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Julio_OrtizSep 21, 2022

So far this show is amazing, it's definitely what Star Wars needed in live action these last few years, Book of Boba Fett was botched, Kenobi was vapid and disappointing, Andor is a fresh take on this rich universe and I'm glad that both TheSo far this show is amazing, it's definitely what Star Wars needed in live action these last few years, Book of Boba Fett was botched, Kenobi was vapid and disappointing, Andor is a fresh take on this rich universe and I'm glad that both The Mandalorian and this show exist despite the disgusting cashgrabs that were the sequels. The cast is perfect, you can actually appreciate the level of detail and production value, the cinematography and locations are incredible (for a Disney streaming show) and the story is pretty interesting so far, I know that Rogue One spoils the fate of Andor, but this story is promising and deepens the Star Wars universe nevertheless, I prefer new stories with new characters instead of watching my favourite characters being destroyed by social and political views. Let's see where this promising series goes, fingers crossed that Disney does not play a weird move as it always does....… Expand

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Rich87Sep 23, 2022

Much better than obi wan the darker tone and the grittyness of andor is spot on for what I want from a star wars show in what is a prequel character series on cassia andor and how he came to be the rebel assassin who wanted to bring down theMuch better than obi wan the darker tone and the grittyness of andor is spot on for what I want from a star wars show in what is a prequel character series on cassia andor and how he came to be the rebel assassin who wanted to bring down the empire. My only gripe it's very slow in its pacing… Expand

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Aube88Nov 15, 2022

This is absolutely magic!
Finally a Star Wars TV show that cares about its adult audience. Finally characters we care about. Finally some deeper themes. Finally good dialgoues. Finally coherent plots. Finally something good from Disney.

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ThemadcowNov 10, 2022

This is an exceptional show. If it wasn't Star Wars, it would still hold up due to the great casting, top-quality dialogue and action set pieces. The initially slow pacing might surprise people, but broadly speaking it is a series of 3This is an exceptional show. If it wasn't Star Wars, it would still hold up due to the great casting, top-quality dialogue and action set pieces. The initially slow pacing might surprise people, but broadly speaking it is a series of 3 episode arcs with a significant payoff in each arc. It's Star Wars for people who love Chernobyl and political drama. The best show this year in a competitive field.… Expand

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beast18Nov 5, 2022

Amazing series and production by Gilroy and all actors and crew. Best Star Wars

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jrossreviewsOct 12, 2022

Fantastic show. Great drama, suspenseful and exciting. Star Wars done right.

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BrabdockNov 8, 2022

Just an excellent show.....that's it. It's written for the fan who doesn't want to be spoonfed.

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HyperBooperOct 12, 2022

The best Star Wars in a long time. If you don't like slow-burns, this isn't for you. Watch the episodes in groups of three rather than one at a time. It feels like it was meant to be movies rather than a TV show.

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Pomidor781Oct 18, 2022

This is the best Star Wars project ever! more projects like this are needed to be as serious and dark, showing the reality of this world, as this series does!

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MarqThomasNov 3, 2022

Incredibly smart, tightly plotted, visually stunning, and thematically rich.

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BasGijzenDec 3, 2022

Best Star Wars media since the original trilogy by a long shot. It’s a damn shame not many people are watching it.. I guess they rather watch another kenobi ****

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RobobobOct 14, 2022

Previews said that Andor is Star Wars for adults and I couldn't agree more. Kids might call it slow and dull but I call it building tension and character growth, things that most Star Wars lacks lately. On top of that the show looksPreviews said that Andor is Star Wars for adults and I couldn't agree more. Kids might call it slow and dull but I call it building tension and character growth, things that most Star Wars lacks lately. On top of that the show looks beautiful with a lot of scenes shot on location instead of the virtual Stagecraft used for the Mandalorian. The Empire feels like a real threat here and I love the easter eggs and new additions to the lore. More Star Wars for adults, please!… Expand

