With its second season fast approaching, there’s no better time to renew that Disney+ subscription and catch up on Andor, the 12-part (soon to be 24-part) prequel series to Star Wars spinoff movie Rogue One. As intimidating as that might sound, the show requires zero homework, or even a working knowledge of George Lucas’ galaxy far, far away — though familiarity might lead to a greater appreciation of what it pulls off, as arguably the best Star Wars story since the original films. However, regardless of its upcoming return, Andor’s first season is also worth watching for its unapologetic inquiry into the mechanics of fascism and the cost of rebellion. Given recent developments in the United States, from the dismantling of vital institutions to the disappearing of dissenters and protesters, it’s even more vital than when it first aired in 2022.
