The second scheduled season of Andor It will mark the end of the road to its creator, Tony Gilroy, in the very distant galaxy, far away
Tony Gilro’s inheritance in Star Wars
Before his foray into the universe of Star WarsGilroy was already a name recognized in Hollywood, thanks to his work in the saga Bournewriting the scripts of The Bourne case (2002), Bourne’s myth (2004) Y Bourne’s ultimatum (2007), in addition to the direction Bourne’s legacy (2012). However, its impact on Star Wars It started in 2016, when it was hired to rewrite Rogue One: A Star Wars Story And the crucial refrassions of the film is dirigi. His contribution was so decisive that he received official credit for the script.
Its role in Andor It was also the key, as it reached the project in 2020 to replace Stephen Schiff as a showrunner and main screenwriter. The series explored the previous years Rogue Oneshowing the transformation of Cassian Andor into a rebellious light.
Thief to a rebellious hero
Cassian Andor, played by Diego LunaHe is a character who represents the evolution of a common man in a symbol of rebellion. Unlike heroes like Luke Skywalkerwhose fate was linked to force, Cassian began his history as a Survivor and thiefwhose fight against the empire arises from need and revenge. For everything Andorits growth has explored to become a key piece in the events of Rogue One.
The series stands out for its tone Darker and realistic of other productions of Star Wars. Unlike The MandalorianWhat the adventure and the western mixes, Andor It is based on political tension and espionage. This approach was praised by its maturity and depth, offering a different vision of the galactic conflict.
Without plans to return to Star Wars
Despite the success of Rogue One y AndorGilroy clarified that he has no intention of developing new projects Star Wars After the end of the series. In an interview with ColliderThe director explained: “It is not really part of my plan. I was involved in the suburbs for 10 years and intensely for six. It is an important part of my life, but there are other things I want to do.
While recognizing his impact on the franchise, Gilroy also expressed the need to shoot the page: “When I finish, I will have left a fairly large piece of the Star Wars universe. I feel a little guilty for not having continued to contribute, but it is time to do something different.
A film about music at the cinema
Far from space and rebellion, Gilroy’s next goal is to direct a film about music in the cinema. “I want to direct before forgetting how to do it. I have a movie that I’m trying to go on, we’ll see if I receive funding “, He commented, indicating that he is ready to return to the film industry with a completely different approach.
The second and last season of Andor will arrive in Disney+ the April 22, 2025. The series will have 12 episodeswhich will be launched in Four blocks of three episodes each. Each block will cover a year in the history of Cassian Andor, to connect directly to the events of Rogue One.
With the farewell of Tony Gilroy of the saga, Andor Is emerging as one of the most exceptional and mature productions within the universe Star Warsoffering a darker and more realistic vision of the fight against the empire. Is this the last time we see Cassian Andor on the screen? Everything indicates yes, but in Star WarsYou can never say.