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Since the release ofThe Mandalorian, we have continued to see more series from theStar Warsuniverse includingThe Book of Boba Fett and Obi-Wan Kenobi.Now the studio has released another ambitious production calledAndor.
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Set 5 years before the events ofRogue One, It acts as the backstory of one of the lead characters from the movie, Cassian Andor played by Diego Luna. We get to see some old characters such as Saw Gerrera and Mon Mothma return and many new ones feature in the series.
Reception of Disney+’s Andor
Released on the 21st of September, the series has garnered largely positive reviews. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has a critical rating of 87%, higher thanObi-Wan Kenobi at82% and the controversial end to the sequels,The Rise of Skywalkerat 52%.
Only beaten byThe Mandalorianat 93%, it’s still a major accomplishment for the studio as it follows the journey of a lesser-known character. Since the critics have given the series a green light, we can expect many casual viewers to also tune in.
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After the treatment ofThe Book of Boba Fettby the studio disappointed many fans, it needed production to redeem itself. WhileObi-Wan Kenobidid do well, the studio need a series with a lesser-known character to succeed and it ended up being Andor.
Will Disney release darker work?
Considering the release of a far more original production with a more serious and dark take, this could be the catalyst for Disney to introduce darker productions. It largely refrains from gore and adult themes to access a larger user base and continue with its policy of being child friendly.
We have seen the dark theme succeed under the studio’s subsidiary Marvel, withDeadpoolandLogan. AsStar Warsalso has many darker stories to adapt from its comics and novels includingGhosts of Vader’s Castle andDark Legends,the possibilities are endless.
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On the other hand, many fans have been concerned that the dark crime seriesDaredevilwould also become a messy comedy likeShe-Hulk: Attorney at Lawon its return asDaredevil: Born Again. But the success ofAndorcould be an indication thatDaredevilwill remain tonally unaltered.
Andoris now streaming on Disney+.
Source:ScreenRant
Nikhil Makwana
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Nikhil Makwana is a writer for FandomWire, with interests in DC comics, anime, indie films, independent films, and Nicolas Cage. He’s pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in BBA,LLB from IFIM Law School. When he’s not writing, he reads books such as the classic Dune series and existential essays from Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre.
