- "Last year, when the shipping lanes had to be shut down, how hard would it have been to simply allow the Imperial inspections that most other planets welcome?"
- ―Dee Shambo
"One Year Later" is the first episode of the second season of the web-TV series Andor. The episode was written by showrunner Tony Gilroy and aired on April 22, 2025 as part of a three-episode block. It had an early showing at Celebration Japan, on April 19.
Official description[]
An undercover mission. A sanctuary threatened. A Chandrilan wedding. A chilling Imperial plan.
Plot summary[]
The starfighter heist[]
In 4 BBY, a human woman named Niya in a white and orange jumpsuit approaches a parked TIE Avenger starfighter in a white hangar, walking past a black trapezoid droid. She climbs into the starfighter's cockpit and inspects the flight instruments. After exiting the TIE Avenger, she slots her datapad into the black droid. The hangar is shown to be part of Sienar Test Facility 73 - it is nighttime, dark and snowy, with bright city lights in the distance.
Inside of an empty cafeteria, a disguised Cassian Jeron Andor waits at an open window, disguised as an Imperial pilot as a pair of range troopers walk past. Niya tells him that the starfighter is ready for a test flight in the morning and that the password is Kafrene. When Andor asks for the key, Niya explains that they have to wait for her supervisor to leave, explaining that he never stays late. Andor asks if they are safe, and Niya suggests a cover story of pretending to flirt if they are discovered. Niya is nervous about the operation, but Andor reassures her. Niya admits having fun at the test facility and that she is afraid of change. Andor tells her that she is brave.
Niya chats with another female colleague, claiming that Andor was a new recruit who could not sleep and needed company. After the female colleague leaves, Niya tells Andor that she said that Andor was cute. Niya says she is afraid of dying tonight and asks if their heist will be worth it. Andor reassures Niya that she made the right decision in choosing to aid the Rebellion and encourages her to be strong. Niya requests a twelve minute head start for her escape and Andor promises to meet her along the road.
Andor then proceeds to the TIE Avenger's bay and prepares the ship for departure. When the black trapezoid droid investigates the noise, Andor shoots it with his blaster. He unplugs the ship and closes the rear hatch. Once inside, he begins powering up the ship's instruments and systems. He attempts to take off but is unfamiliar with the TIE Avenger's controls. As Andor struggles to gain control of the TIE Avenger, stormtroopers enter the hangar to investigate. They open fire on the TIE Avenger, forcing Andor to open fire back on them.
A range trooper by the hangar door prepares to fire a Smart Rocket at Andor. While toying with the controls, Andor manages to fire one of the TIE Avenger's laser cannons, taking out the soldier and blasting a hole through the hangar door. Andor uses the starfighter's laser cannon to blast his way out and then skids down a frozen slope. The starfighter stops at the end of an embankment and powers down. Andor manages to power up the TIE Avenger again before it is hit by two incoming missiles. He flies the starfighter through a narrow canyon, with two TIE Advanced v1 starfighters in pursuit.
Following a brief chase, Andor manages to lose them by using his starfighter's cannons to blast rocks above an approaching tunnel. While Andor's starfighter flies through the tunnel, the two pursuing TIEs are crushed. Andor pants before flying into the skies.
Bix's nightmare[]
Meanwhile, on an agricultural farm world named Mina-Rau, Bix Caleen experiences a nightmare of being stalked by her former Imperial interrogator Doctor Gorst. Brasso, Talia, Wilmon Paak and B2EMO wake up, tending to and comforting her. Brasso says that they will talk about this in the morning and B2EMO powers down. The Ferrix survivors are holed up in Talia's compact stationary home, where they seem to have been living for the past year since the Rix Road riot.
The Mothma Estate and wedding preparations[]
On the core world of Chandrila, preparations for the arranged marriage between Leida Mothma and Stekan Sculdun are underway. Leida leads her peer group into the bridal suite to unveil her traditional Chandrilan wedding gown. Meanwhile, high-status guests - relatives, dignitaries, and political figures - begin arriving at the estate.
