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Geek Vibes Nation
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
'ANDOR' Showrunner Tony Gilroy Does Not Think Much of Marvel's Playbook
Let's be real: Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) are two of the biggest entertainment juggernauts out there, both sitting comfortably under Disney's massive umbrella. But beyond their shared corporate parent, they've got something else in common—a knack for kicking off production with half-baked scripts or shaky plans. Think of the MCU's Captain America: Brave New World, which reportedly scrambled to find its footing, or Star Wars, which hasn't graced theaters since the polarizing Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker back in 2019. Both franchises have stumbled, but one Star Wars series managed to rise above the chaos: Andor. The second season of Andor has fans and critics raving, but it wasn't always smooth sailing. In a candid Zoom chat with /Film's Ben Pearson, showrunner Tony Gilroy spilled the tea on how Andor dodged a bullet by avoiding the same storytelling traps that have tripped up Marvel. An Early Misstep Almost Derailed Andor Picture this: Andor was originally pitched as a buddy-cop romp featuring Diego Luna's Cassian Andor and Alan Tudyk's snarky droid K-2SO. Think Star Wars meets Bad Boys—all action, quips, and maybe a few explosions. It could've been a blast, but Gilroy wasn't sold. 'In the show, it's perfect. [K-2SO's late introduction was] something I always intended. The versions that they had of the show prior, they were slick and they were interesting. They were not bad, but they had a fatal flaw, it seemed to me, which is if that's your show, that we're going to storm the Citadel in the pilot, what are you going to do in episode 9? What do you do? You're just going to keep getting the disc?' Gilroy, who's penned gritty hits like Michael Clayton and the Bourne trilogy, knew better. He scrapped the buddy-cop vibe and turned Andor into a tense, character-driven spy thriller. K-2SO's big entrance got pushed back, letting Cassian's journey from petty crook to rebel hero take center stage. The result feels less like a popcorn flick and more like a novel you can't put down. Marvel's Tesseract Trouble Gilroy didn't just critique Andor's early drafts—he took a swing at the MCU's playbook, too. He zeroed in on what he calls 'Tesseract-chasing.' Remember 2012's The Avengers? The whole plot revolves around the Tesseract, a glowing cube everyone's fighting over. 'Trying to get the, what do they call it? I can't remember the name of the box. What the f*** is the name of the box in 'The Avengers'? What the f*** are they going for? […] The Tesseract! That's why all those Marvel movies are all — that's why they fail. You're just constantly … if that's all you're doing, then all you're doing is just trying to get the Tesseract.' He's got a point. The MCU built its empire on MacGuffins—those plot-driving objects like the Tesseract (later revealed as an Infinity Stone), the Orb in Guardians of the Galaxy, or the Time Stone in Doctor Strange. The formula was gold for a while: heroes chase the shiny thing, bad guys get in the way, cue the epic battle. But as the MCU ballooned, this rinse-and-repeat approach started to feel stale. Vanity Fair has pointed out how Marvel's obsession with interconnected plots and spectacle has left its stories feeling hollow. How Andor Got It Right Andor could've gone the same route, churning out forgettable heist-of-the-week episodes. Instead, Gilroy bet on substance over flash. He wove a story rich with political intrigue and moral gray areas, making Cassian's transformation feel real and earned. The show's been compared to The Wire for its depth, a far cry from the MCU's splashy CGI slugfests. Gilroy's no rookie when it comes to fixing messes. He helped turn Rogue One from a troubled production into a fan favorite, and Andor proves he's still got the magic touch. Meanwhile, Marvel's recent flops, like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (Rotten Tomatoes), show what happens when you lean too hard on formula over heart. What Blockbusters Can Learn Gilroy's take boils down to a simple truth: MacGuffins like the Tesseract or the Ark of the Covenant in Raiders of the Lost Ark can kickstart a story, but they can't carry it. When franchises like the MCU—or Andor's early drafts—bank everything on chasing the next big plot device, they lose what makes stories stick: characters we root for and stakes that hit home. Andor proves you can tell bold, meaningful stories within a giant franchise. As Star Wars gears up for new films like James Mangold's project ( and the MCU aims to bounce back with Avengers: Secret Wars, they'd be smart to take notes from Gilroy. Forget the Tesseract. Tell a story that matters.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Andor Season 2 MVP Elizabeth Dulau Talks Kleya's ‘Entirely Conflicted' Final Mission, and Her Series-Ending Fate
