Andor season 2 cast and character guide: Who's who in the Star Wars prequel series?

Other returning characters from the first run are Stellan Skarsgård as spy master Luthen Rael, Genevieve O'Reilly as the heroic Senator Mon Mothma, Denise Gough as the ruthless Lieutenant Dedra Meero, and many more.

Season 2 also sees the arrival of multiple faces from Rogue One, including Ben Mendelsohn as Director Orson Krennic and Alan Tudyk as the droid K-2SO, while we also get to see the return of Senator Bail Organa - now played by a different actor.

So, with the entire series of the Disney Plus series available to watch now, read on to find out everything you need to know about Andor season 2's cast and characters.

Andor season 2 cast and character guide: Who's who in the Star Wars prequel series?

The following cast members feature in Andor season 2 on Disney+.

• Diego Luna as Cassian Andor
• Stellan Skarsgard as Luthen Rael
• Genevieve O'Reilly as Senator Mon Mothma
• Denise Gough as Lieutenant Dedra Meero
• Kyle Soller as Syril Karn
• Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen
• Faye Marsay as Vel Sartha
• Varada Sethu as Cinta Kaz
• Elizabeth Dulau as Kleya Marki
• Kathryn Hunter as Eedy Karn
• Alastair MacKenzie as Perrin Fertha
• Ben Miles as Tay Kolma
• Anton Lesser as Major Partagaz
• Duncan Pow as Ruescott Melshi
• Richard Dillane as Davo Scaldun
• Muhannad Bhaier as Wilom Paak
• Sam Gilroy as Gerdis
• Benjamin Norris as Bardi
• Robert Emms as Supervisor Lonni Jung
• Jacob James Beswick as Supervisor Heert
• Richard Sammel as Carro Rylanz
• Thierry Godard as Lezine
• Alistair Petrie as General Davits Draven
• Jonjo O'Neill as Kaido
• Alan Tudyk as the voice of K-2SO
• Benjamin Bratt as Senator Bail Organa
• Ben Mendelsohn as Director Orson Krennic
• Forest Whitaker as Saw Gerrera

Find out more about the major players below.

Diego Luna plays Cassian Andor

Who is Cassian Andor? First introduced in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Cassian Andor is a member of the Rebel Alliance who was instrumental in acquiring the Death Star plans; a major win which facilitated Luke Skywalker's ultimate destruction of the horrifying space weapon. However, years before that fateful mission, he was far less interested in the idea of rebellion, with this series delving into what ultimately turned him into a committed freedom fighter.

In the second season, Cassian has now become a spy and operative for Luthen Rael as he continues to play a more leading role in rebellion efforts.

What else has Diego Luna been in? Luna began his acting career in his home country of Mexico, rising through the industry alongside childhood friend Gael García Bernal – with the pair starring in Alfonso Cuaron's acclaimed 2001 film Y tu mamá también.

Outside of Star Wars, he is known for his roles in awards favourite Milk, sci-fi thriller Elysium, romantic drama If Beale Street Could Talk and animation DC's League of Super-Pets while on the small screen, he played Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo in Netflix's Narcos: Mexico and recently reunited with García Bernal for the Disney Plus series La Máquina.

Stellan Skarsgård plays Luthen Rael

Who is Luthen Rael? Luthen Rael is an enigmatic Rebel spy. When we first met him in Andor, all we knew was that he claimed to be leading a mission that could inflict major damage on the burgeoning Empire – and it soon emerged that he was a leading member of the Rebel Alliance who masks his true allegiances by appearing as a humble antiques shop owner. Rael works closely with Senator Mon Mothma.

In the second season, Luthen Rael's past is revealed, as is how he first met his right-hand-woman, Kleya Marki.

What else has Stellan Skarsgård been in? Skarsgård has become a well known face in Hollywood cinema over the years, with a major role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Dr Erik Selvig. He also starred in sci-fi epic Dune and its sequel as the evil Baron Vladimir Harkonnen.

Previously, he was known as Bootstrap Bill Turner in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and critically lauded for films including Good Will Hunting, Amistad and Melancholia – while he famously played Bill Anderson in the Mamma Mia films.

