Star Wars enthusiasts have been eagerly anticipating the return of the Rogue One prequel series, Andor, and their patience has paid off. The series recently garnered significant recognition at the Emmy Awards, receiving 14 nominations this year, bringing its overall total to 22 nominations since it debuted.
Andor achieved a notable nomination for Best Drama Series, a category in which it was recognized in its inaugural season as well. However, the series encountered snubs in some expected areas. Diego Luna, who portrays the lead character Cassian Andor, was overlooked again for Best Drama Actor, maintaining a trend from the previous award cycle. Similarly, Genevieve O’Reilly, known for her role as Mon Mothma, did not receive a nomination for Best Drama Supporting Actress despite her strong performance this season.
On a positive note, Forest Whitaker received recognition for his guest role as Saw Gerrera, with a nomination for Best Drama Guest Actor. This nomination marks his fourth Emmy nod; he previously won in 2003 for the impactful TV film Door to Door. Additionally, Alan Tudyk earned a nomination for Best Character Voice-Over Performance for his reprisal of droid K-2S0.
Series creator Dan Gilroy was nominated for Best Drama Writing, adding to his accolades since Beau Willimon received a nod for the series’ first season.
Andor also excelled in various craft categories, securing nominations for production design, cinematography, costumes, directing, editing, music composition, original music and lyrics, sound editing, sound mixing, and visual effects, reflecting the high caliber of its production quality.
Overall, while there were notable omissions, the significant number of nominations showcases Andor’s impact and artistry within the Star Wars universe and the greater television landscape. The continued recognition by the Emmy Awards highlights the series’ strong storytelling and production values, maintaining hope for future success and appreciation.