The following contains spoilers from Season 2, Episodes 10, 11 and 12 (aka the series finale) of , now streaming on Disney+. Andor Season 2 not only elevated Kleya Marki's presence as Luthen Rael's assistant, it fleshed out, via flashbacks, the complicated backstory that first brought these two individuals together. More from TVLine Andor Is Over, and Denise Gough Is Cheering Dedra's Fate: 'I'm So Happy' Daredevil: Born Again: Krysten Ritter to Return as Jessica Jones in Season 2 Andor Star Hopes Mon Mothma's 'Death of Truth' Speech Resonates During Today's Times In short, as detailed in Season 2, Episode 10: Seventeen years prior, a Sergeant Lear (Luthen) found a wee Kleya hiding in his ship, amidst what sounded like a brutal ground war. Clearly repulsed by the ravages of war, Lear kept the girl a secret, presumably went AWOL, and created new identities for them. In their travels, Kleya was witness to assorted atrocities as Luthen steeled her for what would be required of a rebel. Adult Kleya entertained these memories as she craftily infiltrated the Coruscant hospital where Luthen, who'd attempted to end his life after being found by ISB supervisor Dedra Meero, was in ICU. Kleya handily wielded a blaster and ultimately triggered explosions on nearby landing pads, to draw the stormtroopers and guards from the path to Luthen's room. Once inside his room, she detached her father figure's life support — and shed a tear before planting a tender kiss on his forehead. Afterward, Kleya retreated to the Coruscant safe house and used a hidden radio to reach out. It was then a race against time as Cassian, Melshi and K-2SO flew from Yavin to Coruscant, while ISB Officer Heert and his people closed in on the radio signal's origin. Cassian & Co. just barely managed to exfiltrate Kleya, then brought her, wounded by a stun grenade, to Yavin for medical care. Cassian and Kleya also did their best to alert Mon Mothma, Bail Organa et al to the 'super weapon' intel that Luthen had relayed to Kleya, though they were met with skepticism. But as the series finale drew to a close, Cassian and K-2SO were cleared to meet up with a source, Tivik, on Kafrene — as in, one of the very first scenes from Rogue One. TVLine spoke with Elizabeth Dulau, who played Kleya, about her Season 2 ascendance, that nail-biter of an Episode 6 sequence, and the superspy's ultimate fate. TVLINE | Were you prepared for how wonderfully active and fleshed-out a character Kleya became in Season 2?I mean, I was hoping that she would become that, that her role would expand and that you'd get to know her a bit more. But what's brilliant about [Andor creator] Tony [Gilroy]'s writing is that you really never know where it's going to go. So, no, I wasn't prepared for exactly where he was going to take her — but I love where she went in the end. TVLINE | Do you have any fun anecdotes from Episode 6's super-tense Great Transistor Removal scene? I mean, I do, but… I won't be sharing it online. [Laughs] But this scene was so fun to shoot because I had quite a long time to prepare for it. The script didn't change too much, a month or two in the lead up to the day, so I could learn my lines really far in advance, which was great because this scene was incredibly technical. Kleya's focus is on four different things. She's focusing on [removing] the bug underneath the artifact; she's focusing on pretending to seem like she's flirting with Lonnie; she's also focusing on Lonnie to make sure he doesn't freak out; and she's focusing on the other group in the room to make sure they don't see what she's doing. Having my lines learned so far in advance meant that I didn't have to think about them on the day, and I could just pick each moment in the script to throw my attention to the different the different parts of that machine. TVLINE | Talk about any conflicted feelings Kleya had in Episode 11, during her mission at the hospital. The key to Kleya's mindset in that episode with the mission at the hospital is that she is entirely conflicted. Luthen, when she first met him 17 years prior, he was part of something that was horrifying to her, and pulled apart her whole life. So there's a lot of resentment towards him ,and