Summary
- Andor season 2 should avoid cameos like the Darth Vader hallway scene in Rogue One to maintain its unique storytelling and stand out as one of the best Star Wars stories ever made.
- The live-action Star Wars shows have suffered when relying too heavily on iconic character cameos; Andor season 2 should focus on new characters crucial to the story rather than overshadowing them with Vader-level cameos.
- While it makes sense for some characters to return in Andor season 2 since it leads into the events of Rogue One, the show should prioritize its expert filmmaking, top-notch writing, and moving character arcs over fan service.
The Darth Vader hallway scene in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was outstanding but created a potential problem for Andor season 2. The first season of Andor was praised as a refreshing take on the Star Wars universe, topped off by emotional performances and a gripping narrative. However, an early storytelling decision proved essential to the show's success, so if Andor season 2 draws too much inspiration from Rogue One, it may lose what made the first season special.
Several Star Wars projects have already suffered from the problem that Andor may face in its second season. The Star Wars sequel trilogy began with praise from critics and fans alike, but the later movies made choices that divided audiences. The live-action Star Wars shows started strong with The Mandalorian season 1, but the show eventually dropped in quality while its spinoffs received mixed reviews. Andor season 2 can avoid this fate and remain one of the best Star Wars stories ever made, but only if it avoids repeating the Darth Vader scene in Rogue One.
