Tony Gilroy: 'Andor' Creator, Writer & Showrunner Breaks Down His New 'Star Wars' Series

Filmmaker Tony Gilroy, the writer and mountain sherpa on 'Rogue One,' if you will (he helped rewrite, direct, supervise and "fix" the film), is back in the galaxy far, far away.  Gilroy is the creator/writer/showrunner of 'Andor,' a prequel to 'Rogue One,' which centers on one of its lead characters, Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna. This new  Lucasfilm series, airing on Disney+ is a spy thriller, the likes of which you've never really seen in 'Star Wars,' a political thriller that really considers the age of oppression, life during wartime and what it's like to be on the ground as a member of the rebel alliance and as a member of the Imperial army. Going even deeper, 'Andor' really examines what it's like for everyday people struggling under oppression. Cassian Andor when we first meet him, isn't even in the resistance. He's a man of self-interest about as far away as possible from the hero and leader you see in 'Rogue One.' 

The series is about the evolution of a man and how an apathetic person just looking to survive finds a purpose in joining a cause. It's also a big ensemble piece that features what Gilroy calls "the original maniacs of the Rebel Alliance," but also a big symphony of players on the side of the rebellion, civilians caught in the middle, and the Empire. 

It's a pretty good interview, so strap in and get ready to become hooked on 'Andor.' 

For more 'Andor,' read our review on ThePlaylist.net and don't forget to listen to episode one of 'The Rogue Ones' where we talk to supporting 'Andor' cast members Adria Arjona & Kyle Soller.

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