We were on the verge of keeping a majorStar Warsreprisal a secret, we were this close! During an interview withThe Playlist,AndordirectorAlonso Ruizpalaciosrevealed that oneRogue Oneactor will appear in the second season of theStar WarsDisney+ series. Ruizpalacios talked about how much of a treat it was directing such heavyweight actors in the series while calling outStellan Skarsgård,Forest Whitaker, and yes,Ben Mendelsohn, all by name. It’s no surprise toAndorandRogue Onefans that Skarsgård or Whitaker would appear in Season 2, considering their characters played roles in the first season, but Mendelsohn’s reprisal as Orson Krennic comes as a complete shock considering his lack of involvement in Season 1.
Duringan interview earlier this year with Collider’sMaggie Lovittto promote his Apple TV+ showThe New Look, Mendelsohn played coy when asked about Orson Krennic appearing in Season 2 ofAndor, saying he was not involved in any capacity. It appears he was doing his bestAndrew Garfieldimpression, who staunchly denied his role inSpider-Man: No Way Homefor nearly a year before the film’s release. Regardless,Rogue Oneis a belovedStar Warsmovie among the fanbase that has picked up more steam since its release in 2016, landing at 84% from critics and 87% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes. Mendelsohn’s Krennic is one of the best parts of the film, so hisaddition to theAndorSeason 2 castis definitely a welcome one.
Ben Mendelsohn Has Stayed Busy Post-‘Rogue One’
Mendelsohn’s role in theGareth Edwards-directedRogue Onemay be one of his most notable, but the acclaimed actor has since appeared in plenty of high-profile projects. He continued his partnership with Disney and moved over to theMarvelside of the aisle to star as Talos inCaptain MarvelandSecret Invasion, the latter of which went on to become one of the lowest-rated Marvel projects in history (to no fault of Mendelsohn) at a 54% from critics and a 45% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes. Mendelsohn has also since appeared in the hit Netflix original movieThe Kingas King Henry IV,Ready Player Oneas the villainous Nolan Sorrento andThe MarshKing’s Daughteras Jacob.
AndorSeason 2 does not yet have an official release date but is expected to premiere sometime in early 2025. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates and stream the first season ofAndorexclusively onDisney+.
Prequel series to Star Wars' ‘Rogue One’. In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a Rebel hero.
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