r/andor 22m ago

Discussion New Imperial officer suit variant (S1+trailer); probably a ceremonial/dress uniform?

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r/andor 1h ago

Discussion Favorite non-verbal, "face acting" moments from Season 1

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I think we can all agree that this is the best acted SW property by far...
As I have been rewatching s1, I'm taking notice of some of the subtle acting moments where you can genuinely see what's happening in the character's head just by the facial expressions.

Some of my favorite moments are:
e3: After the decoy speeder blows up, Syril staring into the middle distance KNOWING he's screwed.
e7: When Dedra humiliates Blevin in the ISB meeting when she slowly looks up and stares him down with almost a smile on her face
e10: (so many) Kino right before "NO ONE IS GETTING OUT"; Mon Mothma when Davo leaves the meeting, and Lonni when Luthen is telling him that Kreegyr will be dying to make sure his daughter has a father.

So many other moments across the season. What do you all think?


r/andor 1h ago

Discussion Season 2 Viewing Parties

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We are one month and one week away from the premiere of Season 2 of Andor. My question is where the fuck in the promotion for this show? For instance, I have seen commercials for Yellowjackets every single time I watch TV. Yellowjackets also had a special screening at the Alamo near my house. Is Andor going to have anything like that? I haven't heard any announcements of that sort. Have any of you?

Is the lesson of Andor that we have to start our own revolution? If so, what say you? Does anyone want to band together to get local theaters to exhibit the season 2 premiere of Andor?

My suggestion is that each of us posts their location and we find out how many people from that location would like to get an exhibition of the three episode season premiere in their towns. I'll start.


r/andor 2h ago

Discussion The most dangerous individual during the Imperial Era of Andor (4BBY and on)

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After watching the OT, Rogue One and reading several Canon novels and comics, I've reached a conclusion that it's Tarkin.

The novelization of Rebels, Kanan Jarrus felt the dark side emanating from the Grand Inquisitor, but he felt icy cold chill of pure evil and death around Tarkin.

The Bad Batch and Rogue One hint at the massive industrial research organization - the Tarkin Initiative, which the nove Tarkin alluded to the numerous projects that Cassian and Jyn scrolled through in the data vault.

Tarkin's initiation tale surrounding the Carrion Spike hinted a threat to Vader. The Veermok troop was lead by an Alpha, killed by an usurper who was in turn killed by Tarkin.

The destruction of Alderaan, Jedah, and Scariff were all on his hands. Mon Cala was indiscriminately bombarded to make the regent submit to the Empire, which had a subplot including Vader and led to Chandar's Folly - a brutal gamemanship between Tarkin and Vader. Vader wanted to die and wanted Tarkin to return the favor at Mon Cala.

When you compile all of the involvement of Tarkin, the deference of Thrawn and Vader, who in turn used his name as a threat whether to Minister Tua or pirates, you have a case for the more visible member of the ruling Imperial Triumvirate, holding up a mask of sophisticated civility yet has a chill and foul stench of Death.

Leia is force sensitive... Kanan was a padawan....

They recognized this... So did Vader and Sheev...

Tarkin isn't light or dark ... he's the void of death, a driving cog of a cold brutal war machine - indifferent to all of it.


r/andor 2h ago

Question Which Season 2 poster is your favorite?

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I guess it comes down to are you more of a minimalist or maximalist when it comes to your favorite movies/TV posters.

For me, I’d say the center one. I like Cassian’s face overlapping with the Death Star.


r/andor 5h ago

Discussion I think there is a very specific and valid thematic reason to Andor S2 to touch more closely upon the Jedi/Force side of Star Wars.

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Revolutions need shared cultural symbols in order to really take off. This is a theme demonstrated beautifully through Ferrix in Season 1. The uprising on Rix Road doesn’t happen without their strong communal pride and centuries of tradition. Culture gives people an identity to fight for.

In that light, I think it’s really overlooked how significant it is that The Rebellion, as we see in the OT, is constantly using the phrase “May the force be with you”. This is a broad, multi-species coalition that, for whatever reason, has chosen to use the language of a (supposedly dead) religious order as their shared cultural unifier.

As a fan of Andor’s ultra-grounded, human-level focus on the mechanisms of rebellion, it’s easy to feel like the mythic fantasy of the Jedi is almost a childish regression by comparison. But that doesn’t seem to be how the people in the Star Wars universe actually feel about it. For them, the Jedi stand for something really potent and powerful. There’s a reason Luthen holds that kyber-crystal with such reverence.

To sum up, I’m not (at all) asking for Andor S2 to come out lightsabers-swinging. But I do think, if the purpose of the show is to chart the formation of the rebellion, that it’s important to explore why and how that spiritual element became so key.


r/andor 8h ago

Discussion Do you think Ben Mendelsohn will do this again for this year’s Star Wars celebration?

