 0BBY in the Star Wars timeline. Meanwhile, Gilroy has strongly hinted Andor season 2 will finally introduce Cassian’s droid K-2SO, telling his origin story.
Andor Season 2 Has Been Confirmed
Cassian Andor’s full story will be told
It’s little surprise Andor was renewed, as both Star Wars fans and critics alike agree it’s arguably the best Star Wars Disney+ show so far. Andor season 2 was confirmed pretty early on in the game, along with the fact that it will be the final installment to the series. Since Andor season 2 leads directly into the events of Rogue One, Cassian’s story can be completed officially, thanks to the standalone Star Wars feature film.
Andor Season 2 Cast
The cast of Andor will return
The cast of Andor will return in season 2. This includes some unexpected returns, with hints even Andy Serkis’ Kino Loy will be back in action. Here are the main cast and characters expected in Andor season 2:
|
Andor actor |
Star Wars character |
|---|---|
|
Diego Luna |
Cassian Andor |
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Stellan Skarsgård |
Luthen Rael |
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Genevieve O’Reilly |
Mon Mothma |
|
Forest Whitaker |
Saw Gerrera |
|
Faye Marsay |
Vel |
|
Varada Sethu |
Cinta |
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Adria Arjona |
Bix Caleen |
|
Joplin Sibtain |
Brasso |
|
Kyle Soller |
Syril Karn |
|
Denise Gough |
Dedra Meero |
|
Andy Serkis |
Kino Loy |
Andor Season 2 Story Details
Andor season 2’s plot is still a mystery
In terms of Andor season 2’s story, the details are a little more scarce. That being said, some lingering plot points left over in the Andor season 1 finale hint at the plot of season 2, as can some wider knowledge of the Star Wars universe and the few comments Gilroy has made in regard to season 2. In terms of what Gilroy has mentioned, it is expected that Andor season 2 will feature the titular character learning how to become a leader, and just how difficult it is to build the Rebellion. Given how Andor season 1’s final scene saw Cassian finally embracing the Rebellion by joining Luthen, these comments from Gilroy make a lot of sense.
With Diego Luna’s Cassian now part of Stellan Skarsgård’s Luthen’s team, he will have firsthand experience of building the Rebel Alliance into what it later becomes. Through this, Andor season 2 will almost certainly feature the first meeting of the titular character and Genevieve O’Reilly’s Mon Mothma, a close ally of Luthen. Speaking of Mothma, her continued efforts to stay hidden from the eyes of the Emperor all while building the Rebellion will be a big focus, as will the ramifications of introducing her daughter to Davo Sculdun’s son in the finale, and could lead to big moments known to come from Mon Mothma in Andor season 2, such as the Ghorman Massacre that forces her to abandon Coruscant.
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Andor
- Release Date:
- 2022-09-21
- Cast:
- Genevieve O’Reilly, Adria Arjona, Diego Luna, Kyle Soller, Alan Tudyk, Stellan Skarsgård, Denise Gough, Forrest Whittaker
- Genres:
- Adventure, Drama, Action, Sci-Fi
- Rating:
- TV-14
- Seasons:
- 1
- Summary:
- Diego Luna stars as Cassian Andor in Andor, a Disney+ exclusive series set five years before Rogue One. The series follows the titular character as he transitions from a humble thief to a revolutionary icon of the rebellion against the empire. Cassian, a man who tries to keep himself out of confrontations post the destruction of his world, is shoved into the central conflict as he naturally slots into the role of leader. Andor will explore the rebellion’s burgeoning days and highlight pivotal events in the Star Wars Franchise before the construction of the Death Star.
- Characters By:
- George Lucas
- Filming Locations:
- United Kingdom
- Main Characters:
- Cassian Andor, Mon Mother, Luthen Rael, Bix Caleen, Dedra Meero, Syril, Maarva, Saw Gerrera
- Producer:
- Kate Hazell, Kathleen Kennedy, David Meanti, Stephen Schiff
- Writers:
- Tony Gilroy, Dan Gilroy, Beau Willimon, Stephen Schiff
- Number of Episodes:
- 12
- Streaming Service:
- Disney Plus
- Franchise(s):
- Star Wars
- Showrunner:
- Tony Gilroy