hate and fear towards Luthen, and then she doesn't forget that. It was so horrific, she can't forgive him and move on from that, but love grows for him unintentionally over the years. And so I think Claire uses the hate that she's felt for him to help her do what she needs to do, but the love that she feels for him gets in the way. So shooting that scene, I really wanted to connect with those both those conflicting feelings as intensely as I could, because I think it's the tension between those two feelings that eventually pulls her apart. In Episode 11 and 12, she's a broken person because she's pulled apart by those two warring emotions. TVLINE | What did you think of her ultimate fate at the end of the series? Well, her ultimate fate at the end of the series is actually the beginning of something new for Kleya — and that's what's so exciting. That this really complicated and heartbreaking and immense chapter in her life with Luthen has come to a close. And I suppose the obvious question then is, 'What's next?' Want scoop on , or for any other Star Wars TV show? Shoot an email to , and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line! Best of TVLine Yellowjackets' Tawny Cypress Talks Episode 4's Tai/Van Reunion: 'We're All Worried About Taissa' Vampire Diaries Turns 10: How Real-Life Plot Twists Shaped Everything From the Love Triangle to the Final Death Vampire Diaries' Biggest Twists Revisited (and Explained)
Geek Tyrant
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Cool New Behind the Scenes Featurette for ANDOR Season 2 — GeekTyrant
If you've been enjoying Lucasfilm's Andor Season 2, I've got a great new featurette for you to watch titled 'The World of Andor' offering a behind the scenes look at what went into bringing the second chapter of the story to life. It features interviews with the cast and crew talking about the story, the production value, and building that world in genral. Diego Luna's Cassian Andor and his journey. It reveals that Season 2 will see him take his place as a leader in the rebellion. Season One of the series followed Diego Luna's Cassian and his reluctant journey from cynical nobody to revolutionary volunteer. Andor Season Two will see him transform from soldier to leader to hero on the way to his epic destiny. From the very first scene, Cassian's story has activated an ever-widening ensemble of allies and enemies. Season Two will see 'these relationships intensify as the horizon of galactic war draws near. Everyone will be tested and, as the stakes rise, the betrayals, sacrifices, and conflicting agendas will become profound. Who will live to see their dream realized? Who will realize what the dream cost?' Along with Luna, the returning cast includes Stellan Skarsgård, Genevieve O'Reilly, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Faye Marsay, Varada Sethu and Forest Whitaker. Ben Mendelsohn is also back as Imperial officer Orson Krennic and Alan Tudyk as K-2SO. Gilroy penned the first three episodes, while Beau Willimon, Dan Gilroy, and Tom Bissell each take over subsequent blocks. Directing duties are also split into three phases: Ariel Kleiman handles the first half (Episodes 1–6), Janus Metz takes the next three, and Alonso Ruizpalacios wraps things up with the final episodes (10–12). Andor Season 2 premiered on Disney+ on April 22, 2025. The remaining episodes are set to be released on May 6: Episodes 7–9, and May 13: Episodes 10–12.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Andor Season 2 Part 3: When will next episode release and what to expect in it? See Episodes 7 to 9 release date, time and plot
Disney Plus is set to release the next part of Andor Season 2 . Episodes 7 to 9 will drop together as Part 3 of the season. This release brings viewers deeper into the story, focusing on political shifts and character developments. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Inside Operation Tupac: Pakistan's secret project to burn Kashmir Who is Asim Munir, the Zia-style general shaping Pakistan's faith-driven military revival 'Looking for partners, not preachers': India's strong message for EU amid LoC tensions Release Date and Time for Episodes 7 to 9 Andor Season 2 Part 3 includes Episodes 7, 8, and 9. All three episodes will be released on Tuesday, May 6. The official release time is 6 pm PT or 9 pm ET in the United States and 10pm BRT in Brazil. For international viewers, the episodes will arrive early on Wednesday, May 7. Here is the release time for major regions at 2 am BST in United Kingdom, 3 am CEST in Central Europe, 4 am EEST in Eastern Europe, 6:30 am