When Kino said he couldnt swim....that hit hard. From slightly unlikable floor manager to leading a prison revolt. Hell of a character. Andy Serkis needs to return.

Cassian yelling at 2 guards to get on program gave me the satisfaction I needed

"i burn my life, to make a sunrise i know i'll never see" such a tragic line from luthen, this show really emphasize on the brutal nature of the rebellion

The slower pace of this show is what makes these payoffs so meaningful. If the prison arc happened in one episode it wouldn't have had nearly the same impact. I FELT like I was in that prison. That's how good the pacing of this series is.

Andy Serkis is so much more than a mo cap actor. Immense performance.

I noticed this is the only time in Andor that Cassien actually locks his hands behind his head. Any other time his hand are by his ears, finger near the back of his head. The one time he is okay to appear submissive and compliant is when he's ready to break out! I love the subtle nuances in this show!

The slow burn is exactly why this moment was so rewarding. Masterful story telling.

Luthen's monologue speaking to Lonnie was *the BEST* piece of writing in any Star Wars property, and one of the best pieces of writing in any prestige TV drama. To think we went from "I dont like sand" to this is frankly unbelievable. Award worthy and truly a masterpiece.

Kino getting left behind was absolutely devastating

Two speeches in this episode; one by Kino and one by Luthen, may just well be the best speeches delivered with the best acting we’ve ever gotten in Star Wars! I’m literally in awe of the masterpiece this show is! Both of these speeches will stand the test of time… especially Luthien’s “What have I sacrificed” speech!!!!!!!

We need to scream at Disney that the entire team behind Andor NEEDS to be given a hard look for handling future SW properties. This show is fire

I have to say that scene where the guards are all huddled behind the door, and one whispers “quiet” is absolutely genius. It’s so simple, but it stood out to me so much.

My opinion, there hasn’t been a “dull episode”. Loved every minute of every episode.

It’s not filler when it’s relevant to the story. So far Andor has been a captivating story from the beginning

I realize now, that Luthen explained with his speech what Kino´s fate was. Kino couldn´t swim but he sacrificed himself for the others who could swim away while leading a rebellion in the prison. As Luthen, Kino also gave up everything for "a sunrise" he will never see. Phenomenal writing!

"I can't swim". What a heartbreaking line. I hope to see Kino again in the second season of Andor.

Luthen's monologue about sacrifice was absolutely epic, and it solidified my love for that character and this show. The prison break was amazing as well.

Kino was so hesitant at first with Cassian because he knew even if they were successful… he couldn’t swim. Makes sense now 😂

This episode was unbelievable. The way they started chanting as they escaped gave me goosebumps

That Luthen speech at the end was epic. Skarsgard puts this series on a new level of amazing.

"You need to help each other. You see someone who's confused, someone who is lost, you get them moving and you keep them moving." If the world today would be a little better people took Kino's words to heart. ❤️

I dont really get why some people are saying the show is boring because the whole progress to this and including this episode is just one big epic drama.... And Serkis, OH BOI he's absolutelly killing it. I'm really glad to see his acting another way than only mo-cap. WE NEED MORE SHOWS FROM CREATORS OF ROGUE ONE!!!!!!!

Knowing in hindsight that Kino couldn't swim and knew there was only "one way out," the "die fighting than giving them what they want" and "I'm going to assume I'm already dead" hits hard. The writing in this show comes full circle.

Luthien’s “What have I sacrificed” speech!! Is hands down the best monologue I've heard on a Star Wars show ever.

I do believe that every episode helped lead to the anticipation of the finale. I really feel I have a new understanding of the rebellion and the costs to everyone involved.

They're making Mon Mothma one of the best SW characters. We can now see that building the rebellion costs everything in her life. Maybe even her daughter! It is great and terrifying to witness the place they are, Mon and Luthen. Acting almost as the enemy, almost heartless. Great show. Andor makes Obi-Wan even worst.

All of the “filler” is what makes these types of episodes hit so hard. I hope they don’t change a thing going forward. I’m a huge fan of the show.

Luthen's monologue about sacrifice was incredible, I watched it 3 more times after the episode ended. Stellan's delivery and acting is legendary. I think that scene goes down in my top 10 greatest moments of Star Wars media. Going to be so sad when this show ends for the season, I just want to keep sitting there watching more.

Taga’s hand shaking right before their revolt is one of those minute details that makes this show superb. I can’t believe how great this show ended up turning out over Boba Fett AND Obi Wan.

I think the pacing, the build-ups and the multi episode mini-arcs is what makes this 12 episode series an absolute winner. It is what makes this prison escape episode so rewarding and gripping compared to lets say the speedy cartoonish Obiwan/Leia trench-coat disguise escape from Fortress Inquisitorious in Kenobi ep4.. Plus no Jedi mind tricks to break you out or resist a mind probe in this show. It all adds to the realistic mature tone and makes for great drama, you really get invested in these flawed 3D characters. Luthen was like the Godfather: Every time you think you're out, We'll pull you back in !

