"Creator of 'Andor' discloses startling production expenses for the show"
"Andor," the latest smash-hit in the Star Wars universe, comes with a jaw-dropping price tag. Showrunner Tony Gilroy revealed at the ATX Television Festival that the series cost an impressive $650 million for its 24 episodes.
In a candid conversation, Gilroy hinted at Disney's generous financial commitment, stating, "For Disney, this is $650 million." This whopping budget makes "Andor" the most expensive production in the Star Wars universe to date.
The sky-high budget is a stark contrast to the early days of Star Wars, as evident in Mark Hamill's thoughts on Luke Skywalker's next appearance in the franchise. In an interview with Comic Book, Hamill reflected on the franchise's humble beginnings, referring to Star Wars as "the most expensive low-budget movie ever made."
As for Hamill's potential role in the upcoming Rey-focused Star Wars film, he suggests the focus should be on the new generation of characters, expressing gratitude for his past experiences in the franchise but indicating it's time to hand over the lightsaber to the next generation.
Meanwhile, another awaited Star Wars release is "Star Wars: New Order Jedi," set to premiere on December 17, 2027. As for other Star Wars series like "Ahsoka," their budgets remain undisclosed. But one thing is for certain, the Star Wars universe continues to break boundaries and push the envelope with each remarkable venture.
Star Wars universe's latest series, "Andor," is not only breaking records with its impressive $650 million budget but also setting a new standard in entertainment, showcasing that culture, news, movies-and-tv, and the entire landscape of Star Wars are becoming more expensive and ambitious. In contrast to the humble origins of Star Wars, the budgets for upcoming releases like "Star Wars: New Order Jedi" may raise more questions about the financial commitment involved in these grand productions.
