Common Sense Media Review
By Polly Conway
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
More mature Rogue One prequel has violence, intrigue.
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Star Wars: Andor
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 16 parent reviews
Parents say the show is a masterfully crafted, mature-themed narrative that delves into the complexities of oppression and resistance, making it unsuitable for younger audiences. Many reviewers highlighted the intense and graphic content, calling for more accurate age ratings and content warnings, while also noting its slower pacing and absence of traditional Star Wars elements like lightsabers, emphasizing a gritty realism and deeper character exploration.
- mature themes
- slow pacing
- graphic content
- inaccurate ratings
- deeper perspective
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
Based on 36 kid reviews
Kids say this show is not suitable for younger audiences due to its mature themes, including violence, mild sexual content, and strong language. While some find its political and character-driven storytelling compelling, others feel it can be slow and boring, making it less engaging for children.
- mature themes
- not for kids
- political storytelling
- slow pacing
- compelling characters
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What's the Story?
Taking place five years before Rogue One, ANDOR follows Cassian Andor (Diego Luna), a cynical thief mourning the loss of his home world that was destroyed by the Empire. His life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself among the founders of the Rebel Alliance. With the help of a skillful team, Andor uses his fighting spirit to help lead the revolution against the notorious Empire.
Is It Any Good?
This decidedly mature series takes a slow and methodical approach to its story, which may please some fans more than others. Andor himself is a complicated character, played with some restraint by Luna, but he gains sympathy through flashbacks to his childhood. It's clear that he's more than your average scammer, though he's very close to running out of favors from his usual compatriots. Families looking for a fast-paced, rip-roaring adventure won't find it here, but instead something new for the Star Wars universe.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Andor. What kind of character is he? Can he be considered a hero? Why, or why not?
What other character from the Star Wars universe would you like to see have their own series? Why?
Talk about how the amount of violence in Andor compares to what you've seen in other Star Wars shows and movies. Do scenes of explosions and space battles affect you differently than those of close-up deaths? Why do you think that is? What makes more of an impact: violence or loss?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 21, 2022
- Cast : Diego Luna , Genevieve O'Reilly , Alex Ferns
- Network : Disney+
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Adventures , Robots
- TV rating :
- Last updated : January 14, 2026
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