As the acclaimed series Andor wraps up its second and final season, Disney is striving to transform the show’s critical acclaim into Emmy wins. This year, they are submitting Andor for consideration in an impressive 23 categories at the upcoming Emmys, aiming to better its previous nomination for Outstanding Drama Series, where it lost to Succession in 2023.
The competition for 2025 is fierce, with Severance likely leading the pack. However, Andor still has strong possibilities for nominations and wins in several other categories. According to Variety, here are the categories in which Andor is vying for Emmy recognition:
- Outstanding Drama Series
- Directing for a Drama Series: Janus Metz for episode 208, “Who Are You?”
- Writing for a Drama Series: Dan Gilroy for episode 209, “Welcome to the Rebellion”
- Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Diego Luna (Cassian Andor)
- Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Stellan Skarsgård (Luthen Rael); Kyle Soller (Syril Karn)
- Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Genevieve O’Reilly (Mon Mothma); Denise Gough (Dedra Meero); Adria Arjona (Bix Caleen); Faye Marsay (Vel Sartha); Elizabeth Dulau (Kleya Marki)
- Guest Actor in a Drama Series: Ben Mendelsohn (Orson Krennic); Forest Whitaker (Saw Gerrera); Benjamin Bratt (Bail Organa)
- Guest Actress in a Drama Series: Varada Sethu (Cinta Kaz)
- Character Voice-Over Performance: Alan Tudyk (K-2SO)
Additionally, Andor is also in the running for numerous technical categories, including Casting for a Drama Series, Cinematography for a Series (One Hour), Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes, and Sound Editing, among others.
The Star Wars franchise has a history of Emmy success, with The Mandalorian leading the way, having won 15 awards across its three seasons. This year’s Emmy nominations are set to be announced on July 15, with the ceremony following on September 14 in Los Angeles. Who do you think will take home the coveted awards?
What are the chances of Andor winning an Emmy this year? While competition is intense, its critical acclaim gives it a fighting chance.
How does Andor compare to other nominees from previous years? Given its storytelling and strong performances, it stands out as a compelling contender.
When are the Emmys taking place? The ceremony will occur on September 14, 2025, in Los Angeles, making it a highly anticipated event for fans.
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