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OlivierPielOct 12, 2022

Far superior to the cartoonish Mandalorian -and the rest of the dreck that shan't be named that Disney has tried to peddle-, cleverly and overtly borrowing and combining an atmosphere from Blade Runner and story lines from 60's and 70's WWIIFar superior to the cartoonish Mandalorian -and the rest of the dreck that shan't be named that Disney has tried to peddle-, cleverly and overtly borrowing and combining an atmosphere from Blade Runner and story lines from 60's and 70's WWII commando/heist and French resistance movies (Bridge on the River Kwai, Canons of Navarone, The Eagle has landed, Army of Shadows), it is indeed a treat for a mature audience.
The early episodes are a bit clunky and the decors look a bit cheap , but once the action moves to Aldani and the heist scene, the directing, esp. editing is impeccable. Just like in ...the Empire Strikes Back.… Expand

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Fed_PittNov 2, 2022

truly amazing series. If you like SW, it's a must. really good job. Acting, directing, the script, the details .It's not an action-driven series, but it doesn't need to be, like most SW movies and series. I really love it.

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Dee-Jay_DeliNov 21, 2022

Slow burning, but very compelling and well-produced show about the beginning of the Galatic Rebellion. It stands out with a more grown-up story, no fan-service and real sets.

Overall, this is the best Star Wars TV show we've seen to date.

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BlokinNov 1, 2022

I wasn’t even gonna watch this after the series of disappointments KK’s Lucasfilm had subjected me to. Very pleasant surprise! You can tell that KK had nothing to do with this. Yes, slow paced, but intriguing and captivating. The world feelsI wasn’t even gonna watch this after the series of disappointments KK’s Lucasfilm had subjected me to. Very pleasant surprise! You can tell that KK had nothing to do with this. Yes, slow paced, but intriguing and captivating. The world feels enormous, like a real world, and full of life. I like Rogue One and I like this one.… Expand

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ImmobilienHaiNov 3, 2022

Star Wars for mature, intelligent fans! 9 episodes in and i'm on the edge of my seat. This is like a Tom Clancy novel, detail oriented, smart dialogues, realistic characters, an Empire that is truly threatening and uncompromising, realStar Wars for mature, intelligent fans! 9 episodes in and i'm on the edge of my seat. This is like a Tom Clancy novel, detail oriented, smart dialogues, realistic characters, an Empire that is truly threatening and uncompromising, real stakes. A glimpse into how the rest of the galaxy experiences the Empire's chokehold. Fans aren't treated like lobotomized consumers: no memberberries, no breaking canon, no spectacle without substance, no gaping plotholes, no tearing down of legacy characters. If you enjoyed Book of Boba Fett and Kenobi this is not for you. -1 point simply because it could move a bit faster.… Expand

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MrWolf88Nov 9, 2022

When I began watching Andor I was expecting more of the standard Disney/Star Wars action packed recipe, and was initially disappointed after the first few episodes when I realized I wasn't going to get it. I didn't realize at the time thatWhen I began watching Andor I was expecting more of the standard Disney/Star Wars action packed recipe, and was initially disappointed after the first few episodes when I realized I wasn't going to get it. I didn't realize at the time that this series would become my favourite entry in the Star Wars universe, and one that I now fear will be short lived.

For anyone reading this that is on the fence, I urge you to JUST WATCH IT. Even if you have no interest in the Star Wars universe, WATCH IT. Andor is a slow burn of a series that places heavy emphasis on character building and story telling, the action isn't plentiful, but when it appears it's terrific. My greatest fear for this series is that it's splendor will be lost on the masses of Disney subscribers looking for disposable thrills. My eternal thanks go to the producers who stepped out of the box to make this series, and I sincerely hope Disney will see fit to fund several seasons more.… Expand

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hekathepekaOct 5, 2022

Finally Star Wars for grownups! If you liked the Han Solo movie, Obi-Wan series and all the main story line movies after the original trilogy, you won't like Andor (and you can go to hell BTW). I just had to give it a 10 even though I've seenFinally Star Wars for grownups! If you liked the Han Solo movie, Obi-Wan series and all the main story line movies after the original trilogy, you won't like Andor (and you can go to hell BTW). I just had to give it a 10 even though I've seen only 5 episodes so far. Character development, writing and directing is top notch. Reminds me of the legendary The Wire somehow.… Expand