Genevieve O'Reilly plays Senator Mon Mothma

Who is Mon Mothma? The senator for the planet Chandrila, Mon Mothma, is a politician who has been a member of the Galactic Senate since the days of the Republic and held her position after its downfall by pledging allegiance to the new Empire.

However, in secret, she is aiding resistance forces and planning to fight back against the oppressive regime. Mon Mothma would go on to become a leading figure in the Rebel Alliance, as seen in 1983's Return of the Jedi.

Following the events of the original trilogy, Mothma becomes the Chancellor of the New Republic, as seen in the television series Ahsoka.

What else has Genevieve O'Reilly been in? O'Reilly has taken on dramatic television roles in Tin Star, Three Families and The Honourable Woman, while she had a more comedic recurring role on Matt LeBlanc sitcom Episodes. On the big screen, she had a small role in The Matrix sequels as Officer Wirtz, and also appeared in 2016's The Legend of Tarzan, where she played the jungle hero's mother.

Denise Gough plays Lieutenant Dedra Meero

Who is Dedra Meero? Dedra Meero is a supervisor within the Empire's authoritarian Imperial Security Bureau, who was hellbent on tracking down Cassian Andor when he became a wanted man.

In the second season, Meero is now in a relationship with Syril Karn and also works with Director Orson Krennic after the disastrous events on Ferrix.

What else has Denise Gough been in? Gough has recently been seen in the series The Stolen Girl, while other television roles include Who Is Erin Carter?, Sky comedy Stella, Idris Elba series Guerrilla, psychological thriller Too Close and factual drama Under the Banner of Heaven. On the big screen, she is known for children's fantasy film The Kid Who Would Be King.

Kyle Soller plays Syril Karn

Who is Syril Karn? At the start of Andor, Syril Karn was working for a corporate authority partnered with the Empire to enforce order on the planet of Morlana One. It is there that Andor first comes to his attention. Following a humiliating attempt at capturing the fugitive, Karn became obsessed with exacting his revenge.

In the second season, Karn is the lover and ally of Dedra Meero, coming to aid her plans on the planet Ghorman. However, can he trust Dedra?

What else has Kyle Soller been in? Soller appeared in Aidan Turner's beloved Poldark remake in the role of Francis, while his other British television projects include Silent Witness, Bounty Hunters and Brexit: The Uncivil War. He also had a key role in the Netflix series Bodies in 2023.

Adria Arjona plays Bix Caleen

Who is Bix Caleen? Bix is a longtime friend of Cassian Andor, although their relationship was on shaky ground when we met her at the start of season 1. She owns a salvage yard, which she inherited following the death of her parents, and is a highly skilled mechanic. In the second season, Bix is a traumatised rebel in hiding and her relationship with Cassian deepens even further.

What else has Adria Arjona been in? Since season 1 aired, Arjona has had some major film roles, including in Hit Man and Blink Twice. Earlier credits include blockbuster sequel Pacific Rim: Uprising and superhero origin Morbius, while she is also known for television roles in Oz reimagining Emerald City and Good Omens.

Among her other projects are Netflix Original action flicks 6 Underground, Triple Frontier and Sweet Girl, and the second season of HBO's True Detective.

Faye Marsay plays Vel Sartha

Who is Vel Sartha? A Rebel leader on the planet Aldhani who crosses paths with Cassian Andor. Later episodes in season 1 revealed that Vel is the cousin of Mon Mothma and is a spy working for Luthen Rael and is in a relationship with Cinta Kaz.

In the second season, Vel is pining for Cinta and is present for some major moments on her homeworld of Chanrila and on the planet Ghorman.

What else has Faye Marsay been in? Marsay has appeared in the films Pride, Darkest Hour, A Private War, and Lady Chatterley's Lover. Additionally, she is known for her TV roles in The White Queen, Black Mirror, Doctor Who, Game of Thrones and most recently Adolescence.

Varada Sethu plays Cinta Kaz

Who is Cinta Kaz? A Rebel on Aldhani who is the team's medic and healer. She was later shown to be the lover of Vel Sartha and aided her on Ferrix.

In the second season, Cinta has been separated from Vel for some time, but will they be reunited?

