Andor has often been described as one of the most politically grounded Star Wars series ever made. That framing has led some viewers to label it as explicitly left-leaning. According to Tony Gilroy, that interpretation misses the point. In a recent interview, Gilroy addressed the assumption head-on, making it clear that while his own political beliefs lean left, Andor was never designed to argue for a specific political program. Why This Conversation Keeps Coming Up Andor arrived at a moment when audiences are primed to read politics into everything. The show deals with authoritarian power, surveillance, bureaucracy, and rebellion—topics that naturally invite real-world comparisons. But Gilroy’s position is that Andor isn’t interested in policy debates. It’s interested in pressure. That distinction matters, especially as Star Wars storytelling has increasingly been filtered through modern political lenses rather than narrative intent. What Gilroy Actually Said Speaking on a podcast interview, Gilroy explained…
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Ahsoka Season 2 Will Dive Deeper Into the Nightsisters of Dathomir
One of Ahsoka’s most intriguing elements wasn’t a Jedi, a Sith, or even a familiar legacy character. It was the Nightsisters of Dathomir—and Season 2 is set to take them much further. According to Jane Edwina Seymour, who portrays Mother Lakesis, the next season will explore the Nightsisters “more fully and deeply” than before. That’s not a throwaway promise. It hints at a shift in focus that could reshape how this corner of Star Wars mythology is understood on screen. Why This Matters Now Season 1 of Ahsoka introduced the Nightsisters less as background lore and more as active players with their own agendas. They weren’t relics of The Clone Wars or Rebels. They were alive, strategic, and clearly operating on a long game. Season 2 appears ready to pay that setup off. For fans who’ve followed the Nightsisters across animation, novels, and games, this is the first time live-action…
Ewan McGregor Wants One More Star Wars Wish Fulfilled — Obi-Wan in Clone Wars Armor
In a franchise that rarely looks backward without a plan, Ewan McGregor just made a surprisingly grounded request: he wants to wear Obi-Wan Kenobi’s Clone Wars armor in live action—and he wants to do it alongside Hayden Christensen. “I want to get that [Clone Wars] armor on,” McGregor said at Fan Expo Chicago. “That armor stuff. Come on now… Hopefully, Hayden and I get to do more.” It’s a simple wish. And that’s exactly why it matters. Why This Matters Now Star Wars is in a moment of recalibration. After years of rapid expansion, Lucasfilm has slowed its pace, choosing projects more carefully and letting nostalgia breathe instead of flooding the market with it. Against that backdrop, McGregor’s comment doesn’t feel like fan-service bait. It feels like a reminder of an era that still hasn’t been fully explored in live action—despite being one of the most beloved periods in Star…
Dave Filoni Honored With Lucasfilm Service Award After 20 Years of Shaping Star Wars
Some milestones don’t need hype. They speak for themselves. Dave Filoni has received a Lucasfilm Service Award, recognizing 20 years with the company and a body of work that has quietly, steadily reshaped how Star Wars tells its stories. It’s a moment that feels overdue—and entirely fitting. Why this matters now Star Wars has changed dramatically over the last two decades. Formats shifted. Audiences broadened. Expectations hardened. Through all of that, Filoni became a constant. Not because he chased trends, but because he understood the connective tissue of the galaxy far, far away—its themes, its rhythms, and its emotional logic. The Service Award isn’t about a single show or character. It’s about continuity. Stewardship. Trust. What the award recognizes The Lucasfilm Service Award is an internal honor, given to individuals whose long-term contributions helped define the company’s creative identity. In Filoni’s case, that contribution spans animation, live-action television, character creation,…
Andor Season 2 Named TV Show of the Year by Empire Magazine
This isn’t just another accolade. It’s a statement. Empire Magazine has named Andor Season 2 TV Show of the Year, placing a grounded, politically sharp Star Wars series at the very top of television in 2025. For a franchise better known for spectacle than subtlety, that recognition lands with real weight. Why this matters now By the time Season 2 reached its conclusion, Andor had already earned a reputation for doing things differently. No Force mysticism. No legacy comfort beats. Just pressure, consequence, and the slow grind of rebellion. Empire’s decision confirms that approach didn’t just work for Star Wars fans — it worked for television as a whole. What Empire recognized In naming Andor its top series of the year, Empire highlighted the show’s ability to fuse political tension, character-driven storytelling, and moral complexity without losing momentum. Season 2 expanded its scope while keeping its focus tight. Cassian’s arc…