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ohbaneNov 10, 2022

I see many old reviews complaining about the lack of stormtroopers and star destroyers? Well, maybe some folks got too impatient after Boba Fett, Kenobi, and all the other **** Star Wars shows and films. I have to say that Andor is likely,I see many old reviews complaining about the lack of stormtroopers and star destroyers? Well, maybe some folks got too impatient after Boba Fett, Kenobi, and all the other **** Star Wars shows and films. I have to say that Andor is likely, among Rogue One, one of my favorite films and shows of this franchise. Yes, even better than the original films that I watched as a kid ages ago. The writing, the lines, the character depth of Andor -- they probably could have saved Rings of Power from doom and even do a better House of Dragons, I suppose, though HoD is quite good already. What I'm trying to say is: Disney, kick those **** writers and creators behind She-Hulk, Kenobi, Boba Fett, and Ms Marvel out, and give Andor's team new opportunities. There is some real talent involved here.… Expand

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EddieHokieOct 6, 2022

If you have the attention span of a goldfish, this show isn’t for you. It takes its time to build characters. The writing is tight, the scenes well acted. It’s Star Wars for adults. Where the movies tell the colorful (literally andIf you have the attention span of a goldfish, this show isn’t for you. It takes its time to build characters. The writing is tight, the scenes well acted. It’s Star Wars for adults. Where the movies tell the colorful (literally and figuratively) stories of the upper class-Jedi’s and Emperor’s and Rebellion leaders, and gang leaders—— this tells the story of the every day guy in the universe.

It’s gritty. Ever wonder what powers those glorious starships around the galaxy? Andor SHOWS you. And there is the distinction. Previous Star Wars TELLS you all the time with exposition and writing that conveys the obvious.

Andor assumes it’s audience can connect the dots for themselves. And there are many parallels to todays society. Corporations keep the people down. A scene where a man literally hammers a bell signifying the start and end of the miners work day and then blends into the excellent musical score, it can give you the feels. And the protagonists real talent is not light saber fighting or war strategy. His talent is relating to all kinds of different people and being true to his word. Something we see less and less of today. I recommend this show and proof that not all stuff made by Disney will be cookie cutter.… Expand

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TwoTheOct 26, 2022

The best Star Wars series I have ever seen. In the dust of failures like Obi Wan and The Books of Boba Fett it feels like they finally hired a professional to do the job. Every single part of this series is outstanding, especially theThe best Star Wars series I have ever seen. In the dust of failures like Obi Wan and The Books of Boba Fett it feels like they finally hired a professional to do the job. Every single part of this series is outstanding, especially the soundtrack and sound effects. On top of that a convincing and deep story that will captivate you and make you feel with the characters. Just the overuse of shaky cam makes it a bit tough to watch at times, but those are luckily rare.

Instead of pointless SJW boredom they actually present characters with stories, traits and flaws. No one is a superman and no one can take it on a squad of Storm Troopers alone, because they are actually hitting and killing people. The seriousness of the situation of the empire turning from evil to worse is transmitted believably, and you feel the horror of their oppression with the characters as you watch it. The story takes it slow, too slow maybe for some who are used to action-packed Star Wars movies. But if you are ready to breathe in the air and the feeling of the universe of Star Wars, then you come to the right place. The scenery, the ambient sound, the music, everything radiates love for details, and makes you feel right at that place. The script shines with believable reactions and decisions, understandable, deep characters, and despite the fact that we know where it is going to still manages to surprise and shock you. Must watch for every Star Wars fan, and still outstandingly good for everyone who loves Science Fiction.… Expand

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devgreNov 1, 2022

I'm so grateful for this iteration of Star Wars story telling. It's masterful writing, music, cinematography and character dynamics take me back to a feeling of a galaxy far, far away that I haven't felt in a long, long time.

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kirkenderOct 7, 2022

I've watched three episodes and this is legitimately good television and a good Star Wars. There is a distinct lack of twee nostalgia nonsense present in other Star Wars shows. This is an actual story told well. There are stakes, itsI've watched three episodes and this is legitimately good television and a good Star Wars. There is a distinct lack of twee nostalgia nonsense present in other Star Wars shows. This is an actual story told well. There are stakes, its genuinely thrilling, and the script and acting are excellent. It's not "slow paced," it has pacing. There is a difference and this show understands pacing.… Expand

