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This show continues to satisfy me. It really is a shame that so many aren't watching this. In my humble opinion it is the best Star Wars Disney+ show.

Once again, the script is fantastic. Just grown ups having strict political conversations in the midst of a fascist regime. There is hardly any action in this episode and that's fine with me; I am intrigued all the same.

Also the acting!! Genevieve O'Reilly, Stellan Skarsgärd, Diego Luna and even Fiona Shaw continue to excel on this front.

Another thing that I haven't really seen mentioned: the music is amazing! In this episode specifically it was quite different than we've heard before in Star Wars.

Some may argue that that isn't Star Wars, and that it should be more tailored for kids. However, you can't tell me this show hasn't been a breath of fresh air.

I really have been enjoying this series!

I remember way back, way back, when George Lucas mentioned how the prequels might be more Machiavellian, political, and full of plotting and intrigue. What this series is delivering is just what I was hoping to see one day when I heard that. The music, the acting, the shot design, all of it just really works for me.

I feel if I were in Star Wars episode 4, on Tatooine, in the alleyways where Luke and Ben sold the speeder, if I just turned down a different alley, I'd see things happening the way they do in this show. Really looking forward to more. Bravo!

After the spectacle that was last week's episode, episode 7 deals with the inevitable fall out and repercussions.

I love how the show refuses to fall into any lazy tropes but continues to unpack the delicate conflicts unfolding in the fledgling rebellion and the ruthless reaction of the empire.

Its hard to define exactly what happened in this episode because of all the small character moments that unfolded without much action but it results in an episode that is so much greater than the sum of its parts.

Its clear to see that the writers made sure to use each episode effectively. Andor is a must watch and the momentum each episode is building may lead to something really special in the star wars canon.

P.s. Its hard to believe that the iconic white stormtrooper has only just made its official appearance in this episode of Andor. Welcome back old friends.

What a refreshing direction this show is going in. Star Wars for grown ups, and something that kids can look forward to enjoying when they're a bit older. The acting and writing in this series, and particularly in this episode, is a very high standard. My inner nerd would like to see more of the goofy tech/droids scenes like the kitchen chef-droids in Boba, but overall this really is a brilliant show. If someone would've said to me five years ago that Disney will be rolling out a bunch of Star Wars TV shows, I probably would've cringed, said it wouldn't work, and mumbled something about staying loyal to the movies. Dare I say it, I think these shows are better than any of the movies.

This is a very strong episode that builds on the previous the events of 'The Eye'.

For me the best parts of the story are the fallout from the heist on Adhani and all the politics involved in the development of the rebellion.

I love all the scenes involving Mon Mothma. This character is compellingly written and she is performed with class by Genevieve O'Reilly. It probably sounds childish but I feel a sense of nerdy excitement every time she is on screen as we know where her character will go but not how she got there.

The scenes at the security meeting are also great as they provide more plausible detail of the empire's response to the possible formation of an organised rebellion. It's also great to see Yularen from the original Star Wars in a prominent role.

Cassian has solid screen time, with a superb scene involving Maarva, and for me his arc gets even more intriguing until the last two scenes of the episode. Diego Luna is on good form and Fiona Shaw is excellent.

The cinematography, editing, production design and music are all top drawer and with more of that 'Bladerunner' type feel to everything. The content still feels very Star Wars with the visuals and references of familiar characters and places.