The TV series Andor is a Star Wars prequel focused on Cassian Andor, a rebel intelligence officer first introduced in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The show explores Cassian's origin story, set about five years before the events of Rogue One , and depicts his transformation from a reluctant, cynical thief and scavenger into a dedicated revolutionary willing to sacrifice everything for the Rebellion against the Galactic Empire
. Andor delves into the political intrigue, danger, and tension of the era, highlighting how various people and worlds come together to form the burgeoning Rebel Alliance. It portrays the gritty, often morally complex realities of rebellion, showing that the fight against the Empire is not a fairy tale but a harsh struggle where "good guys" are not always purely heroic and "bad guys" are often just people doing their jobs
. The series spans multiple seasons and covers Cassian's journey over several years, leading up to the events of Rogue One. It is characterized as a grounded spy thriller with a focus on character development and the broader context of rebellion in the Star Wars universe
. In summary, Andor is about revolution and the personal and political evolution of Cassian Andor as he becomes a key figure in the fight against the Empire, offering a deeper look at the origins of the Rebel Alliance and the sacrifices involved in the struggle for freedom