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kvonboseNov 17, 2022

It has a slow, but steady start. However, this has turned out to be the best Star Wars show I think I have ever seen. It is smart, well-cast, and really mature and serious. I feel like the people making this show respect their viewers andIt has a slow, but steady start. However, this has turned out to be the best Star Wars show I think I have ever seen. It is smart, well-cast, and really mature and serious. I feel like the people making this show respect their viewers and want to make something that stands out among all the crowd-pleasing **** that comes out today. I really appreciate Andor and I look forward to watching it every week.… Expand

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Fluid_DynamicsNov 6, 2022

This show is wonderful. This would be a great story even outside of the Star Wars universe, but is even better because it is. Surprisingly, even better than the Mandalorian. It’s amazing this finally exists. Tony Gilroy is one heck of a showThis show is wonderful. This would be a great story even outside of the Star Wars universe, but is even better because it is. Surprisingly, even better than the Mandalorian. It’s amazing this finally exists. Tony Gilroy is one heck of a show runner. This is one of those shows that will have legs for decades to come.… Expand

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thoodeeNov 9, 2022

Best recent star wars story telling I’ve seen yet. Please disney produce more of this and more like this.

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tarant75Oct 27, 2022

I think this series is really very well done. It tells you the story of how the rebellion came about in the first place. How the rebellion against the empire has developed. The ambience, the costumes, the setting are very lovingly done.I think this series is really very well done. It tells you the story of how the rebellion came about in the first place. How the rebellion against the empire has developed. The ambience, the costumes, the setting are very lovingly done. There's a lot of emphasis on making it look like Rogue One and A New Hope as well. They really took a cue from Episode 4 instead of finding something completely new.… Expand

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sabinoplaneOct 12, 2022

Wonderful show with a delightful, more grounded take on the star wars universe

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chrisothenOct 20, 2022

I'm only a couple of episodes in but i'm really enjoying it so far. Engaging story which is more like an very long movie. Better than the movies in any case!

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JoGeronimusKerOct 27, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. REVIEW FOR THE FIRST 8 EPISODES OF THE SERIES, UPDATE WILL FOLLOW AFTER THE FINAL EPISODE

Andor is the best Star Wars show in 2022 and if it sticks the landing, it might even be the best show of this year all together.
Andor is a show that is very different from other Star Wars shows. It strips away a lot of the action, fantasy ellements and, dare I say, romanticism that we find in other Star Wars media, instead giving us a dialogue heavy and gritty sci fi show that focuses on the origin of the Rebel Alliance. This has unfortunately alienated some of the regular Star Wars audience, meaning we might not get more shows like this in the future. Such a shame.
Pasing wise I think it comparable to the earlier seasons of Game of Thrones: there are a lot of scenes of characters talking about their lives and views and characters scheming and working on a grand plan, with large action scenes mainly being reserved for the end of a story arc.

This pacing has worked so-so for the first arc of the season, which is a problem that mainly comes from the characters featured on Andors home world (non of them are very interesting, hence making their scenes a bit dull), but has an excellent action packed climax which introduces Stellan Skarsgård's Luthen, aka the best character in the show.
The second arc is executed much better, giving us an interesting look at the many souls that drift towards the rebellion and the interactions between them. It also gives us more lore on the inner workings of the empire through the escapades of Mon Mothma and a focus on the ISB (the Imperial Gestapo), with scenes in which the dialogue peaks. This arc builds up perfectly towards a spectacular climax in which we see something we haven't seen much in Star Wars (and no, Last Jedi's piss poor attempt to comment on war profiteering does not count): a less black and white but more grey view at the Galactic conflict. The Rebellion in this show is not afraid to fight dirty. They have an empire to crush and if innocents get hurt in the process, then so be it. It almost makes them come across as real revolutionaries.

Anyhow, here is a list of things the show does well:
- Great Dialogue that reveals bits of character intell naturally rather than in a forced manner
-Great expansion of the Star Wars lore
-Good performances from the majority of the cause, especially from Skarsgård, Andy Serkis and Faye Marsay
-Interesting side characters -Great cyberpunk-esque soundtrack
-The show knows how to craft great environments

And here is a thing the show could do better
-Make the protagonist more interesting / more focus on the protagonist. The show might be called Andor, but he more often feels like a spectator in his own show. He sometimes feels more like an audience surogate than an actual character. They have layed out some interesting story beats for him, but are yet to really pick up on them and they might be taking just a bit too long with that.