IST in India, 11 am AEST in Australia and 1 pm NZST in New Zealand. Also Read: Destiny 2's Rite of the Nine: All about dungeons, difficulty levels and weapon rewards Plot Episodes 7 to 9 will explore important events in the series timeline. Genevieve O'Reilly, who plays Mon Mothma, said her character will go through a political journey in these episodes. This arc is set in 2 BBY, one year after the previous events. Live Events These episodes are expected to cover the moment on Ghorman. This event is an important part of Star Wars history. It plays a role in starting the Galactic Civil War . The political fallout will shape the rest of the story. Fans have noticed that K-2SO, played by Alan Tudyk, has not appeared this season. During Star Wars Celebration Live, Tony Gilroy confirmed that the reprogrammed Imperial droid will appear in Episode 8. This marks a key return in the story. FAQs What time do Andor Season 2 Episodes 7-9 release globally? They release at 6pm PT / 9pm ET in the US on May 6. International viewers will get access early on May 7. Will K-2SO appear in the new episodes of Andor Season 2? Yes, Tony Gilroy confirmed that K-2SO will return in Episode 8 of the season.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How to watch 'Andor' Season 2: Streaming time, cast and character guide, Season 1 recap
After nearly three years, Disney's Andor is back for Season 2. The Star Wars political thriller will pick up with rebel Cassian Andor a year after the events of Season 1. Season 2 will see four time jumps, landing us in the days leading up to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård and Adria Arjona are reprising their roles for Season 2. Alan Tudyk will (finally) be joining the cast as K-2SO, who fans of Rogue One were eager to see sooner in the series. But K-2SO isn't the only cameo we can expect. Series creator Tony Gilroy has teased "some [cameos] that are inevitable, [and] there are some that are surprising." Are you ready for Andor Season 2? Here's everything you need to know, including how to watch, the episode release schedule and times, a season 1 recap and more. Andor Season 2 returns to Disney+ on Tuesday, April 22. New episodes of Andor will be released in batches of three, starting April 22 and running through May 13. Each three episodes make up an arc for this season, which is broken up into four arcs: April 22, 2025: Episodes 1-3 April 29, 2025: Episodes 4-6 May 6, 2025: Episodes 7-9 May 13, 2025: Episodes 10-12 We don't have an exact time confirmed for new Andor episodes released on Disney+, but new episodes of other shows have been dropping on the platform at 9 p.m. ET. Diego Luna as Cassian Andor Genevieve O'Reilly as Mon Mothma Stellan Skarsgård as Luthen Rael Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen Denise Gough as Dedra Meero Kyle Soller as Syril Karn Faye Marsay as Vel Sartha Varada Sethu as Cinta Kaz Elizabeth Dulau as Kleya Marki Ben Mendelsohn as Orson Krennic Forest Whitaker as Saw Gerrera Alan Tudyk as K-2SO Muhannad Bhaier as Wilmon Joplin Sibtain as Brasso Kathryn Hunter as Eedy Karn Need more of a refresh? You can always rewatch Season 1 now on Disney+. Stream 'Andor' Season 1 The second season will be the last for Andor, as this season will catch us up on the events leading up to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Season 1 of Andor takes place in 5 BBY, or five years before the Death Star's destruction at the Battle of Yavin in A New Hope. However, it seems Season 2 will feature some time jumps in Cassian Andor's story. The second season will be broken up into four arcs much like Season 1, with the first episode of Season 2 picking up a year after the end of Season 1. Each of the four arcs will then see a year time jump, up to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Young Jedi Adventures (canon unconfirmed) Episode I: The Phantom Menace Episode II: Attack of the Clones Star Wars: The Clone Wars (movie) Star Wars: The Clone Wars (series) Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Star Wars: The Bad Batch Solo: A Star Wars Story Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Wars Rebels Season 1 Season 2 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Episode IV: A New Hope Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Episode VI: Return of the Jedi The Mandalorian Star Wars: Ahsoka The Book of Boba Fett Star Wars: Resistance Episode VII: The Force Awakens Episode VIII: The Last Jedi Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker Bonus: Star Wars: Visions (timeline adjacent) Stream 'Andor' and all of 'Star Wars'
