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Andor Proved That Star Wars Doesn’t Need Its Trademark Elements

By Ashley Land

Published Nov 15, 2023

Most viewers think of lightsabers and the Force when imagining Star Wars, but Andor proved that Star Wars content can thrive without them.

The TV series Andor explores the politics behind the Empire and offers a mature and thought-provoking take on the Star Wars universe.
Andor proves that Star Wars projects can be successful without relying on the classic tropes of the Jedi and Sith, carving out its own path in the galaxy.
The success of characters like Han Solo and Andor shows that Star Wars can thrive with diverse genres and stories, expanding the universe beyond the Skywalker Saga.