Ahsoka Season 2 Release Date: Why Disney Still Hasn’t Announced One
If you’re searching for an Ahsoka Season 2 release date, you’re not missing an announcement. There simply isn’t one. Despite strong viewership, a confirmed continuation, and months of fan anticipation, Disney and Lucasfilm have yet to lock in — or publicly acknowledge — a release window for Season 2 of Ahsoka. And that silence is exactly why questions around the show’s future timing have surged. Here’s what’s actually going on, what Disney’s latest release slate tells us, and why the absence of a date may be more intentional than alarming. Is There an Official Ahsoka Season 2 Release Date? No. As of now, Disney has not announced a release date — or even a release year — for Ahsoka Season 2. There has been no formal confirmation tied to Disney+, no press release, and no placement on Disney’s publicly updated content slate for 2026. While Lucasfilm has acknowledged that the…
Andor Season 2 Named Best Television Series of 2025 by IGN
This isn’t a popularity contest win. It’s a credibility one. Andor Season 2 has officially been voted Best Television Series of 2025 by IGN, placing a grounded, politically charged Star Wars story at the very top of the year’s TV landscape. And that matters more than it might sound. Why this matters right now Awards season conversations often orbit prestige dramas, genre standouts, and cultural heavyweights. Star Wars television hasn’t always been part of that discussion. Andor just forced its way in. IGN’s recognition lands as Season 2 closes the book on Cassian Andor’s journey, confirming that the series didn’t just start strong — it finished with authority. What IGN recognized IGN’s Best of 2025 honor reflects the full scope of what Andor accomplished in its second and final season. The show leaned harder into political tension, moral compromise, and the personal cost of rebellion. It trusted silence as much…
Skeleton Crew Turns 1 Year Old — So… Where’s Season 2?
Happy anniversary to Skeleton Crew!One year ago today, the Amblin-meets-Star-Wars adventure series premiered, bringing a youthful, Goonies-flavored energy to the galaxy far, far away. Whether you loved its Spielbergian charm, the kid-led cast, or Jude Law’s mysterious Force-user vibes, Skeleton Crew carved out its own unique pocket of Star Wars storytelling. And now that we’ve hit the one-year mark, fans are all thinking the same thing: Wouldn’t today be the perfect day to announce Season 2? A Year Later, What’s the Legacy of Skeleton Crew? When Skeleton Crew launched, it was pitched as a coming-of-age adventure set during the New Republic era. The series took risks — a kid-centric cast, a tone closer to Stranger Things or Super 8, and episodic adventures that shifted wildly in style depending on the writer or director. Over the past year, fans have embraced: And like every Star Wars series, it left unanswered questions…
Skeleton Crew Scores 17 Children’s & Family Emmy Nominations — A Huge Win for Star Wars Storytelling
The Force is definitely strong with Skeleton Crew. Lucasfilm’s coming-of-age Star Wars series has officially been nominated for 17 Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, making it one of the most recognized shows of the entire season. For a series that blends Amblin-style adventure with Star Wars spirit, this level of acclaim is a huge moment — not just for the show, but for the future of young-audience storytelling in the galaxy far, far away. Here’s a breakdown of the categories Skeleton Crew was nominated for — and why each one matters. A Full Breakdown of the Nominations Skeleton Crew racked up nominations across nearly every major category, including: • Best Young Teen Series• Best Lead Actor – Jude Law• Best Younger Performer – Ravi Cabot-Conyers• Best Writing for a Young Teen Series• Best Directing for a Live Action Series• Best Cinematography• Best Editing• Best Sound Mixing & Editing – Live…
Bryce Dallas Howard Is Back in the Director’s Chair for Ahsoka’s Next Chapter
Bryce Dallas Howard coming aboard Ahsoka Season 2 as a director isn’t just a star cameo—it’s more like having a seasoned Star Wars captain navigate key scenes. She already has credits across the Star Wars galaxy, and her involvement now signals that those two episodes might carry extra weight. Her Star Wars Direction Credits: More Than Just Ahsoka Let’s talk about her Star Wars credits—because she has more than just one: So when Howard steps into Ahsoka, she’s not new to the Star Wars set. She’s practically been hanging backstage, picking up know-how. What Her Episodes Might Feel Like Given her track record—and how emotional Skeleton Crew’s “Zero Friends Again” turned out—her Ahsoka segments may lean more into: And yes, if romance shows up a little more than before, I won’t be surprised. Howard’s description (“beautiful, thrilling, romantic”) suggests she’s weaving in layers the show hasn’t always spelled out. Why…
Dan Gilroy: How Palpatine Might’ve Snuck into Andor if It Had Spanned Five Seasons
