Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look
Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look

Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look

2022Movie10 minEnglish

Celebrate Disney+ Day with a special look at the Star Wars original series Andor.

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IMDb8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic83/100
Google Users95%
Director: Tony GilroyGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

This "Special Look" offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of the Star Wars series 'Andor.' It delves into the gritty, grounded origins of Cassian Andor, exploring his journey from a thief to a committed rebel. The featurette highlights the series' mature tone, complex characters, and its focus on the birth of the Rebellion against the oppressive Galactic Empire.

Critical Reception

While the 'Special Look' itself is a promotional piece, the series 'Andor' it promotes received widespread critical acclaim for its sophisticated storytelling, strong performances, and mature exploration of political themes within the Star Wars universe. Critics lauded its departure from typical franchise formula, focusing on character development and the human cost of rebellion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its mature and nuanced storytelling, offering a fresh perspective on the Star Wars universe.
  • Lauded for exceptional performances, particularly Diego Luna's portrayal of Cassian Andor.
  • Celebrated for its grounded, realistic approach to the formation of a rebellion and the sacrifices involved.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly approved of the series 'Andor,' praising its compelling narrative, character depth, and the mature, gritty tone that sets it apart from other Star Wars content. Many appreciated the focus on the 'why' of the rebellion and the intricate political landscape depicted.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for multiple awards including a Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama and numerous Critics' Choice Television Awards.

Fun Fact

The "Special Look" was released on September 8, 2022, coinciding with Disney+ Day, as a promotional event to build anticipation for the series premiere later that month.

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sammmbennettt

After watching the two episode premiere of <i>Ahsoka</i>, and not feeling a great deal from it, I ended up going back and watching the first episode of <i>Andor</i>. And then just watched all of <i>Andor</i> again by accident 💀 <i>Andor...
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MovieGuys

Superficially, Andor looks promising. It has a gritty quality, offering a more adult take on the Star Wars universe. It has decent actors too and at least for the first three episodes, the woke nonsense, I've come to associate with new ...