It's Too Bad Star Wars Opted for Baby Yoda When Andor Was Right There
The article discusses the contrasting approaches of two Star Wars series, The Mandalorian and Andor, in the context of the franchise's return to theaters. While Andor is praised for its mature themes and storytelling, The Mandalorian is positioned as a more commercially viable option aimed at a younger audience. The piece reflects on the complexities of franchise decisions and the differing receptions among various generational demographics.
- ▪The Mandalorian focuses on adventure and marketable characters like Baby Yoda, appealing to a broader audience.
- ▪Andor is recognized for its mature exploration of serious themes such as fascism and resistance.
- ▪Despite its critical acclaim, Andor's niche audience made it less suitable for a theatrical release compared to The Mandalorian.
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| Canonical URL | https://time.com/article/2026/05/20/the-mandalorian-and-grogu-star-wars-franchise-andor/ |
| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 14:14:18 +0000 |
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The Mandalorian and Grogu opens with a man dressed in the crisp Imperial uniform giving a speech from the head of a conference table. For Star Wars fans who have gathered in theaters to see this big-screen blow-up of the franchise’s first live-action television show, it's hard not to think of another Star Wars TV series. Some of the most electrifying scenes in Andor took place in similar Imperial meeting rooms, British actors coolly discussing propaganda, espionage, and personal grievances. That's not what's happening in The Mandalorian and Grogu, though. The former Imperial warlord gives a brief, entertaining-but-perfunctory speech in which he raises the tribute his vassals owe him, then runs away because Mando's coming to get him.
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