All and all, I am really enjoying Andor thus far and am eager to see how this show will continue from this point onwards.… Expand

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Cerealz19Oct 19, 2022

This take on Star Wars feels like a real world, with real people, facing real stakes. It's very well done. Excellent performances, writing, and effects. Diego Luna is fabulous as usual. The tone is darker, with this show feeling honestly moreThis take on Star Wars feels like a real world, with real people, facing real stakes. It's very well done. Excellent performances, writing, and effects. Diego Luna is fabulous as usual. The tone is darker, with this show feeling honestly more like Bladerunner or Dune to me than Star Wars. They removed the space opera, the romance, the swashbuckling adventure, and it makes sense for this story. Still, I hope that Star Wars returns to fun adventure in future shows, but I also recall that The Empire Strikes Back was a profound tone shift from A New Hope, so trying new things is in Star Wars' DNA. Other than Mandalorian (which is gold), the other Star Wars shows have felt like good TV shows at best. But Andor transports me into the far far away universe again. It's a dark time for the galaxy, but hopefully a bright one for Star Wars stories!… Expand

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NAMESISREVOct 20, 2022

They basically killed my Star Wars affinity with the previous junk. I'm pleasantly surprised, Andor is good! It's a different Star Wars series to what we've seen recently, which is very positive. And it definitely fits in very well with RogueThey basically killed my Star Wars affinity with the previous junk. I'm pleasantly surprised, Andor is good! It's a different Star Wars series to what we've seen recently, which is very positive. And it definitely fits in very well with Rogue One. A smart approach would have been to make one big episode out of three small ones and release them 2 weeks apart.… Expand

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sirchanceNov 11, 2022

A breath of fresh air and a relief from the heavy woke narratives blighting series today. Excellent cast, great writing, great VFX - immersive, gripping, entertaining. Hanging on the edge for the next installment.

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umightnotknowmeNov 11, 2022

This is the ABSOLUTE best that Star Wars has to offer, hands down.
The story, the actors, the acting, the visuals, everything is just brilliant. Hopefully we'll see shows like this again in the future.

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carl4moreNov 16, 2022

Best Star Wars show ever. This is how star wars should be. Great characters, dialogues and storytelling. Hopefully disney takes this as a blueprint for future star wars shows and movies and the franchise might have the best still infront of it.

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mhvelplundSep 29, 2022

Except for the Mandalorian, most of the Disney Star Wars stuff has been pretty terrible. I came into this, dreading another snooze-fest. After two episodes I have to say, this is not Star Wars, but it's good. Like Rogue One, it's more like aExcept for the Mandalorian, most of the Disney Star Wars stuff has been pretty terrible. I came into this, dreading another snooze-fest. After two episodes I have to say, this is not Star Wars, but it's good. Like Rogue One, it's more like a gritty sci-fi film than space opera, but the characters and the look and feel have me hooked.… Expand

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PhoenixReveiwsOct 3, 2022

A well-written, gritty story that we did ask for, but to our surprise turns out to be the best Star Wars has been since Mandalorian season 1. This show definitely holds a slower pace, and there are episodes where not one blaster is fired, soA well-written, gritty story that we did ask for, but to our surprise turns out to be the best Star Wars has been since Mandalorian season 1. This show definitely holds a slower pace, and there are episodes where not one blaster is fired, so if you need action I suggest waiting for more episodes and binging it.… Expand

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Aleczander117Sep 28, 2022

Andor breaks (cleanses?) the mold of Disney’s handling of the beloved Star Wars franchise. It feels as though a creative team has been freed of the shackles that bound previous productions, forcing them to make streamlined “guaranteedAndor breaks (cleanses?) the mold of Disney’s handling of the beloved Star Wars franchise. It feels as though a creative team has been freed of the shackles that bound previous productions, forcing them to make streamlined “guaranteed successes”. Because of this freedom Andor is the first original and well told Star Wars story since the last Jedi. The writing and directing is masterful. The sets and art direction are beautiful. The act is phenomenal. I can’t get enough. A new standard for storytelling has been set by this amazing show and I hope that Disney will find talent that can meet it.… Expand

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vandalay1125Oct 3, 2022

It takes its time which may not appeal to some, but I love it. Writing is top-notch and gives a better feel for life in the Star Wars universe than any other show or movie. This is Star Wars for adults.

