Star Wars has been spreading sci-fi magic across the galaxy for generations, from the classic original trilogy, to the chaotic prequel trilogy, and now into the Disney era. Whether you’re an experienced Jedi Master or a young Padawan learning the ways of the Force, the franchise is so vast and full of surprises that there’s always something new to explore.
The latest treat for fans of the Rebellion is Andor, with the Star Wars series’ second season finally arriving on Disney Plus. The first season of the show took the world by storm, with no one quite expecting such a nuanced and impactful story to come from this spin-off of a spin-off about a character we only met in 2016’s Rogue One.
Still, this show is far more than just Cassian Andor, with the whole ensemble making their mark on the small screen. Here’s where you’ve seen the main players in the Andor cast before, and where you can watch their latest work.
Diego Luna (Cassian Andor)
He’s the titular character of the show, and everything hinges on Diego Luna’s ability to make us care so much about Cassian Andor, despite us already knowing what his ultimate fate will be. Thankfully, Luna pulls out the best performance of his career to date in Andor, and he’s truly captivating at times.
Luna’s most interesting work from the past is the 2001 drama movie, Y Tu Mamá También, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón. He’s also offered his voice to the animated movie The Book of Life, and had supporting roles in Milk, The Terminal, Frida, and Elysium.
Stellan Skarsgård (Luthen Rael)
By far the most experienced and revered member of the Andor cast, Stellan Skarsgård brings real star quality and gravitas to the role of Rebellion puppetmaster Luthen Rael. He’s the man on a mission to bring down the Empire, and a key figure in recruiting Cassian to the cause.
We can guarantee you’ll have seen Stellan Skarsgård somewhere before, with his most iconic roles coming in Good Will Hunting and Mamma Mia! He’s also recently played Baron Harkonnen in the Dune franchise, and popped up a few times in the MCU as Professor Selvig in Thor and The Avengers.
Adria Arjona (Bix Caleen)
Cassian spends his days fighting the oppression of the Empire to protect those he loves, and after there are few people he cares about more than Bix Caleen. She’s played by Adria Arjona, who does a grand job of imbuing the character with anguish and turmoil through her difficult days on Ferrix.
You may remember Arjona from her role opposite Jared Leto in the much-maligned Morbius movie, but it’s her star turn in the brilliant Richard Linklater action-comedy movie, Hit Man, that truly brought her to prominence of late. Her chemistry with Glen Powell in the Netflix original elevates it from your standard genre piece to a genuine contender for the best film of 2024.
Genevieve O’Reilly (Mon Mothma)
One of the most underrated stars in the Andor cast is Genevieve O’Reilly, who plays Senator Mon Mothma. Without her, the Rebellion would not have the power nor financial might to compete with the Empire, and her emotional conflict throughout the show is a real highlight.
Sadly, O’Reilly has not really had an extensive career outside of the world of Star Wars. She first played Mon Mothma in 2005’s Revenge of the Sith, after briefly appearing in The Matrix Reloaded and its sequel. She’s since shown up in The Legend of Tarzan and The Snowman, before reprising her intergalactic role in Andor.
Ben Mendelsohn (Orson Krennic)
Fans were delighted (and a little terrified) to see Orson Krennic added to the Andor cast for the second season, and the ruthless director behind the Death Star is now the main driving force behind the Empire’s pursuit of Cassian and his crew.
Ben Mendelsohn, like Stellan Skarsgård, has been everywhere in his time, and he’s always good value in every role he takes on. From indie hits like Babyteeth and Slow West, to bigger franchise work like Captain Marvel and The Dark Knight Rises, you’ll definitely recognise Mendelsohn from somewhere. He’s also starred in great TV shows like Bloodline and The Outsider.
Denise Gough (Dedra Meero)
Andor was a real breakout role for Denise Gough, who stars as the highly-driven, relentless ISB Supervisor Dedra Meero. She’s the woman who, along with Syril Karn, does the investigative work to track down and try to capture Cassian and Luthen, and bring down the Rebel Alliance before it can harm the Empire.
Frankly, Dedra is absolutely terrifying, and that’s in no small part thanks to Gough’s performance. She’s just starting to gain traction in her career, and you can see her in another small screen role in The Stolen Girl right now, but she’s also appeared in films like The Kid Who Would be King, ‘71, and The Other Lamb, as well as the TV show Under the Banner of Heaven.
Where to watch the Andor Season 2 cast in action
Check out our list below for options on where to watch all these amazing actors in their other roles, by finding them on streaming services like Disney Plus, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and more!