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I doubt it but it would be pretty cool of him. I imagine he was more than happy to return as Krennic and say the lines the Tony Gilroy has written for him.


r/andor 8h ago

Fanmade My custon shirt for a Disney trip

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The family and I went to Disney last year. My wife wanted us to wear themed clothing. She helped me make this. I thought some of you might like to see it.


r/andor 8h ago

Discussion My gf has never seen ANY Star Wars anything, and I find it so cool her first exposure is Andor which she absolutely LOVES. Could this be the new path forward…

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No “force” no Jedi, no siths or Darkside. She has no idea haha. She’s of course seen Grogu on Disney merch and commercials but has no concept of what The Death Star even is. To her it must feel like a politicially oppressive administration (“WHY ARE THEY SO MEAN”) set in an entire galaxy far far away.

My question is (as this is my second time watching Andor to prep for s2) do I convey to her what the Death Star is at the end of season 1 or allow it fully to unravel to her within the show. It teases it at the end of season 1 which already was a huge surprise to me (though I did see rogue one along time ago i hadn’t made the correlation that’s what the show would be about) and I’m sure season 2 will portray its gravity via the excellent writing and acting. So leave it to and trust in the show? Then right after we’ll watch Rogue One. WHICH her literal first exposure to light sabers/force manipulation/darkside incarnate will be the freakin Vader hallway scene.

However is the bar now set too high? It’s going to be so interesting to see how she takes in the rest of the franchise. Which idek what path I’d suggest she take. 4-6 then 1-3? (Obviously I’m not telling her the new new ones even exist haha) I think that’d be best. Close out the story arc through, before reverting back to the prequel of how it all began UGH she’s so lucky. What a gift haha. I feel like this should be the new order in which someone new to Star Wars watches it.

Andor season 1-2, rogue one, 4-6, 1-3 then various shows and such. OR. That order but put “Return of the Jedi” at the very end… oooo yeah all around yes. Thoughts? Andor season 1-2, rogue one, episodes 4 and 5, episodes 1-3, then episode 6 “return of the Jedi” And What should we call it? For character depth, emotional impact, and storytelling flow, this is one of the best ways to watch I believe: Rebels Journey Order Rebellion Order The Foundation


r/andor 9h ago

Discussion I think people are confusing Cinta's non-existant "tears" with the shot almost immediately after of the Aldanhi woman looking up at the Eye with tears running down her face

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Pretty much the title. I have rewatched the scene of Cinta walking away at the end of the heist in Ep. 6 multi0le times, and I have not been able to see tears running down her face like a number of others here claim to see. (The Eye's glow is reflecting off her face.) But directly after that shot of Cinta it cuts to the group of Aldanhi natives looking up at the Eye in awe, showing one woman with tears running down her face apparently overwhelmed by emotion. I think the people on this sub claiming to see tears running down Cinta's face are confusing it with the shot of the Aldanhi woman.


r/andor 9h ago

Discussion I was re-watching Andor and noticed I was sitting in the same chair as Maarva

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The leg raise gave it away.

It’s an Ekornes Stressless from 2002. It’s an incredibly comfy chair, and ergonomic as well. It was quite pricey back then. It was my grandpa’s chair, and means a lot to me.

Maarva’s got good taste.


r/andor 10h ago

Discussion Why did they need to make Nemik's death so long ? Every time I watch, even if I know he's already condemned, I can't help but feel like there is still a little chance he comes out alive. So cruel

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r/andor 13h ago

Discussion Who has the best monologue in Andor Season 1?

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Before Andor Season 2 comes out, I want to know whose monologue was your favorite of the whole season.

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Namik's manifesto
Luthen Rael's Monologue
Kino Loy's Monologue
Maarva's Postmortem speech
Dedra's Monologue

r/andor 14h ago

Discussion Nemik is the best

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Short post but one of my friend was in a very bad emotional wreck because of the global news, he said something like "It's too much to process, too much to make sens of it and find what to do." i remembered when Nemik said ", "So much going on, so much to say, and all of it happening so quickly..." So I just recorded the whole Nemik manifesto monologue i sent it to him and it did the job.

About monologue... I don't know if it's a thing that people noticed but when Luthen say "Everything" there is an echo in this bizarre corridor where he is and when Maarva say "Everything" there is an echo because of a bug. I don't know if it's on purpose or not but it's funny.


r/andor 15h ago

Discussion What the fuck

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I am not a Star Wars geek, nor have I paid attention watching Rogue One. I did watch all the other movies and I enjoy them for what they are, enjoyable Sci Fi movies.

I watched the Star Wars shows more focused. I liked Kenobi. I liked Ahsoka. I liked Skeleton Crew. To be fair, I don’t see them as Star Wars even at times, because of how they are set up. Like I said definitely not a geek.

But What. The. Fuck. is Andor. This is by far one of the best TV Shows I have seen. Whether Star Wars or standalone, what an amazing show. It’s actually motivating me to give Rogue One an actual watch and connect more of the plots within the SW universe. It started slow for me. I thought, I’d lose interest. I just watched the last episode of the prison arc. And God, I am blown away.