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DukeJonNov 13, 2022

Star wars for grown ups. No lightsabre battles of force-chokes here, just a slow burning story the really delivers. Best Star Wars since Rogue One.

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blacksunNov 24, 2022

Andor is a welcome change from other Star Wars media. It's a slow burn. And as long as you approach it that way, with patience, it becomes engrossing. The eventual climaxes are made all the better by the slow rising actions. I think maybeAndor is a welcome change from other Star Wars media. It's a slow burn. And as long as you approach it that way, with patience, it becomes engrossing. The eventual climaxes are made all the better by the slow rising actions. I think maybe some people raised on social media and instant dopamine hits aren't even familiar with this style of storytelling. I do sympathize in the sense that, you meet Andor and start rooting for him to take action, but he's still hesitant. So there's a tension there. But that's also part of what makes it work.

The plot is steady and makes sense. The acting is mostly top notch. The cinematography, sets, overall design and special effects are all spot on. My only real complaint is that Disney releases episodes weekly. It's the obvious move from a business perspective. People will renew their monthly subscription to keep watching their hit show. I did. But for me, after a week goes by, I've lost some of the feel from the last episode. I would have been glorious to binge the whole thing non stop for the first watch.

Let's give credit where credit is due to the directors, Toby Haynes, Benjamin Caron and Susanna White. And Writers Tony Gilroy, Dan Gilroy, Beau Willimon and Stephen Schiff.… Expand

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GamerMxNov 20, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funciona, me gusta la argumentación de Luthen y el episodio del robo y la fuga son buenos… Expand

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Kai82Dec 3, 2022

A great show at the worst time. Definitely far better than the Boba Fett and Obi Wan shows. Sadly only a few people watched it and Disney even fears they destroyed the franchise by driving fans into apathy. Not an unreasonable assumption byA great show at the worst time. Definitely far better than the Boba Fett and Obi Wan shows. Sadly only a few people watched it and Disney even fears they destroyed the franchise by driving fans into apathy. Not an unreasonable assumption by the way. Like the name suggest it is the backstory of Cassian Andor from Rouge One. If I have to describe it it is the start of the serious and united rebellion against the empire and escalation of the conflict by both sides where Cassian is drawn into mostly unwillingly. Also it is more the story of little or normal people who struggle under the Empire. It shows consequences on the character level and bigger scale. I like that they show also the price people pay for being a rebel leader. But I have also to war you too. The pacing is a bit slow but leads to good pay offs and some say it feels a bit off of Star Wars which I mostly disagree. It has no Jedi, big space battles or many established characters. It has however good characters, highlights and growth on the story and personal scale. Also a good heist and smart prison system. The characters won me over. Diego Luna as Cassian fully delivered. He is not the character from Rouge One (meant positive here) and makes / starts his journey to the man he will become. Also impressive were Andy Serkis, Forest Whitaker, Faye Marsay, Stellan Skarsgard and Cinta Kaz. The cast, writers and team delivers something great. The look and settings were great too. They nailed the gritty look, grim situations and increased the immersion. Overall this will be a show that does not reach the audience, success and praise it deserves. We will see if Star Wars survives as franchise which was unthinkable years ago. There is too much burned ground, bad decisions and ignorance at Disney.… Expand

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shoulderoforionNov 17, 2022

Andor is Epic in both scope and depth in what Star Wars always was down deep at it's core. Before this show I ranked the Star Wars universe: Star Wars (no i won't ever be calling it that other thing), Empire Strikes Back, Rogue One, then TheAndor is Epic in both scope and depth in what Star Wars always was down deep at it's core. Before this show I ranked the Star Wars universe: Star Wars (no i won't ever be calling it that other thing), Empire Strikes Back, Rogue One, then The Mandalorian.

Episode 8 of Andor, was one of the most astounding, unexpected hours of television I've ever watched in my life.… Expand

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multiwalrusNov 16, 2022

It DOES start off slow, but crescendos into a masterpiece. This is the best show I've seen since the 1990s, and maybe one of the top ten best shows ever made. It's that good. The writing is hands down better than any show in the past 25It DOES start off slow, but crescendos into a masterpiece. This is the best show I've seen since the 1990s, and maybe one of the top ten best shows ever made. It's that good. The writing is hands down better than any show in the past 25 years. The acting is also superb. The music is good, the sets are good. It's hard to believe this is coming from Disney.… Expand

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EvgenSOct 16, 2022

Love the first episode. It gives hopes that from all Disney's plotless SW movies (except Rogue one ofc) at least Andor has will have well made script.