None of this show felt like filler, it all has felt like it’s been building characters and tension for the great climaxes like this episode, and the heist

I still can't figure out what the filler is. I've savored every minute of this show. As far as I can tell, everything has had a purpose.

Filler? This show has no filler - characters continue to develop and the plot hasn't stopped!

This series has had no filler for me - it's all been valid and worthwhile world building - the closest I've ever got to being there....

Kino’s speech hit me so hard. This show has become my favorite live action Star Wars show. Period.

I can’t quite get over just how good this show is and how it keeps getting better. I honestly expected so little after the other shows, but I’m very happy to be proven wrong.

The fact that there are a lot of alien as soon as we leave the empire shows that the choice was deliberat, and it shows the kind of exclusion of aliens from the empire ranks and "workers" in the prison.

Kino not being able to swim was such a gut punch of irony; the only way to freedom is one of the things he can't do.

Imma be honest, Andy Serkins deserves an Oscar for his performance in this series, his acting feels like a whole other level, what an amazing actor. I really hope Kino survived the escape and we get to see him again because as I said... truly remarkable acting.

This was one of the most heartbreaking episodes of television. Every characters life is so heartbreaking. This is television, build up to make you feel for characters. Andor if they stick the landing will be on the Star Trek, Game of thrones, breaking bad, and sopranos level. This is the best thing Star Wars has made in my opinion. I’m a huge Mando, prequel, Rogue One, and OG Star Wars Fan but this is top tier.

Andy Serkis and Stellan Skarsgård were incredible in this episode, this may have been two of the best acting performances in the history of Star Wars. I hope we see Andy Serkis in Star Wars again, maybe to voice and mo-cap a CGI Plagius.

I never had any issues with the slow pacing in the first place. It's paced like any other show that isn't a Disney+ product, which makes it feel more lived in and grounded to me. But I can assure you, the pay off of this prison break wouldn't have been nearly as fulfilling if we hadn't spent as long as we did with these characters.

I swear Andy Serkis kills every role he does... Gollum, Caesar, Snoke, Klaue, Alfred, Kino... He's such a captivating actor!

The success of the prison break felt even more rewarding because we as the viewers only ever saw the prison from Andor's perspective, the dull white interior was all we were familiar with. When we finally see the exterior of the prison again for only the second time since Andor's arrival, it's a moment of bliss and relief. It really makes you feel that those 5000 men were truly trapped in a pit of hell.

I loved Luthen speech at the end..it really shows how the perspective of the people fighting for the Rebellion was..It was not an adventure, not even a "fight against evil Empire" per se..it was the ultimate sacrifice It also brings a good question... we see a lot of people here in the internet saying that they "wouldn't accept Hitler taking power"..that they "would join the resistance and not let the Holocaust happen and etc".. Would you really do it knowing what would cost?? Would you be ready to give EVERYTHING against a Fascist Empire??

Andy Serkis’ acting is beyond fantastic!

My heart was pounding through my chest for 45 minutes. Brilliant pacing, dialogue, acting, and the way it switched seamlessly between the different threads - Luthren, the prison, Mon and Dedra.

Andy Serkis and Stellan Skarsgård totally killed it in this episode but let's take the time to stand up and give ovation to Toby Haynes for his stunning direction and Beau Willimon for a beautifully crafted screenplay. The force is strong with this people.

This show is by far the best thing Star Wars has put out since Empire Strikes Back. It's a masterpiece, I find it funny you say that you enjoyed this episode more and realize it may have been from all the "exposition" which you called "boring". Theory, the exposition is called world building man, and it was masterfully done, it makes you understand the characters and their motivations more so when you get this incredible episode the pay off is much greater. I feel Lucas would love this show, wish I can know his thoughts, what this show does is expand and explain the universe in a very chilling way. I see you and Den keep complaining about no force, or typical things with Star Wars, well that's the point, this is about the rebellion and the people in it, most of which were not force users just regular people. I can't state enough how much I love this show, for me it's on the same field as "Empire Strikes Back" just an incredible show.

I think our friend Theory is suffering from severe dopamine withdrawal, this show have been teeming with intrigue and every episode have been exciting and filled with substance. We have been getting the equivalent of Star Wars junk food with some notable exceptions from Disney up until now.

My heart was pounding out of my chest from the point where andor was breaking the pipe to the point they got the blasters that was a sick episode I can’t wait for the season finale next week

The suspense in this episode leading up to the prison break was insane

I’m grateful for the 9 episode lead up to this episode. They allowed for a carryover of tension between the prison break and the interpersonal drama in the side stories.

