Neither the Emperor nor Darth Vader appear in Andor, but there is a good reason for it

The series Andor, a prequel to the acclaimed film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, has captured the attention of fans of the universe created by George Lucas, especially in its second season, which is about to conclude. This new chapter in the story of Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna, focuses on his struggle against the Empire, just before the events of Rogue One, at a crucial moment in the construction of the Death Star.

Some characters do not appear because they have nothing to contribute

Despite the expectations of fans, iconic characters like Luke Skywalker’s father and Emperor Palpatine have not made appearances in the series, which has raised numerous questions among fans. In a recent interview with The Rolling Stone, Andor creator Tony Gilroy addressed why the Emperor does not appear, explaining that his presence would be “too heavy” for the narrative of the series. “He was too important a character for me. I thought about it at one point, but it was too heavy a task,” Gilroy commented, suggesting that including Palpatine would complicate the story in a way that would not be beneficial for the development of Andor.

The second season of Andor, which is nearing its end, will culminate with the release of its last three episodes on Disney+ on May 14. In these episodes, viewers will be able to see characters like Stellan Skarsgard, Genevieve O’Reilly, and Ben Mendelsohn again, who have added depth and nuance to the protagonist’s story.

Despite the notable absences, the series has been praised for its narrative approach and character development, establishing itself as one of the best additions to the Star Wars canon. With the final season in sight, fans are eager to see how Cassian Andor’s journey will culminate before his decisive participation in Rogue One.

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