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DHReviewsNov 20, 2022

How a show such as Andor succeeds in soaring form where so many of the Disney Star Wars content has failed is not just surprising, but also potentially heartening. Built from the ground up by the creative minds behind Rogue One, (arguably theHow a show such as Andor succeeds in soaring form where so many of the Disney Star Wars content has failed is not just surprising, but also potentially heartening. Built from the ground up by the creative minds behind Rogue One, (arguably the best new Star Wars film to date), Andor is a triumph the likes of which we have seldom seen in the franchise. Where it's predecessors in the Mandalorian, Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan have failed, Andor succeeds by taking a thankfully different approach to the formula. One only needs to look at the creative team and aspects of the production to find the genius beneath the surface. Showrunners Tony Gilroy and Stephen Schiff (of the Bourne universe and FX's The Americans lauded fame), bring a welcome espionage color to the series. Gilroy, and House of Cards writing alum Beau Willimon collectively plot out the story with the hands of true craftsmen. Andor delights with a tight narrative with overarching plot-lines told in two twelve episode seasons. Plot and narrative are honed and focused in exquisitely well written characters that develop masterfully from episode to episode. A lived in, practical production of sets instead of lieu of the ever overused Volume setup provide a welcome reprieve from the franchises overuse of digital effects. The show seems tailored to an adult audience as well and dips its toes into themes not seen in a Star Wars property. All of the first seasons parts are woven together masterfully. This show will stand tall from the pack of its lesser peers for years to come. One can only hope that Disney will invest in the precedent Andor's style creates.… Expand

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ProfAmateurDec 8, 2022

My first thought was that another production is just to make more and more money for disney. But indeed i liked the series. It shows the beginning of the rebellion in times of the hard imperials regime.

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largablargNov 18, 2022

Disney has been producing garbage tier work for years. The criticisms are as consistent as they are ignored. That level of arrogance makes it difficult / impossible to load up a new installment, it is insulting. That’s why this show doesn’tDisney has been producing garbage tier work for years. The criticisms are as consistent as they are ignored. That level of arrogance makes it difficult / impossible to load up a new installment, it is insulting. That’s why this show doesn’t have good ratings. Long term apathy due to ignorance. The folks that made this show are not getting the reception they deserve, it’s great. It has everything Disney pretends to care about in a excellently executed package. I doubt management will get why this is different from their other offerings. Who cares. Watch it for yourself, not Disney, good is good and deserves to be rewarded no matter who paid for it. (Little premature, I haven’t seen the final episode, but I really doubt it will drop the ball at the finale)… Expand

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McHoxNov 23, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. peak star wars as it should be, well written with great acting and cinematography… Expand

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ThunderMonkeyDec 1, 2022

Finally, a believable story with characters who make comprehensible actions.
I would love to see more Disney productions of this level instead of the junk they have produced over the last few years.

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YeahYeahJoeFoxOct 13, 2022

A more mature take on Star Wars. Great acting, writing and directing. This is a more intimate look into the start of the rebellion and it’s brilliant. When a story is told this way, every thing that happens carries more weight. I hope we getA more mature take on Star Wars. Great acting, writing and directing. This is a more intimate look into the start of the rebellion and it’s brilliant. When a story is told this way, every thing that happens carries more weight. I hope we get more like this.… Expand

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Kelliente13Oct 14, 2022

As a huge fan of Star Wars, I couldn't be more delighted with this show. Not only does it use deep lore references in great ways that contribute to the worldbuilding (not just fan service) It has the best writing, acting, and cinematographyAs a huge fan of Star Wars, I couldn't be more delighted with this show. Not only does it use deep lore references in great ways that contribute to the worldbuilding (not just fan service) It has the best writing, acting, and cinematography of any star wars media since Empire. It would be a well made thriller in its own right. The fact its set in the Star Wars universe and fleshing out the pre-rebellion era is icing on the cake.… Expand