One of the most compelling Star Wars spin-offs, Andor, concluded after two seasons—but it almost had a much different story arc. A Famous Emperor That Could Have Appeared According to writer Dan Gilroy (yes, Tony Gilroy’s brother), if Andor had gone the distance as originally planned, it likely would’ve brought Emperor Palpatine into the narrative. The show was initially envisioned as a five-season saga charting Cassian Andor’s rise and the Empire’s growing dominance. Even though Palpatine was frequently mentioned, his physical presence was always beyond reach—until now, at least in concept. Tony Gilroy previously confirmed Darth Vader was never a narrative priority. He felt that writing Vader was creatively restrictive—Palpatine, perhaps less so, but still a weighty figure to introduce. Why Andor Ended Early Andor wrapped up with a dramatic second season because the scale of production became unsustainable—both logistically and financially. Instead of traversing five chronological seasons, the team…
Paul Tassi: The Acolyte Never Actually Broke Star Wars Canon—Even After All the Drama
One year after The Acolyte was canceled, Forbes writer Paul Tassi revisited the controversy—and delivered a reminder that may surprise even the most diligent fans: the series didn’t actually break Star Wars canon. If your social feed has been ablaze with complaints about Jedi lore, Dark Side mechanics, or timeline inconsistencies, Tassi argues it’s time to take a deep breath. Showrunner Leslye Headland made a point of ensuring nothing in the narrative crossed the boundaries of canon, no matter how provocative it looked on the surface. Dissecting the Canon Controversy In his article, Tassi points out that every eyebrow-raising twist in The Acolyte holds up under scrutiny. Fans flagged details like Force mechanics, timeline alignment, and character motivations—but none, he says, truly contradicted established Star Wars lore when examined with care. On the contrary, Headland’s creative team reportedly vetted every plot point carefully. That means hypocritical or surprising storytelling doesn’t…
Darth Revan’s First TV Appearance? It’s LEGO—And It’s Perfect
After decades of living in the realm of Star Wars legends, video games, books, and cosplays, Darth Revan has officially made his first TV appearance. No, not in a dark, brooding, live-action Disney+ series. Not yet. Instead, the iconic Knights of the Old Republic Sith Lord has been immortalized in… LEGO form. And honestly? It’s kind of brilliant. The Galactic Cameo That Changes Everything (Sort Of) In LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past, Revan shows up for a quick, delightful cameo—mask, dual lightsabers, dramatic entrance and all. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment, but for longtime fans, it’s a seismic brick-built shift. We’ve waited years to see Revan on screen, and while this isn’t the gritty saga adaptation many dream of, it’s a charming wink that says, “Yes, he’s still here. And yes, we know you want more.” Why Revan in LEGO Form Just Works Let’s be…
Ewan McGregor Reportedly Joins Hayden Christensen in Ahsoka Season 2
The galaxy might be in for a reunion worthy of a holovid highlight reel. During an appearance at Fan Expo Boston 2025, Ewan McGregor—our forever Obi-Wan Kenobi—appears to have let slip that he’ll be joining Hayden Christensen in Ahsoka Season 2. While Lucasfilm hasn’t issued an official statement, multiple attendee reports and photos from the panel suggest the Star Wars prequel duo will be sharing the screen once again. A Possible “Oops” Moment on Stage According to Star Wars News Net, the reveal came in the form of an off-the-cuff remark. Allegedly, McGregor told the audience: “We begin shooting season two [Ahsoka] soon – wait, was I supposed to say that?” The line has been widely shared online, but without video evidence, it remains in the category of “unverified but juicy.” Nexus Point News, who posted photos of McGregor and Christensen together at the event, also claimed on social media…
Andor Scores Big with 3 TCA Nominations—Why the Critics Still Can’t Get Enough
Since its April 22 release, Andor Season 2 has been lighting up the streaming galaxy—and now it’s officially in the spotlight. The Television Critics Association just announced the nominees for its 41st Annual TCA Awards, and Andor scored three major nods: That’s critical acclaim served Rebel-style. With over 200 TV critics weighing in, these nominations are like hitting double-line bets in the prestige-TV casinos. Andor isn’t just floating around the galaxy—it’s commanding the table. Why This Matters: Andor at the Apex of Prestige What makes TCA nods feel different is their pedigree. These are the votes of seasoned critics who follow shows week-in, week-out. They’re not dazzled by big budgets or flashy cameos—they reward storytelling depth, thematic weight, and emotional truth. : Program of the Year Andor goes toe-to-toe with heavyweights like Severance, The White Lotus, and Hacks. It’s the galaxy’s best TV calling card. : Achievement in Drama The…