The end of Andor’s second season has surprised many, especially given how the series reignited enthusiasm for the Star Wars franchise with its mature, espionage-driven narrative. Instead of endlessly extending Cassian Andor’s journey, the creative team chose a satisfying, two-season run that leads naturally into Rogue One. Here’s a closer look at why Disney+ and showrunner Tony Gilroy decided to end the series now, wrapping up one of the most acclaimed origin stories in the galaxy.
Andor Wraps Up After Season Two
After winning over both critics and audiences, Andor has officially concluded with its second season—much to the disappointment of its loyal Star Wars fanbase. As a prequel to Rogue One, the series chronicled Cassian Andor’s transformation from cynical spy to committed Rebel, earning a remarkable 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 3.9/5 from French audiences on AlloCiné. With its blend of gritty storytelling and political intrigue, many assumed Disney+ would keep the adventure going for years. Instead, showrunner Tony Gilroy and the studio agreed to bring the story to a close now, giving Andor a definitive, two-season arc.
The Pitfalls of an Origin Story
In a recent interview, Gilroy explained that his original plan—five seasons charting each year leading up to Rogue One—proved too ambitious. When Disney requested a twelve-episode first season, he quickly realized the scope was far larger than anticipated. “Midway through final script rewrites for season one, I looked at my co-writer Diego and said, ‘We’re dead—how can we pull this off?’” he confessed. The solution came while structuring season two’s production: instead of five full seasons, why not four blocks of three episodes—each block covering one pivotal year—and then time-jump between them? This streamlined approach not only satisfied the narrative link to Rogue One, but also kept the series focused, taut, and true to its cinematic roots.
Ultimately, ending Andor after two seasons allowed the creative team to deliver a concise, emotionally resonant story without overstretching its legs—a rare hit in a universe known for sprawling sagas. Fans may miss their weekly dose of espionage and rebellion, but they’ll remember Andor as a bold experiment in Star Wars storytelling done right.
