Here’s When The Cassian Andor Disney+ Series Takes Place In The ‘Star Wars’ Timeline
The exact spot on theStar Warstimeline when the upcomingCassian Andorseries on Disney+ takes place has been revealed. While it was known that theRogue Oneprequel series starringDiego Lunawould take place before the events of the firstStar Warsstandalone movie, it was not yet clear how many years into Cassian Andor’s past we would go. But now StarWars.com has confirmed the setting of the Cassian Andor series timeline.
The yet-untitled Cassian Andor series locked down two new cast members and showrunnerTony Gilroylast week, and now two updates that were confirmed byStarWars.com. But in the brief casting breakdown, StarWars.com revealed that the Cassian Andor series will take place five years before the events ofRogue One. In the context of theStar Warstimeline, that means the Disney+ series will take place in 5 BBY (Before the Battle of Yavin) — which refers to the battle that destroys the Death Star inStar Wars: A New Hope.Rogue Onetakes place immediately beforeA New Hope.
When the project was first announced, it was described as a “rousing spy thriller” that “will explore tales filled with espionage and daring missions to restore hope to a galaxy in the grip of a ruthless Empire.” With this new information about where the series will take place in theStar Warstimeline, this means the Empire has been in power for 14 years and that the young Rebellion Intelligence Officer would be 21 years old. Which may be a little bit of a stretch for the 40-year-old Luna, but hey inRogue One, he looked like a pretty weathered 26-year-old. But the character is dear to Luna, who was excited to return to the character — despite his death alongside all the main characters ofRogue One.
“Going back to the Star Wars universe is very special for me,“saidLuna. “I have so many memories of the great work we did together and the relationships I made throughout the journey. We have a fantastic adventure ahead of us, and this new exciting format will give us the chance to explore this character more deeply.”
There is no set release date yet for the Cassian Andor series.
