Why Star Wars Andor is GREAT - Andor Season One Review

Andor's first season is complete! So let's talk about the entire story and whether or not it works. (Spoiler alert: It really, really does)

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[brandonsclips]

This is legitimately one of the best shows I've seen in awhile, let alone star wars.

It made me fall in love with the on screen characters again and made me care about Cassian to the point where he's one of my favorites.


It actually breaks my heart that we're most likely never getting a physical release of this show. I want to out it up there with all the other star wars stuff that is close to my heart

[roughjc]

“Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. ” - Nemik

[Blazecap]

This is not only the best Star wars show but it’s simple one of the best Star Wars things period.

[mydreaminorbit]

The dynamic between Cassian and Jyn has been elevated exponentially because of this series, Rogue One has been elevated, the Empire has been elevated as well. This series has done exactly what I wanted it to do and more. Enhancing the universe in the best way possible. Nothing felt random or out of place. Every character felt real and had a purpose. The show is so good that any problems I have are pushed to the way side. This story was very much Star Wars. No Jedi or Sith were needed to tell a great story. Showing that Star Wars can be done in this way if in the right hands.

[jimw]

Nina Gold is a casting genius. She knows talent. Also works for HBO, so some GOT alums and Chenobyl folks popped up and are fantastic. This was a great series.

[mattblom]

Andor's brilliance in that just having good characters, lacking superpowers, in the Star Wars universe just trying to make their way in a cruel galaxy is so entertaining. It was interesting in all moments 9.5/10

[StuartLugsden]

I like that we didn't see the empire at all in the first 3 episodes and preox morlana was the villain fraction. I want more of that.

[Zeemis]

10:28 - I've heard from another youtuber speculating that there are fewer aliens because a lot of the focus in the environments were in Imperial controlled areas and there's a lot of xenophobia within the empire. You do see more aliens is less Empire controlled areas though.

[MrHereWeGoYo]

For me, the focus on and portrayal of Mon Mothma has been the most surprisingly enjoyable part of the show. She's gone from dismissed, passing character (in my mind) to I absolutely LOVE her.

[luurchify]

I love that Palpatine is not in this because it enhances that fact that the people in this world see them as a big faceless enemy.

[Blazecap]

Say what you will but we definitely know people like Brasso(real ones) and Syril(weirdo’s who still live with their mom). The characters feel real and relatable. And of course let’s not forget Kino Loy. So many memorable characters that someone’s favorite for different reasons. That’s something remarkable and special in my opinion.

[Bad_Wolf_Media]

I think the finale did for Stormtroopers what "The Tragedy" episode of Mando did for Boba Fett. In this case, it was showing Stormtroopers as the ruthless, brutal, efficient military assets that they're supposed to be, as opposed to the cartoony, buffoonish "paper targets" that they've otherwise turned into, including in the aforementioned "The Tragedy."

[almor]

Something only older Brits might notice: Even bit part characters like the old man on the train are played by actors with impressive chops in the UK. That guy has starred in movies and here he is chatting to Luthan on a train for 3 short scenes. I could not love this show more. It's the Star Wars I've been waiting for all my life. I even started to write something like this in my teens about a Star Destroyer bridge crew who realised they were on the wrong team and wanted to defect. It's easily the most interesting period in SW history.

[TheLiamster]

Dedra Meero is one of my favorite imperial characters

[forrestpenrod]

Andor S1 is the best season of Star Wars period, both live action and animation. Acting, writing, cinematography, score, editing, everything fired on all cylinders. The story managed to endear us to multiple POVs that seamlessly wove together into the best cross section of the galaxy ever and culminated in one of the best finales on Television. The themes were potent and true to the heart of Star Wars, the world building was exceptional, and the characters fascinating and memorable. Andor is sublime.

This is a new bar for Star Wars, not in mood but in care, talent, and ambition. Pulp does not equal bad but its too often an excuse for basic or subpar writing/acting/directing.

[younusimam-thesalamproject]

Its the best live action Star Wars stuff since the OT. Ive been yearning for something with this quality of writing and depth.

[TheDarthChief]

I definitely agree on the point of all Star Wars not needing to be like Andor. Star wars should still be able to have big, grand, and mythical stories. I do think however one aspect of the show all Star Wars does need to adopt is the writing. The story, plot, characters, and dialog are all phenomenal. Even the smallest of moments felt huge and important. Most small moments in other SW stories can be easily missed or over looked bc there just isn't as much thought out in and build up for them. Andor took the time to build real, believable, and complex characters and events that we cared about more than almost anything in the big grandiose stories and characters of the movies. We need more thoughtful and well designed stories from here on out.

[NoahsArt]

The thing you said about cameos I am bummed Bail Organa wasn’t in it but I have a feeling he could be in season 2 since it will be in Yavin 4! And I think Tony Gilroy wouldn’t wanna do cameos for fan service but give a reason the character returned. Bail has a reason to be included since news was heavily involved in the rebellion. Palpatine would be a fan service type but if Gilroy could show the political side of palpatine, being all polite and manipulative at the same time, it could work. I can see Tony do it well but I can see him saying no. Overall 10/10 show! Also, I loved the empire not being buffoons but feeing like a real threat!

[pardox]

I think this review epitomizes what I have come to love about this channel. You can love a series and can accept that others might not like it. I personally love some SW films that others hate. And I'm fine w/ ppl hating it. What I'm not fine with is ppl who hate a movie not allowing others to love it. The prequels were not for me, but I'm completely fine with ppl adoring them. We must as a fanbase step away from the gatekeeping that naturally seems to happen with all fanbases. Alex & Mollie are so good at not becoming gatekeepers. A certain SW reactor is rightfully getting a lot of heat for their gatekeeping & this channel is a refreshing break from that sort of toxicity.

I just recently binged all of The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels so I could be more away of Ahsoka's history. Your older videos on TCW & SWR have been a joy to check out. I look forward to catching more of your videos as I look to watch S1 of the Bad Batch. Enjoy your vacation; you definitely have earned it.

[ProdCritic]

It is one of the best TV Shows *PERIOD* of the past 10 years. Forget comparing this to Mando, this belongs alongside shows like Breaking Bad, Mad Men etc...