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That_Film_ProfNov 18, 2022

Possibly the best live action Star Wars series. The subtlety, character development, and production design is exquisite. It's never overdone, never agenda-driven, and never spectacle-driven. The irony is that it's the most human show I'vePossibly the best live action Star Wars series. The subtlety, character development, and production design is exquisite. It's never overdone, never agenda-driven, and never spectacle-driven. The irony is that it's the most human show I've seen in the last three years despite being set in a galaxy far, far away.… Expand

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jollybean1213Nov 25, 2022

This is probably the best and my favourite from the Star Wars franchise. Everything is perfect. I literally want to watch it back from the start already. Very excited about the next season!!!!

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G1adiusDec 4, 2022

Propably the best Disney Series to date. A counterpoint to the general „spaceballs“ feel of the franchise. I really liked the depiction of the imperial bureaucracy - very believable. Star Wars taken seriously.

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dingleberryjackSep 22, 2022

Rogue One was a film for thinking adults, and Cassian Andor was the most interesting character. This series is off to a great start in the same vein.

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bcdserraOct 17, 2022

Waited until episode 6 because of the slow buildup but it was worth the wait as that is one of the best tv episodes of 2022 and one the best hours of the Star Wars medium in existence. This show is thrilling, well written, well directed andWaited until episode 6 because of the slow buildup but it was worth the wait as that is one of the best tv episodes of 2022 and one the best hours of the Star Wars medium in existence. This show is thrilling, well written, well directed and with great cinematography. Luna and Skarsgaard are doing a tremendous job and it's very interesting seeing them kick off what is going to be the rebellion. Do not sleep on this.… Expand

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UncleWillardSep 23, 2022

Star Wars for adults. I really like the gritty, lived-in feel of Andor. Everything looks used...worn. The dude in the tower needs to chill. Can't say I like Rogue One at all, but Ikke this.

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Voodoo123Sep 23, 2022

Wonderfully textured screenplay with an impressive budget. Like a dark chocolate star wars written for adults we get to experience the far far away downtrodden working folk of the star wars universe. Watched first whole season- I feel theWonderfully textured screenplay with an impressive budget. Like a dark chocolate star wars written for adults we get to experience the far far away downtrodden working folk of the star wars universe. Watched first whole season- I feel the rebellion brewing... Fantastic stuff.… Expand

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elljawaSep 23, 2022

Best live action star wars show so far. No real competition. Great writing, cinematography, sets, acting, etc.

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YcoSep 29, 2022

Andor doesn't mind taking its time, which works well for the show. Excellent worldbuilding is obtained through a combination of a good ensemble cast, and style reminiscent of great films like 'in bruges' and 'tinker tailor'. One scene, inAndor doesn't mind taking its time, which works well for the show. Excellent worldbuilding is obtained through a combination of a good ensemble cast, and style reminiscent of great films like 'in bruges' and 'tinker tailor'. One scene, in which a senator gets into her vehicle and opens her coat for some air, communicates her vulnerability masterfully. In an age where shows hit you over the head with dialogue and explain everything explicitly, this is a salve to my SW fan's soul.… Expand

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indieinsightsSep 25, 2022

It reminds me of Star Wars Rebels to some degree, which had many casual daily life storylines. And, if the writer of Star Wars Rogue is also the creator of Andor, you know what to expect, right? I like that. There have been so many crazy JediIt reminds me of Star Wars Rebels to some degree, which had many casual daily life storylines. And, if the writer of Star Wars Rogue is also the creator of Andor, you know what to expect, right? I like that. There have been so many crazy Jedi this, Sith that, and yet-another-Death Star stories, that it is hard for them to be unique in the end. I feel that Andor is the best Star Wars series since Mandalorian, with similar ideas on casual daily life outside of the Skywalker family soap opera. Andor is slow, yes. But we'll see.… Expand

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JediMosEisleyOct 23, 2022

Andor series is strong on characters & serious acting. Some will miss "baby yoda/little Leia" Disney cuteness but this series is gritty & good.

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Anton56432Oct 17, 2022

Best Disney Series Yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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guilhermefdiasDec 2, 2022

Best piece of Star Wars media in years.
Incredible well written, well acted, well everything. Its amazing, WE NEED MORE OF THIS!