Senator Mon Mothma and her husband Perrin Fertha greet early arrivals, including Perrin's uncle, Sordo and his wife, Squidna. Mon holds a brief conversation with ally Erskin Semaj, who informs her that Governor Klavin's new vessel is occupying two reserved docking spaces on the estate's private platform. Perrin joins them shortly after, Mon casually passing the issue off to him, calling it a "parking problem" and suggesting that he handle it with Erskin. She departs, masking her frustration, which resurfaces upon noticing Luthen Rael's arrival.
Avoiding direct contact, Mon proceeds along the deck, exchanging formalities with passing guests. On a large staircase, she pauses to discreetly ask her cousin and rebel associate, Vel Sartha, if she noticed Luthen's presence. Vel looks distraught, glancing toward the lower level.
Continuing down toward the courtyard, Mon encounters Senator Beeva and, moments later, Tay Kolma, a childhood Chandrilan confidant who, a year prior, advised her to work with Davo Sculdun to obscure the disappearance of 400,000 credits. Kolma requests a private word, but when Mon asks if it's urgent, he hesitates and ultimately declines.
Mon reaches Luthen and greets him with formal courtesy before questioning his presence. Luthen offers no details, calling it a secret. Davo Sculdun joins them and jokingly suggests that he hopes Luthen hasn't spoiled their surprise. Mon, growing uneasy, remarks on Luthen's poor ability to keep secrets. Davo implies she has other matters requiring attention, and Mon politely excuses herself, slightly disturbed by their alliance.
Vel approaches Mon again and asks about Luthen. Mon responds that he is accompanying Sculdun for undisclosed reasons and departs, leaving Vel to observe as Kleya Marki approaches. Kleya quietly relays to Luthen that the Seinar team confirmed Andor's escape with the TIE Avenger, though the only signal received was a pulse code. Luthen expresses concern over the lack of further communication, but Kleya reminds him that transmissions are impossible to hide on Chandrila. She reiterates that she warned him prior to landing. Exposed and without a secure signal, they are operating blind. Luthen instructs her to keep listening and walks away, leaving Kleya visibly frustrated.
Imperial arrival on Mina-Rau[]
Back on the world of Mina-Rau, Bix and Wilmon work on an irrigation tower in the middle of a remote crop field during daylight hours. They rotate out components and calibrate the system, but as they finish adjustments, Bix spots someone approaching and asks Wilmon if he's thirsty. The visitor is Beela, a young woman with a clear interest in Wilmon. Bix teases him, pointing out Beela's determination given the long walk from the silos. Embarrassed, Wilmon pleads with Bix to behave, mentioning that Beela's mother disapproves of him. When Bix presses, he admits it's because they're "toolies" - unregistered laborers without visas or land shares.
Bix shrugs it off, reminding him about others like Talia and Brasso. Wilmon, frustrated, tells her to drop it. Just then, the vaporator activates, releasing water from the top. Beela arrives, winded but cheerful, and offers Wilmon and Bix a container of water. Bix grins, joking that Wilmon was just saying how thirsty he was. Wilmon shoots her a look, while Beela chuckles - until her smile fades.
Above the fields, an Imperial scan cruiser descends into view. Wilmon continues making small talk with Beela while Bix watches the ship closely, her expression darkening - uneasy at its presence.
Andor and the rebel band[]
Elsewhere, Andor flies his stolen TIE Avenger and lands in a forest clearing. He powers down the ship and looks out through the window at a camp. He climbs out of the starfighter through the rear hatch and calls to Porko. He looks around the forest for Porko. The voice of Gerdis tells him to stop right there because he has 15 blasters pointed at him. Another man named Bardi argues with Gerdis about revealing the actual number. When Andor says that he is not an Imperial pilot, Gerdis says he is not going to shoot him while Bardi orders him to toss the blaster and get on the ground. Andor complies, raises his hands and kneels to the ground. Several men in green uniforms emerge from the clearing and surround him.
