Star Wars Andor: Release date and trailer

THE GALAXY far, far away was established by the Star Wars franchise decades ago with the film series' first installment.

The Star Wars universe continues to be explored with more movies and television shows chronicling the characters' adventures, such as the prequel Andor.

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When is Andor's release date?

Andor is the fourth Star Wars TV series created for Disney+ from the franchise.

The sci-fi program is proceeded by The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Prior to the show's release date, the production team behind Star Wars teased fans with what to expect in the fourth Disney+ installment.

In February 2018, former Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed plans for several Star Wars productions.

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More than a year prior to the launch of Disney+, Iger said in a statement: "We are developing not just one, but a few Star Wars series specifically for the Disney direct-to-consumer app."

"We’ve mentioned that and we are close to being able to reveal at least one of the entities that is developing that for us."

The former CEO further shared: " They have an idea for a number of films and at some later date I’m sure we’ll disclose to all of you just what those are."

"They are focused on a point in time in the Star Wars mythology and taking it from there."

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On August 31, 2022, the force will be with the fans once again as the first two episodes of Andor will be available on Disney+.

Months ahead of the August 31 premiere date, the official trailer was dropped.

On May 26, 2022, viewers were offered a sneak peek at what's to come on Andor.

What is Andor's plot?

Andor follows the character Captain Cassian Andor and his story which was originally featured in the 2016 prequel, Star Wars: Rogue One.

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The prequel series takes place a number of years before the titular captain led Rogue One in the faction's plans to thwart the Death Star.

Reprising his role as Cassian Andor is Narcos actor, Diego Luna.

The actor told fans in a statement: "Going back to the Star Wars universe is very special for me."

"I have so many memories of the great work we did together and the relationships I made throughout the journey."

Diego also shared: "We have a fantastic adventure ahead of us, and this new exciting format will give us the chance to explore this character more deeply."

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"Andor is the journey of a migrant…That feeling of having to move is behind this story."

"It defines you in many ways, and what you are willing to do."