Disney+ to Exclusively Stream ‘Andor’ After Hulu Removal!

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In the near future, one streaming platform won’t offer the popular Disney series “Andor” anymore. Having wrapped up its second season earlier this year, “Andor” has set a high bar for Star Wars and Lucasfilm, garnering critical acclaim on Disney+ over the past three years. Unfortunately, it seems that only Disney+ will be the main platform where fans can watch the show in the future, following an unfortunate announcement.

Starting July 3, both seasons of Disney and Lucasfilm’s “Andor” will no longer be available on Hulu. The first season created quite a buzz in the entertainment industry when it was released in 2022, while Season 2 received rave reviews upon its premiere on Disney+ and Hulu from April 22 to May 13. Now that Disney owns Hulu outright, they are taking away one way fans have enjoyed the series for quite some time.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’ve noticed that on my Hulu account in the U.S., the series “Andor” carries an “Expires Thursday” tag. This implies that come Thursday, July 3, this captivating show will no longer be streamable. Yet, fear not, fellow fans! Despite Andor’s departure, Hulu still offers a selection of movies and shows reminiscent of it. These should serve as a temporary solace while we eagerly search for fresh content to indulge in.

6 Andor-Esque Project Streaming on Hulu

Firefly

In the year 2157, Joss Whedon’s “Firefly” gained immediate acclaim during its brief run of episodes. It portrayed a band of outlaw space travelers who battled and eluded powerful authorities. First airing in late 2002, the series starred Nathan Fillion from Marvel and DC, Gina Torres known for Suits, Morena Baccarin famous as Deadpool’s character, and Alan Tudyk of Andor.

Just as Tudyk’s recent work on Star Wars resembles that of Firefly, both series delve deeply into themes of family, survival, and a struggle against an oppressive power structure, echoed in Andor. The Alliance and the Empire share many commonalities, and given their classification as space operas, viewers can easily spot similarities when watching either show.

Edge of Tomorrow

2014 saw the premiere of Doug Liman’s film “Edge of Tomorrow,” which unfolds a story set in Earth’s near future (around 2020). The plot revolves around an onslaught by indestructible extraterrestrials, leaving our military powerless to fight back. A soldier finds himself trapped in a time loop, repeatedly dying during the same battle until he finally figures out how to secure victory. The ensemble includes Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, the late Bill Paxton, and Brendan Gleeson, who recently appeared in “Joker: Folie à Deux.

Discussing this film and Andor>, there are certain parallels: they both involve a team of untested individuals plunged into battle against a formidable power, and they share elements of espionage and narrative structure. Additionally, being set in advanced timelines, watching either one evokes similar emotions for fans due to the shared futuristic settings.

Devs

In the first quarter of 2020, the eight-episode series titled Devs delves into the realm of science fiction thrillers. The story revolves around a software engineer who embarks on an investigation to uncover the truth behind her boyfriend’s mysterious demise at the tech company they both work for. As she delves deeper, she stumbles upon a clandestine division that is developing technology capable of simulating reality. This intriguing series serves as an exploration of thought-provoking themes such as free will and the very essence of reality itself. The talented cast includes Sonoya Mizuno, Nick Offerman, Jin Ha, Zach Grenier, and Cailee Spaeny.

In a futuristic setting, the Devs corporation serves as an entity similar to the Galactic Empire, wielding immense power, taking risks with people’s lives, and blurring the lines between reality and illusion. Reminiscent of this dynamic, the show Andor poses similar questions in the minds of viewers. Notably, it highlights once more the struggle of underdogs as they stand up against an overwhelming force that appears invincible.

Arrival

Under the direction of Denis Villeneuve, who is known for Dune and Dune – Part II, the 2016 movie Arrival features a linguistics professor working alongside a group of investigators as they explore mysterious spaceships that have landed in various locations worldwide. As tensions rise due to the threat of a new global conflict, it becomes crucial for her to decipher the language of the aliens to prevent humanity from being wiped out. The film’s main cast includes Jeremy Renner, Amy Adams, Forest Whitaker, and Michael Stuhlbarg.

Denis Villeneuve, who made Dune and Dune – Part II, directed Arrival in 2016. This movie follows a linguistics professor and her team as they try to understand why spaceships landed on Earth in several places. A possible war is about to happen, so it’s crucial for them to learn the aliens’ language before mankind faces extinction. Jeremy Renner, Amy Adams, Forest Whitaker, and Michael Stuhlbarg are part of the cast.

While the subjects of “Arrival” and “Andor” may vary, they are both part of the science fiction genre. Each employs unique storytelling techniques to intricately connect numerous plot elements into a unified storyline.

The Handmaid’s Tale

In Margaret Atwood’s book series titled The Handmaid’s Tale, we are presented with a totalitarian regime that governs an area once part of the United States. This society is characterized by religious fundamentalism, where women are reduced to mere property. Facing a declining birth rate, only a few fertile women are subjected to sexual enslavement. One such woman struggles to survive and reunite with her daughter amidst this oppressive regime. The TV series spanning six seasons boasts an ensemble cast that includes Elizabeth Moss, Yvonne Strahovski, Alexis Biedel, and Joseph Fiennes.

Though they may have distinct narratives (with “The Handmaid’s Tale” primarily exploring female oppression), both shows, “Andor” and “The Handmaid’s Tale”, share a common theme: the struggle against formidable and intimidating regimes. At their core, each story revolves around the underdog resisting someone who seeks to dominate and dismantle their way of life.

Cowboy Bebop

From late 1998 until early 1999, the anime series Cowboy Bebop unfolded, a space Western production that revolved around the Bebop crew, a band of bounty hunters who pursued fugitives throughout the solar system for monetary rewards in the year 2071. Subsequently, this show was reimagined as a live-action series in 2021; however, Netflix decided to terminate it after just one season.

Both Cowboy Bebop and Andor share common themes, such as featuring bounty hunters and similar character types, a distinctive episode structure, and a comparable level of drama. They also both depict an imaginative galaxy filled with diverse planets and exotic lifeforms.

Over the course of two seasons, Andor delves into the tale of Cassian Andor’s ascension within the Imperial ranks prior to his role in 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast including Diego Luna, both new characters and familiar faces from the franchise are introduced as the Rebellion progresses in its struggle against the Empire. You can catch all of Andor‘s seasons on Disney+ now.

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2025-06-28 11:08