Meanwhile, Andor is bound by the rebels, who believe that he is an Imperial pilot. Andor tells his captors that he had stolen the Imperial ship for the rebellion, prompting one of the rebels to ask which rebellion. Andor explains that he was supposed to rendezvous with a friend. One of the captors says that his friend was not friendly and made the mistake of shooting at them. A woman named Rika accuses Andor of lying and presents an Imperial helmet. She says that Andor was a test pilot, prompting the rebel band to level their blasters at him.
Bardi and Rika examine the TIE Avenger, whose systems they are unfamiliar with. Andor is present in the cockpit under armed guard. He warns Rika against touching an instrument. When Bardi asks what it is, he says that he is not sure. Andor appears to be evasive, prompting Bardi to threaten him. Gerdis says they need to focus while Rika adds that they need to find a way to get the TIE Avenger to fly. Gerdis says that they don't have enough room for everyone. When a rebel asks if there is any food inside, the others say no.
Later, Bardi says that Rika can fly the TIE Avenger. Rika says that the starship controls are confusing. One of the rebels suggests getting Andor to teach her how to fly the ship. Andor watches the campsite meeting from a distance under armed guard. The guard warns him not to think about escaping. When Andor suggests that the guard escape with him, he spits on the ground. Bardi, Gerdis and the others continue arguing. When Andor tells the guard that the others don't trust him, the guard warns that he doesn't need an excuse to strike him. Andor plays with his emotions, reminding him that they have been two days without food, prompting the guard to demand at blasterpoint how he knows that. He answers that this group wasn't here three days prior when he left.
As Bardi and another rebel named Flex argue, Andor approaches with his guard and deduces that the group are the Maya Pei Brigade. From the quarrelsome rebels, Andor learns that Maya Pei has perished and that her group lost six ships and 40 fighters and that Bardi's brother allegedly abandoned them on this planet, though Bardi insists he went back for survivors. When Rika asks how he knows Maya, Andor explains that she was a customer and that his group has been supplying the Brigade. Andor emphasizes that they are part of the same Rebellion but Bardi reminds him that his friend was hostile. Andor explains that they were on a mission to steal an Imperial test ship. When Flex asks who he is working for, Andor refuses to tell him. The guard grabs Andor, prompting the other rebels to try and restrain him.
Andor chats with three of his rebel captors, asking them why they haven't gone elsewhere for food and water and one answers that there are beasts in the forests. Meanwhile in the TIE Avenger cockpit, Rika wants to let Andor fly the ship but Bardi does not trust him. Andor asks his guards who is charge. Just then, Bardi touches the TIE Avenger's laser cannon controls, which causes it to blast some trees, unleashing fallen branches and debris; Andor comments that operating the ship is harder than it looks.
A secret meeting[]
At the snowy Maltheen Divide, Director Orson Krennic presides over a top-secret Imperial meeting, emphasizing that it is "off the books." He warns the participants to maintain utter secrecy including memory wiping all service and transport droids. He adds if their colleagues and superiors are not in this room, that means they are not cleared for the project. Krennic adds that his superiors Colonel Wullf Yularen and Governor Wilhuff Tarkin will be personally notified about the meeting by Emperor Palpatine at the time of his choosing. The conference attendees include Dedra Meero and Major Lio Partagaz.
Krennic describes the group in this room as the closest of "tight circles" and warns that any security violations will be brought to the Emperor's personal attention. Krennic lowers the blinds and begins playing a promotional tourism video about the Great Valleys of Ghorman, Ghorman garments and the Ghorman Valley Horn. The video documentary then talks about the Ghorlectipods (or Ghorman spiders), explaining that 40 billion Ghorlectipods are housed in webberies across the planet, which are bound into 60 billion bolts of Ghorman twill. The documentary explains that Ghorman twirl is exhibited in the planetary capital for galactic consumers. Krennic ends the video by saying that Ghorman is of "great interest" to the Empire.
