Since the first season of Andor had concluded back in 2022, fans have been eagerly waiting for the second season. The show has been able to make its footing in the minds of both the viewers and critics.
It should also be noted that among the various Star War shows, Andor has managed to maintain its position at the top. While the storyline and character arcs play a big role in it, the cast also plays a major part in ensuring the popularity of the show.
Given the fact that Andor Season 2 is all set to release on April 22, 2025, let us now take a look at the cast members of the second season, which includes both old and new faces.
Andor Season 2 Cast and Character guide
Diego Luna as Cassian Andor
Diego Luna will be back as the protagonist Andor. His character was shown to have bad relationships with the Empire in Andor Season 1 and have shown his association with Star Wars' Rebel Alliance. Cassian wants to gather enough money that would allow him to leave the Empire behind with his near ones.
A Mexican actor, Diego Luna’s notable projects include Y tu mamá también, The Terminal, The Book of Life, Elysium, etc.
Genevieve O'Reilly as Mon Mothma
Mon Mothma played an important part in the formation of the Rebel Alliance. Played by Genevieve O'Reilly, this character while previously being associated with the Empire, went ahead to plot against it with Luthen Rael. Andor focuses on her past and how whatever she is has come to be.
Genevieve O'Reilly is an Australian actress born in Ireland. Her notable projects include The Matrix Reloaded, Star Wars: Rebels, The Matrix Revolutions, Rogue One, etc.
Kyle Soller as Syril Karn
Pre-Mor’s Deputy Inspector, Syril Karn, is shown to be a character who likes to follow rules. Played by Kyle Soller, his character gets obsessed with getting hold of Cassian as he follows a string of murders. Karn also rises ranks in his professional life, and Andor Season 2 is very likely to follow his growth along with his persistence regarding catching Cassian.
Mainly a theater actor, Soller’s most notable role on TV was in Poldark, which also led him to get selected for Andor.
Stellan Skarsgård as Luthen Rael
Another character behind the rise of the Rebel Alliance, Luthen Rael worked with Mon Mothma and plotted the downfall of The Empire. Played by Stellan Skarsgård, Rael is shown to be a character who understands Cassian's potential, and the second season is very likely to continue exploring their dynamic and how they proceed together in their mission.
Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård is quite well known for his roles in Breaking the Waves, Mamma Mia!, Dune: Part One & Part Two, Pirates of the Caribbean, etc.
Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen
Bix Caleen is shown to be a Ferrix resident who had grown up with Cassian. Adria Arjona's character, Caleen, has a long-standing and close friendship with the main character, which subtly suggests the possibility of a romantic relationship. Her closeness to Cassian makes the Empire capture her and torture her so that she can give information on him.
Adria Arjona’s notable projects include The Emerald City, Hit Man, True Detective, Good Omens, etc.
Ben Mendelsohn as Orson Krennic
Orson Krennic, the character played by Ben Mendelsohn was absent in Andor Season 1 but will be a part of season 2. He was cast for the same role in Rogue One, and season 2 marks his return to the franchise. Krennic is Project Stardust’s director, and season 2 is likely to focus on his dynamic with the protagonist.
Ben Mendelsohn is an Australian actor whose notable projects include The Year My Voice Broke, Ready Player One, Mississippi Grind, Captain Marvel, etc.
Denise Gough as Dedra Meero
Dedra Meero, played by Denise Gough, serves as the primary antagonist in Andor. She is an employee at the Imperial Security Bureau and is shown to be investigating Cassian and Rael. In season 2 also, Meero is likely to continue her efforts of finding evidence that would prove that a large attack is being planned on the Empire.
Denise Gough’s notable roles include Too Close, Colette, Under the Banner of Heaven, etc.
Alan Tudyk as K-2SO
The character of droid K-2SO is played by Alan Tudyk. This is another character who was not in Andor Season 1 but will be featured in Season 2. Rogue One introduced K-2SO, and it is associated with Imperial security, who has been reprogrammed and becomes a great friend of Cassian.
Alan Tudyk has starred in projects like Firefly, Creature Commandos, I, Robot, etc.
Andor Season 2 supporting cast and characters
Besides the regular characters, there are a bunch of supporting characters who would be featured in Andor Season 2. The list includes
- Forest Whitaker as Saw Gerrera
- Faye Marsay as Vel Sartha
- Elizabeth Dulau as Kleya Marki
- Andy Serkis as Kino Loy
- Varada Sethu as Cinta Kaz
- Anton Lesser as Major Partagaz
Andor can be streamed on Disney+.
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