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AndorSeason 2 Debuts with Franchise-High 98% Rating on Rotten Tomatoes

The critically acclaimed Star Wars prequel series returns with its first three episodes, praised for its mature storytelling and political depth.

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Overview

  • The first three episodes of 'Andor' Season 2 premiered on Disney+ on April 22, with new episodes releasing in three-episode blocks weekly through May 13.
  • Season 2 holds a 98% positive critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-action Star Wars title to date.
  • The 12-episode season is structured into four time-jumping arcs, each chronicling a year in Cassian Andor's journey toward becoming a Rebel leader.
  • Early reviews commend the series' nuanced exploration of revolution and human cost, though note the premiere episodes are the slowest of the season.
  • Diego Luna reprises his role as Cassian Andor, joined by returning cast members Stellan Skarsgård, Genevieve O’Reilly, and Forest Whitaker, with Benjamin Bratt debuting as Bail Organa.