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Tony Gilroy Defends Exclusion of Jyn Erso in Andor Finale

The showrunner cites narrative integrity and respect for Rogue One as reasons for avoiding unnecessary cameos in the series’ conclusion.

Felicity Jones as Jyn Erso in Rogue One
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Overview

  • Tony Gilroy intentionally excluded Jyn Erso from Andor's finale, calling such a cameo 'lame' and 'disrespectful' to Rogue One's legacy.
  • Andor Season 2 featured selective character returns, including Mon Mothma and Saw Gerrera, while recasting Bail Organa due to actor unavailability.
  • The series finale directly bridges into Rogue One, setting up the film’s opening events without relying on excessive fan service.
  • Following the conclusion of Andor, Rogue One surged to the #2 spot on Disney+, driven by renewed viewer interest in its context.
  • Originally envisioned as a five-season project, Andor was condensed into two seasons, with Gilroy crediting The Mandalorian’s success for its greenlight.