Star Wars Just Ruined A HUGE ‘Rogue One’ Scene?!

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In simpler terms, the finale of Season 2 of “Andor” reworked the opening scene of “Rogue One” in the Star Wars universe as it unfolded. The version presented by Tony Gilroy concluded around nine years after the initial events, telling the tale of Cassian Andor (played by Diego Luna), a character who eventually becomes instrumental in obtaining the Death Star plans.

The finale of Season 2 for the show Andor revised Cassian Andor’s initial appearance in Rogue One (released nine years ago). The series concluded with Diego Luna’s rebel commander starting a crucial mission, which will alter the war against the Empire. This plot point corresponds to where fans first encounter the character at the start of Gilroy’s 2016 Star Wars movie.

Now that viewers are aware of the events leading up to the introduction in “Rogue One”, there’s a bit of puzzlement among fans about how the ending of “Andor” doesn’t match with the way Cassian is depicted at the start of the Gareth Evans-directed film. In simpler terms, some fans are questioning the continuity between how Cassian ends up in “Andor” and where he starts off in “Rogue One”.

In the opening scene of “Rogue One”, Cassian Andor can be found in the lively Ring of Kafrene, preparing to make contact with Tivik – a member of the Rebellion, aligned with the notorious Saw Gerrarra.

In the finale of Andor, Tivik makes contact with the Rebel Base on Yavin 4, requesting Andor’s assistance. He hints at possessing information that could be beneficial to both Andor and the Alliance. As a result, Cassian sets off, accompanied by his droid companion K-2SO, aboard his ship, bound for Kafrene to meet Tivik. For more details on Andor‘s Tivik reveal, check out this link.

On Kafrene, some connections become tangled for enthusiasts. When Andor encounters Tivik in the distant space trading post, his informant alerts him to a “world-destroying” project that the Empire is developing (known as the Death Star), and Andor seems utterly unaware of its existence.

It has been revealed, however, that contrary to what some might think, this isn’t just a mere assumption. The final storyline of Andor Season 2 revolves around the Rebels uncovering information about the Empire’s secret weapon project and their decision on whether to trust or disregard it.

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I’d rephrase it like this: In the heart of the story, I uncovered a stunning secret about a powerful weapon hidden within the ISB. I, Lonni (portrayed by Robert Emms), managed to sneak this intel past my enemies and shared it with Stellan Skarsgård’s character, Luthen Rael. He in turn confided in his trusted assistant, Kleya, who finally passed it along to Cassian Andor.

If Andor was aware of the Empire’s superweapon, why did he appear so taken aback when Tivik brought up the project at the start of Rogue One? This disclosure could potentially create a significant inconsistency between Andor and Rogue One if it remains unaddressed.

Now available for streaming on Disney+, “Andor” Seasons 1 and 2 unfold the backstory of Diego Luna’s character Cassian Andor, revealing his transformation from a struggling smuggler to a pivotal figure in the Rebel Alliance, as seen in “Star Wars: Rogue One.

The Tony Gilroy-crafted series has garnered widespread praise, as both audiences and critics laud its raw portrayal of the Star Wars galaxy, as well as its complex character development.

Did Tony Gilroy Retcon Rogue One? 

Initially, it might appear that the ending of the series Andor conflicts with the portrayal of Diego Luna’s Cassian Andor in the introduction of Rogue One. Some viewers might think this contradiction suggests a rewrite or retcon of the 2016 Star Wars film. However, upon closer inspection, it’s possible that this isn’t a true contradiction at all.

Despite Andor being aware of the existence of the superweapon project upon meeting Tivik, it doesn’t necessarily imply that he is fully cognizant of its comprehensive details. It could be a strategy for him to feign ignorance so as to extract as much information from his informant as possible before eventually eliminating him for his services.

Cassian Andor exhibits exceptional intelligence, particularly when it comes to the art of spying, surpassing most other members within the Rebellion, with perhaps the exception of Luthen Rael.

When it comes to espionage, Cassian Andor is one of the sharpest minds in the Rebellion, second only to Luthen Rael.

Both sentences convey the original meaning while sounding more natural and easy to read.

In other words, regardless of whether he already knew about the impending attack on the Death Star during his meeting on Kafrene, he chose to act unaware, testing Tivik’s knowledge against his own, to see how much information Tivik had and compare it with what he knew about the project.

In the discussion between Andor and his associate during Rogue One, the crucial piece of information he gleaned was the mention about a “world-destroying” note. This revelation underscored the urgency of the situation, suggesting that if the Rebel Alliance does not take immediate action against the Empire, catastrophe could ensue.

If anything, it seems Andor attended that gathering primarily to verify his theories concerning the venture and subsequently employ that knowledge to persuade skeptics within the Rebel Council, including Mon Mothma, that this danger merits immediate attention.

Indeed, even though Andor’s prior knowledge of the Death Star before the events of “Rogue One” may not appear inconsistent within the broader Star Wars narrative (which is known for its complexities), it seems highly probable that this was a strategic move by the Rebel spy to extract as much information as possible from Tivik, expand his own knowledge, and ultimately eliminate the informant.

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2025-05-23 03:47