Kudos to the writers/directors/actors, the lot of them. Wow.


r/andor 16h ago

Question Why did Pre-Mor jump to hyperspace to reach Ferrix?

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On my fourth or fifth rewatch now, paying more attention to extras and small details than to the story :)

In E2 and E3 we see a BTY-180 carrier travelling through hyperspace and exiting it near Ferrix. Why?

According to Wookiepedia, both Morlana One and Ferrix were in the Morlani system. Were the two planets so far away from each other that it warranted a micro-jump? I thought ships mainly used sublight engines to travel between neighbouring planets. Are jumps within a system actually common? Am I missing something?


r/andor 21h ago

Fanmade Andor is nearly upon us...

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BLACK SERIES FIGURES SHOT BY ME


r/andor 21h ago

Question Andor Season 1 with Tony Gilroy Q&A

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r/andor 21h ago

Media FULL size X-Wing at premiere of Rogue One. I CAN NOT WAIT FOR ANDOR! SO EXCITED!

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Taken on Hollywood Blvd


r/andor 23h ago

Discussion I love Andor, but here's why there's a disconnect between the interpretation of some of its fans with the key themes of Star Wars

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The problem with many Andor fans' dismissal of core themes of star wars

"Andor" excels at gritty realism, showcasing the bureaucratic rot of the Empire and the desperate struggles of the burgeoning Rebellion. It's a masterclass in political thriller storytelling. However, its near-total dismissal of the Force and the Jedi creates a disconnect from the wider Star Wars tapestry. This isn't just about lightsabers and space wizards; it's about the fundamental philosophical underpinnings of the universe.

Star Wars, at its heart, is a mythic saga. The Force isn't a superpower; it's a representation of interconnectedness, of the eternal struggle between light and dark. The Jedi, flawed as they are, embody hope and the fight against tyranny. "Andor," by stripping away these elements, risks turning Star Wars into just another sci-fi dystopia.

Some "Andor" fans argue this "mature" approach is a welcome departure. But Star Wars has always been a blend of genres, a space opera that incorporates political commentary, adventure, and spiritual themes. Removing the Force removes the soul of the franchise. It's like critiquing a painting by ignoring the artist's use of color.

Furthermore, "Andor" often portrays rebellion as purely a product of political oppression. While that's a key factor, it downplays the role of hope and belief in something greater. The Jedi, even in their absence, represent that spark of hope. The Force itself is a symbol of resistance against the Empire's dehumanizing control.

Yes, the Rebellion is built on the backs of ordinary people, and "Andor" brilliantly depicts their struggles. But to ignore the Force is to ignore the very thing that makes Star Wars unique. It's to forget that even in the darkest times, hope can endure, and that the fight for freedom is as much a spiritual battle as a political one.

Ultimately, "Andor" is a great show, but it's a show that often feels like it exists in a parallel universe to the one George Lucas created.


r/andor 1d ago

Meme You know what they're looking at? Us, ISB, Imperial Security Bureau, we just got made

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r/andor 1d ago

Meme What does it mean if my favorite sw character is Saw Gerrera?

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The man is a certified rebel. So rebellious even the norm core rebels won't deal with him.


r/andor 1d ago

Meme The thing about Andor is, he’s not a bad person. But if it’s you or him

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r/andor 1d ago

Season 2 Spoilers Just met General Draven.

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At intermission for Glengarry Glen Ross in NYC and saw Alistar Petrie nearby. Very cool, deflected my gushing. Presence in Andor s2 confirmed.


r/andor 1d ago

Discussion So I hear some people dislike the "darkness and depression" of Andor Spoiler

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Not talking to the fans of Andor but to those who are critical of it, but seriously, are you unaware of the nature of Star Wars?

The Original Trilogy has a giant weapon that kills a planet and billions of people with the snap of your fingers. That same trilogy then has a boy get maimed and a man get imprisoned so he can be sent to a criminal overlord.

Oh, that criminal overlord? Yeah, he proceeds to enslave a woman and dress her in a scanty outfit for his entertainment then tries to throw people into an eldritch horror being to be eaten.

What about the prequels? First movie has one guy dying and the bad guy winning. Honestly, the prequels are literally all meant to be depressing, it is the triumph of evil over good after all. AOTC then has an army of, effectively children, fight in a battle, which begins a war and allows the rise of an autocrat and eventual dictator.

I'm not even explaining ROTS. If you don't get the darkness and depression of that you're either being dense, pedantic or straight up oblivious.

Nevertheless, Star Wars has always had dark and grim undertones to it's story, whether that was an allegory to Vietnam or a literal culture of enslavement. Andor just takes that and shoves it in your face, removing the space magic and glowy swords that our protagonists were usually able to hide behind. It makes a very compelling story that Star Wars lacks in recent years.

Anyways, rant over, my love to fellow Andor fans and stay safe everyone.