Back at the Maltheen Divide, Krennic explains that realizing the Emperor's dream of energy independence has been frustrating and fraught with delays and setbacks. Krennic says that he met with the Emperor yesterday and that the Emperor emphasized that the Energy Initiative remains central to his agenda, claiming that access to stable, unlimited power will transform the galactic economy and solidify Imperial authority. Krennic explains that the Empire is interested in a mineral beneath Ghorman's surface.
A doctor explains that Ghorman is home to a mineral called kalkite. Krennic explains that the Empire needs Ghorman kalkite to coat the reactor lenses within three years. Should they fail to find kalkite alternatives, he says that they need to extend control over Ghorman. He tells the attendees that they have been selected to come up with a plan to subjugate Ghorman. When Major Partagaz asks if the kalkite extraction will be an invasive process, an engineering officer explains that it would present stark challenges to the local population.
When an Imperial officer named Admiral Daysar asks him to clarify, the engineering officer says that removing the kalkite would render the planet unstable. He says that gouge mining would destabilize the planet's core. Krennic concedes there is a risk of the planet collapsing. Admiral Daysar says that the planet is home to nine cities and 800,000 Ghormans. Krennic says he prefers relocating the population but that they need to consider alternatives, all of which would require preparation. Partagaz warns that Ghorman is not obscure or without political clout, adding that the Ghormans would not go quietly. Krennic says that this is exactly why they are here.
Krennic tells the attendees that the suppression of Ghorman is not a easy matter, adding that this is not their first meeting on the subject. He introduces Dee Shambo and Nisus Osar from the Ministry of Enlightenment, explaining that they would be their partners. Shambo and Osar propose framing the Ghormans as being intransigent and difficult by not allowing Imperial inspections. Osar suggests that the Ghormans put themselves first and explains that the Ministry concocted the story of the Ghormans killing an Imperial inspector out of misplaced pride. Shambo suggests turning galactic public opinion against the Ghormans. Osar says they love the spiders but suggests that the Ghorman's concocted aggressive streak can be traced to the creatures. As Osar becomes too enthusiastic with his speech, Krennic cuts him off, assuring that everyone gets the idea and approves of Shambo and Osar's plan with a wink.
Later, as they are taking refreshments, Admiral Daysar suggests using an epidemic or stage a natural disaster to make the Ghorman relocate. An ISB officer named Lieutenant Moy informs him that they have considered it, but it would get out of control very quickly. Partagaz speaks with the engineering officer, who informs him that the mining equipment is being assembled and once they're prepared, they could be up and running in a matter of weeks. Partagaz reminds that there isn't a strong Imperial presence on Ghorman at present, only to learn that Krennic had already planned to build an armory in the capital of Palmo starting tomorrow, much to his surprise. Krennic speaks with Meero, noticing that she has been quiet. Meero says that she prefers to listen, adding that she learns quickly. Krennic remarks that some people have not recovered from the Ferrix incident. He then asks if she has not been won over by the anti-Ghorman whispering campaign. Meero replies that she is still forming an opinion. Krennic doesn't buy that and observes that she has already formed a plan and asks for her assessment. Meero responds that propaganda will only get them so far and adds that they need an insurgency to justify Imperial actions on Ghorman. When Krennic asks her to clarify, she says that the Empire "will need Ghorman rebels they can depend on to do the wrong thing." Meero walks away, leaving Krennic to reflect on her suggestion.
Where is Andor?[]
On Mina-Rau, B2EMO asks Brasso about Andor, prompting him to reassure him that he will be back soon. Brasso steps into the red cabin and meets up with Talia, Paak and Caleen. They discuss the upcoming Imperial Supply Census, which Brasso describes as an audit. Brasso says that the Empire wants to know what they have gotten. He says that the Empire is right now focusing on the Council of 500. When Caleen expresses concern that the Imperials will check visas, Talia reassures them that she will not let anything happen to her. Paak checks the radio transmitter for Andor while Talia hugs Brasso.