I love how Andor began slow and each episode builds up a little more stress and action than the one before it. Its full on action now. I’m fully invested in the characters and loving the series.

I haven’t felt that kind of suspense from a show in years. Beautiful.

I don't get the critique that this show was slow, or too many fillers.... this is possibly the best live action SW show ever. Great writing, directing, acting, cinematography, music, wardrobe, you name it Not to mention the amazing attention to detail, and the dang story just making sense! What a show! I love how gritty and serious it is!

10:51 exactly, which is why the episodes before were by any definition not "filler". The characters developed so well not by doing random side missions like Bad Batch for example, but driving the main arcs forward in slow, but so well thought out ways.

10/10 this was as perfect as it could have been. Nothing to tweak or anything. This episode was incredible.

The scene when Luthen talks about his sacrifices was so powerful, I totally loved it. IMPECCABLE acting there, great monologue.

I disagree with the length and filler. I think this has been on of the most interesting, intense, well written and acted series I have watched, Star Wars or not. This series has been really well thought out from events to intense personal dialogue that has fit and made you appreciate aspects of the originals and pre-quels and how it relates. Super well done.

Kino broke my heart. His speech made me emotional and then finding out he can’t leave.. damn man I wish I could’ve dragged him off that prison

I was genuinely gutted when the episode ended, I just wanted it to keep going! Sign of a phenomenal show!

People aren’t understanding that Kino’s hesitancy to organize an escape was cause by his inability to swim the entire time. He believed they could do it, however he knew he couldn’t join them. He sacrificed his life for the chance of all the other prisoners to have theirs.

This series is, from episode 1 until now, unbelievable good. Period.

It was perfect!!! I don’t think they needed to cut down anything I wanted more of this. I was on the edge I hope we find out what happens with Kino. If it was me I was learning how to swim in that moment or I am drowning. I hope Andor goes back to help him I mostly one a solid answer with that character. Good or bad!! 👌

This is why i appreciate all the exposition. You really get an opportunity learn and spend time with the characters. So when the pay off does happen it feels earned and means more to you.

This show is a masterpiece idc what anyone says the writing in this show is next level

andy serkis was unbelievable in this show, because of all the motion capture he does i never realised how amazing of an actor he is

I think Mon Mothma will arrange her daughter with the banker’s son. One of the major themes of this show is the personal sacrifices the founders of the Rebellion had to make.

I just watched it again and all I can say is that Andy Serkis and Stellan Skarsgard get top honors in this episode I know I've said it before but that speech by Stellan Skarsgard about what he has scarafised gives one goosebumps and is a great speech that will be sampled and used for years to come

ANDY. SERKIS. Right off the top, you made me cry sir. And that takes a lot these day. BRAVO! Andor keeps getting better and better ! Kudos to BEAU WILLIMON, and whoever understood that getting him on this show was a 'good idea'. Excellent writing indeed.

The way this show builds for a few episodes than delivers an epic climax is incredible. I can’t wait too see what happens next.

*Such a great episode with how things flowed from start to finish! "ONE Way Out" being said a few times before being roared out by many was such great placement in those various scenes here in episode 10. And Kino still showing signs of his own inner turmoil as he's still trying to fulfill the revolt was great! And Mon Mothma's conversation with Davo Sculdun was great as well as she will do the meet & greet that Davo proposed. Especially since ther trying to move her funds the legal way hasn't worked at all. I'm interested in seeing what all will happen between her, Tay Kolma & Davo Sculdun moving forward. And Luthen's conversation with Lonnie was such great dialog! I loved what they talked about! 20/10 for me for my final rating for episode 10 today!*

"One Way Out!" Legendary Actor and episode Thanks again General Theory

Every second leading up to the prison scene made it more impactful. Love this show!

Brilliant show, brilliant episode. As an actor, director, and storyteller, I don't think any of the episodes are unnecessary or throw away. You learn something about the galaxy and characters every episode if you are paying attention. To quote Sherlock Holmes, nothing is wasted.

Genevieve O'Reilly really hit it out of the park in her scene. You could see her anger simmering under the surface, just BARELY contained.

Kino’s speech was awesome. Surely thought it was going to be the high point of dialogue this season. And then Luthien comes along… WOW

I've been telling people who criticize me for putting all of my heart and soul into this peace of pure Art how this is the best of the best we ever got to the story about the birth of the Rebellion. And how it's perfectly shown in the background through the story of Andor character. The struggle of ordinary man and woman who are willing to sacrifice everything for freedom over a decade of oppression. Isn't that something we have seen throughout our own history numerous times again and again. One spark to fuel the Rebellion over oppressed is what is needed, one person sacrifice for the cause will always ignite the fire in people's hearts to liberate themselves.💪💪💪🔥🔥🔥

This show has been so refreshing what an incredible experience! Best piece of Star Wars we’ve seen in a decade plus!!