What else has Varada Sethu been in? Sethu is currently making waves as the Doctor's new companion Belinda Chandra on Doctor Who, while previously she has appeared in films such as Now You See Me 2, Jurassic World: Dominion, and I Came By. She has also been seen in the series Hanna, Doctor Foster, Annika and the Strike Back franchise.

Elizabeth Dulau plays Kleya Marki

Who is Kleya Marki? The icy assistant to Luthen Rael in his antiques store, Kleya plays a vital and pragmatic role in the Rebellion's schemes.

In the second season, Kleya goes further than ever before in her fight against the Empire, as her own backstory is also revealed.

What else has Elizabeth Dulau been in? Dulau has also appeared in The Outlaws and Gentleman Jack, while she had a small voice role in Wicked.

Joplin Sibtain plays Brasso

Who is Brasso? Andor's co-worker and friend, who is very loyal to him. He escaped the Empire's attack on Ferrix at the end of season 1.

In the second season, Brasso is residing in hiding with Bix and Wilmon Paak.

What else has Joplin Sibtain been in? You might recognise Sibtain for his role in the Doctor Who episode The Waters of Mars, while other TV credits include Hard Sun and Safe.

Muhannad Bhaier plays Wilmon Paak

Who is Wilmon Paak? A resident of Ferrix who worked for his father Salman in the Repaak Salyard, Wilmon escaped the planet with Andor in season 1 and is living in hiding in the second season. Wilmon later becomes a valued member of the Rebellion.

What else has Muhannad Bhaier been in? Bhaier is a relative newcomer.

Alan Tudyk plays K-2SO

Who is K-2SO? A droid character who was first introduced in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – where he served as Andor's co-pilot.

The second season of Andor shows the origins of Cassian and K-2SO's relationship after the droid is initially a servant of the Empire.

What else has Alan Tudyk been in? Tudyk is one of the most prolific voice actors going, with key credits across film and TV including the likes of Ice Age, Justice League, Astro Boy, Young Justice, Wreck-It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootropolis, Moana, Aladdin, Harley Quinn, Disenchantment, The Owl House, Encanto, Wish and most recently The Electric State.

Benjamin Bratt plays Senator Bail Organa

Who is Senator Bail Organa? The senator for the planet Alderaan and husband of Queen Breha Organa, and the adopted father of Princess Leia Organa. Bail is an honourable man and a key figure in the Rebel Alliance alongside Mon Mothma.

The character previously appeared in the Star Wars prequel trilogy films Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, along with Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the television series Obi-Wan Kenobi. Actor Jimmy Smits previously played the character in these appearances.

What else has Benjamin Bratt been in? The American actor is best known for his film roles in Blood In Blood Out, Demolition Man, Clear and Present Danger, River Wild, Miss Congeniality, Traffic, Catwoman, and Snitch, along with television roles in Law & Order, Private Practice, and 24: Live Another Day.

Anton Lesser plays Major Lio Partagaz

Who is Major Lio Partagaz? Dedra's sharp commanding officer in the Imperial Security Bureau, who mentors her and is aware of the wants and needs of Emperor Palpatine.

What else has Anton Lesser been in? The Shakespearean actor is best known for his television roles in the likes of Game of Thrones, The Crown, The Trial of Christine Keeler, and Wolf Hall.

Ben Mendelsohn plays Director Orson Krennic

Who is Orson Krennic? Another character who was introduced in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, we know Krennic as the director of Advanced Weapons Research for the Imperial military, who was obsessed with the completion of the Death Star project.

What else has Ben Mendelsohn been in? The Australian actor has had roles in numerous films, such as The Dark Knight Rises, Captain Marvel and Ready Player One, but is also known for TV performances in Netflix's Bloodline, Secret Invasion, The Outsider and The New Look.

Forest Whitaker plays Saw Gerrera

Who is Saw Gerrera? Gerrera is a freedom fighter who was first introduced in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, before making his live-action debut in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. While he has fought alongside Republic heroes Obi-Wan Kenobi and Ahsoka Tano in the past, he is ultimately disowned by the Rebel Alliance for tactics deemed too violent and extreme.

What else has Forest Whitaker been in? Whitaker is an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Last King of Scotland. Other film credits include Good Morning, Vietnam, The Butler, Arrival and Marvel's Black Panther, while more recently he's been in The King of Kings and new Netflix film Havoc.

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