Is ‘Andor’ Season 2 Worth the Hype? Rotten Tomatoes Scores Say Yes!

Tomorrow marks the start of the three-episode debut for the second season of “Andor” on Disney+, and the final episode of this remarkable Star Wars TV series has been generating a flurry of positive reviews. Does the ending meet the high standards set by Season 1? According to Rotten Tomatoes, it does, with an impressive yes! So far, the second season is outperforming its predecessor, currently holding a 98% rating on the site, which is two points higher than the first season’s score.

According to Joonatan Itkonen from Toisto.net, this is a significant and rebellious masterpiece within its genre, powerfully portraying the struggle for liberty. As a compact series of twelve episodes, it skillfully rekindles the spirit of oppressed characters first introduced by George Lucas in his Vietnam-inspired allegory, “Star Wars: A New Hope.” Similarly, Brendan Hodges from Next Big Picture praised its similarities to Lucas’ work, expressing that the show effectively conveys the voice of the downtrodden as Lucas did in “A New Hope.

Great art invites us to explore our inner selves, followed by a reflection on our role within the societal structures and contemplate potential changes we can strive for. The second season of ‘Andor’ not only accomplishes this but goes beyond, offering thought-provoking content.

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I can’t help but express my admiration for the exceptional acting displayed by Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, and Adria Arjona in the return of Andor. Their performances are nothing short of remarkable, made even more impressive by some of the sharpest, most thought-provoking writing you’ll find on today’s television. Even Julian Roman from MovieWeb couldn’t help but sing praises for season 2 of Andor in his review.

In conclusion, Andor’s second season is nothing short of remarkable, with a gripping plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The showrunner and writer, Tony Gilroy, masterfully presents Star Wars for an adult audience, delving deeply into the complex themes of good versus evil. Prepare to be amazed as your jaw drops throughout each of the twelve outstanding episodes.

‘Andor’ Is Some of the Best Storytelling in the ‘Star Wars’ Universe

In its first season, “Andor” has received acclaim not just for the acting by its principal actors, but also for its compelling narrative. It seems that the writers, including Tony Gilroy, Beau Willimon, Dan Gilroy, and Tom Bissell, haven’t slowed down at all as they move forward with Season 2. According to critic Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence, “Andor” has been some of the finest storytelling to carry the “Star Wars” name, and it even feels like it should be the final live-action prequel.

If Andor Season 1 established a superior benchmark for Star Wars storytelling, then Season 2 has surpassed that standard by an unprecedented margin, according to Maggie Lovitt from Collider. Similarly, Alan Sepinwall from Rolling Stone praised the series, noting its remarkable ability to utilize the elements of this highly profitable franchise to address head-on the rise and combat of fascism.

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2025-04-21 20:34