George R.R. Martin Names This Award-Snubbed Star Wars Project the ‘Best of the Spinoffs’

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Summary

  • George R.R. Martin praises Andor as the best Star Wars spinoff, highlighting Diego Luna’s performance.
  • Andor is lauded for its exceptional writing, memorable moments, and engaging political spy thriller narrative.
  • Andor creator, Tony Gilroy, is recognized for his masterclass in writing for the small screen, contrasting Marvel Cinematic Universe trends.

George R.R. Martin has been frequently discussed lately due to his efforts to complete the next installment in the “Game of Thrones” series, however, the author has been engrossed in what he considers the top “Star Wars” spinoff: “Andor“. Following the lackluster performance of “The Acolyte” and “Skeleton Crew” shows on Disney + in 2024, the second and final season of “Andor” has made waves as extraordinary television through its pulse-pounding tension, political perspective, and indelible characters.

In a lead-up to the 2016 release of “Rogue One”, the Disney+ series “Andor” unfolds as a suspenseful political drama set in a distant galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor, a former thief who becomes a key figure in the Rebel Alliance’s rebellion against the oppressive Galactic Empire. The show delivers several impactful scenes, such as the spectacular Aldhani heist and Mon Mothma’s powerful Senate speech, all skillfully timed to heighten the emotional impact of “Andor”‘s most gripping episodes.

George R.R. Martin Calls Andor the Best Star Wars Spinoff

On his website Not A Blog, Martin extolled the virtues of the series Andor, calling it “this year’s standout” and the “best of the Star Wars spinoffs.” He also commended Diego Luna’s performance in the show and appreciated its realistic and tense storyline, which he felt was missing from most other spinoffs. In the same post, Martin praised James Gunn’s recent Superman movie, describing it as one of the best Superman films ever made and singling out Nicholas Hoult’s chilling portrayal of Lex Luthor as “the Best Luthor of All Time.” Furthermore, he shared his opinion on the best episode in television history, expressing his appreciation for mixed genres beyond his usual fantasy-based works.

Diego Luna shone brilliantly, the story felt authentic and tense, and it was disappointing that these qualities were rarely present in other spin-off series.

Despite many “Game of Thrones” fans applauding author George R.R. Martin for his praise of “Andor” and actor Diego Luna on social media, others remain disappointed with him due to the delay in completing his latest “A Song of Ice and Fire” book. Some fans prefer to imagine him writing instead of watching TV or discussing the newest “Superman” film. The writer of “The Witcher” even criticized Martin’s prolonged delay in publishing “The Winds of Winter”. However, more fans have been praising “Andor”, commending its exceptional casting, cinematography, and costumes. Fans were dismayed when actors Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, Denise Gough, and Kyle Soller from “Andor” weren’t nominated for Emmys this year, despite the show receiving universal critical acclaim.

Tony Gilroy, the mind behind Andor, has been praised by Star Wars fans and critics for his exceptional screenwriting techniques in the small-screen realm. His insights into why the Marvel Cinematic Universe may have faltered recently were highly sought after. Critics have often accused the expansion of Marvel’s live-action stories as being oversaturated, leading to instances of superhero burnout, even among diehard fans. However, Gilroy successfully infused a sense of renewal into a comparable franchise by emphasizing character development over plot devices (MacGuffins), and was richly rewarded for his innovative approach.

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2025-07-29 15:43