Andormay not feature a single Jedi, but it’s using the Force in ways that even a lightsaber couldn’t touch — critical acclaim. The reviews across the board for the second season ofTony Gilroy’scritically belovedStar Warsprequel serieshave been universally positive, and the show has officially landed with a98%score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-actionStar Warstitle ever — film or TV. The only real competition? Its own first season, which sits just behind at 96%. Not bad going. Yes, folks, the hype about this one is very real.
Premiering tonight on Disney+ with a three-episode drop,AndorSeason 2 continues the story of Rebel Alliance spy Cassian Andor, played byDiego Luna, and leads directly into the events of 2016’sRogue One: A Star Wars Story. Disney sent all 12 episodes to critics ahead of time — an unusual move for the studio, but one that paid off big time given thehype that’s building for the show. While it’s standard for studios to only release a few episodes to critics,AndorSeason 2 was sent out in full — suggesting Disney had serious confidence in the quality of the complete arc.
With 98%,AndorSeason 2 leapfrogs evenThe Empire Strikes Back— the long-standing critical darling of the franchise — which holds a 95% score. At the lower end of the spectrum,Solo(69%, not too bad) andAttack of the Clones(61%) aren’t faring quite as well, and something calledThe Rise of Skywalker— did that happen? — sits at51%.Ouch. And while animated series likeStar Wars RebelsandStar Wars Visionsalso hit that coveted 98% mark, they don’t usually pull in as many reviews from mainstream outlets — meaningAndoris in a league of its own.
‘Andor’ Is Nine Hours of the Best Star Wars You’ll See
Collider’s review of the series, written byMaggie Lovitt, gave it a perfect 10/10, hailing the performances of Luna,Adria Arjonaand praising the vision for the show, and execution, from Gilroy.
AndorSeason 1 set high expectations for where the series' final installment could go, and somehow, Season 2 exceeds those expectations at every turn. The only flaw in the entire series is the fact that it’s over now. A decade after his creation, Cassian Andor’s story has finally come to an end. Luckily, it is an end worthy of one of the most impactful characters Star Wars has ever created, with this grand finalea triumph for both Gilroy and Luna.
AndorSeason 2 debuts on Disney+ on April 22 with a three-episode drop.
Prequel series to Star Wars' ‘Rogue One’. In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a Rebel hero.