Wedding intrigue[]
Meanwhile on Chandrila, Rael asks Marki if she has heard from Andor or Porko. Marki says that she has spent the day listening to frequencies. Rael says that they know that Andor escaped the Sienar facility and that Porko was waiting. Marki heads to fetch a drink and tells Rael that the monitor is switched on. At the wedding party, Davo Sculdun meets with Perrin Fertha. The two watch Leida and Stekan Sculdun socializing. Fertha remarks that Leida will not be easy and asks Sculdun if his son will be tough enough for her. Davo replies that his son will either learn or be led. The two men sip wine with Fertha wishing Davo’s son all the best.
Elsewhere at the wedding, Rael chats with an officer who has been transferred from Steergard recently, asking where everyone is going. While sipping wine, Marki chats with Vel Sartha, who remarks that the wedding feast has two more days to go. When Sartha asks what Marki is doing on Chandrila, she says that Sculdun is a client and brought a gift for the betrothed. The two pose as two single women surveying the prospects.
Mothma speaks with Kolma, who admits that his business has gone sour. He hopes to stay for the weekend but says he might have to leave. When Mothma asks if Marni is joining him, Kolma reveals that they have been living apart and expresses surprise that Mothma is unaware. Kolma explains that it is a recent development and moves to the topic of her foundation. When Mothma asks if there is a problem, Kolma says it will not be a problem. Shortly later, Runai Sculdun arrives and tells Mothma that Leida and Stekan have had their first fight, and that Leida has run off. Mothma finds her daughter crying alone in an empty room, sitting on the floor. Leida says that Stekan is a child who keeps rebuffing her. Mothma apologizes to her daughter and comforts her.
Pandemonium[]
Meanwhile, Bardi, Gerdis, Rika and the other rebels argue about Andor and the leadership of the rebel band following Maya Pei's death. A rebel named Crab loses his temper and points his blaster at Bardi. When Rika taunts him, Crab shoots her, throwing the camp into pandemonium. Andor tries to escape but is pinned down by two rebels who pull him to safety. The episode ends on a cliffhanger.
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Sources[]
First Andor A Star Wars Story Teaser Trailer and Poster Revealed on StarWars.com (backup link)- Andor | Cassian Andor | Final Season Streaming April 22 on Disney+ on the official Star Wars YouTube channel (backup link)
- Introducing the Cast of Andor Season 2 on StarWars.com (backup link)
- The Cast of Andor Can't Wait for You to See Season 2 on StarWars.com (backup link)
- Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: All the News You Need – Update on StarWars.com (backup link)
- Secrets from the Set of Andor Season 2: Week 1 Trivia on StarWars.com (backup link)
- Andor Explained: Episodes 1-3 - "One Year Later", "Sagrona Teema", and "Harvest" on StarWars.com (backup link)
- "One Year Later" Episode Guide | Andor on StarWars.com (backup link)
- The Secrets of Mina-Rau and Chandrila: Creating the Worlds of Andor Season 2 on StarWars.com (backup link)
- The Costumes of Andor Season 2 on StarWars.com (backup link)
- Andor Season 2 | You're Coming Home to Yourself | Now Streaming on Disney+ on the official Star Wars YouTube channel (backup link)
- Andor Star Diego Luna Reflects on Cassian's Journey on StarWars.com (backup link)
- Andor Season 2 | The Tightest of Closed Circles | Now Streaming on Disney+ on the official Star Wars YouTube channel (backup link)
- Andor Season 2 | We Ask the Questions | Now Streaming on Disney+ on the official Star Wars YouTube channel (backup link)
- Genevieve O'Reilly on That Speech and Mon Mothma's Other Biggest Moments from Andor Season 2 on StarWars.com (backup link)
Notes and references[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6
First Andor A Star Wars Story Teaser Trailer and Poster Revealed on StarWars.com (backup link)
- ↑
Star Wars Holocron @ SWCJ (@sw_holocron) on Twitter (post on April 19, 2025): "The first episode of ANDOR Season 2 will be shown exclusively to the Star Wars Celebration crowd!" (backup link)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2
Andor — "One Year Later"
- ↑ Andor — "Rix Road"
External links[]
- "One Year Later" on the Aurebesh Wiki