I must admit that when they announced Andor, I wasn’t really interested in the idea, being Cassian Andor was one of the least interesting characters to me in Rogue One. But I was going to watch it, and I’m glad I have, as this is some really good SW content. I wish all of Disney’s SW had the kind of care and dedication that this series has. Maybe this is the beginning of changes for the better.

That scene at the end with Luthan was awesome! The writing for that and even the whole episode was the best so far.

My favorite moment is when Kino yells at his crew how ridiculous it was for all of them to panic at a simple phrase of "level 2" being telephoned by hand signs from floors below. which I instantly busted into laughter cuz he was right in a certain way. There was too little information but it goes to show how isolated those prisoners were to come up with such a primitive way of communicating with other floors. They had no choice but to communicate that way.

The idea that people are trapped in the Rebellion is incredible. That's what it takes to bring down an Empire and play the long game.

When Kino went over the intercom with the voice manipulator it sounded like Serkis was playing Snoke again😂

I think it's also important to note that when they started to fry the floor, Kino told everyone to climb onto the tables yet he stayed still. Just goes to show he was willing to save everyone else over himself I think it's fantastic that we get the opportunity to have episodes that people think are "slow" and "boring" because that build up gives us moments like this. It wouldn't have hit as hard if this was only in 2 episodes or something. I've enjoyed Andor from start to finish, it's a masterpiece in my books

I understand wishing that the series had gotten to the point quicker, but if we compare this style of storytelling to Obi-Wan, for example, it begins to make sense. Had Reva's character not been as rushed I'm sure we'd like her substantially more. Inversely, I'm convinced this episode was so well done because we've slowly seen Cassian throughout the series pivot from being a cleverly selfish individual to someone who cares about others, and I think this, well of course, will be the catalyst for his role in the resistance. Really impressed with this series, and even more impressed with the character development of Cassian. 10/10 episode.

The "I can't swim" scene very much felt like Kino was gonna die. But he said it with a smile cause any death outside is better than the death inside. By his speech to the prison he 100% committed. He knew he couldn't swim since the beginning. Just enjoyed the sunshine for a bit then jumped. I hope somebody helped him. Like he asked everybody to. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

Wish we had this type of quality for all the rest of the Star Wars content

As a fan of the slow hbo-style series i absolutelly love this show. And this episode was really good. The look on kino's eyes as he was doing the speech... You could see in his eyes, he knew he wasn't getting out. Such an emotional episode. I really hope we see what happens to kino.

Holy sh*t that episode was next-level. The prison break was incredibly tense, especially considering we already know Cassian makes it out. And Luthen's speech at the end about what he had sacrificed, combined with Stellan Skarsgard's incredible performance was f*cking Shakespeare. I was watching on tablet and when he rhetorically asked "What have I sacrificed?" I instinctively pulled the screen closer, hanging on every word. And the echo at the end when he yells "everything" just hammered it all home. As soon as credits rolled I immediately went back and watched that scene again. Absolutely top-shelf TV 🔥🔥🔥

All the episodes building up made this one how good it is! I love everything about this show.

This episode honestly gave me the season 1 of prison break tension from that first escape. I felt like I was helping them fight their way out myself great episode 👏

That torture scene of Bix was terrifying. The creepy doctor and the choice not to let us hear what those terrible sounds were, it was so good.

You keep stating that this series has been too much of a slow burn etc, but I feel this is what makes it great. We become more invested in the character's back stories, and this is the advantage of a tv series. Maybe in future films we will see these characters and we'll know why we are supportive or against them, rather than being told "this is bad, this is good". Anyway, loving Andor and can't wait to see the build continue.

I really hope Kino survives this, I really want to see more of Andy Serkis! He's taken this (so far) minor role and made it his own.

Absolutely love this show. Showing the inner circle of the rebellion and what it took. The Jedi didn’t spark the rebellion, the non-force sensitive people of the galaxy did. Shows how a Rebellion isn’t pretty and loved this episode!! Spark of the Rebellion

I just hope The Television Academy is receiving feed back on how great is the show ANDOR! The writing of the epic speech of Luthen has reached a next level of excellence. The acting in this scene is an Emmy worthy. We are watching what I believe the best SW since The Empire. The entire show is a masterpiece in writing, acting, music, cinematography, etc!

I'm not the type to tear up, but hearing Kino's "I can't swim... I can't swim" then seeing Andor move to help Kino only to be pushed over, I honestly feel like I need a little cry Bravo Andy Serkis, I'm not up to date on the news, honestly I'm bone idol and can't be arsed, but if that's it for Kino, I salute Andy for excellent, amazing performance

Luthen’s monologue at the end made me realize how much he sacrificed. I’d be one of his heroes 🫡