Want to know what the most horrific scene in this episode was? - It was that power outage when andor's group was on the bridge. You now realize that moment when the power went out it was actually them fying all the prisoners on level 2. It took so much power/electricity to do it that it caused an outage for a few seconds in the whole facility. You guys didn't mention it, so Idk if you caught that, but yeah.

Bro this show is so intense. Love how this show keeps you on the edge of your seat. Seeing the prisoners desperately trying to figure out what happened on Level 2 was so good

How'd Dedra not know that 99% of the subscribers on her OnlyISBs page were shell accounts that Syril made?

I love that the underlying motivation for Andy Serkis' character is that he knows he's responsible for the lives of _EVERYONE on his floor._ He's a calculated and by-the-numbers type of person who makes sure he does everything he can to keep them safe and make sure that they get out as scheduled without any individual compromising the group's safety… *and he's just learned that there is no way he can achieve that.* What has me even more excited than his shift at the end of the episode is that more than Cassian or anyone else - he knows that if they make an attempt and they don't do it right _WAY more than just THEIR floor will die for it._ So he will be the best asset they have if he isn't too shaken up by the absolutely overwhelming hopelessness he's just being faced with.

Best writing in all live-action Star Wars for me; The Gilroy Brothers (Bourne, Michael Clayton, Nightcrawler), Beau Willimon (House of Cards, Ides of March) & Stephen Schiff (The Americans) is one hell of a writers' room! Shame there's ppl out there who can't engage with it 'cos there're no Lightsabers, Skywalkers, Jedi etc.

"That was sprinkled with kinky all over." is the absolute best description I've heard yet of that scene. It's like they both try to out creep the other, and get off on the challenge while playing with their power dynamic.

"Never more than 12" by Serkis was pure smoke!! It's rage and catharsis all at the same time.

Plot Twist.. Bix was listening to the voice recordings of Darth Jar Jar :)

Steph's second hand embarassment at 13:19 is gold...

I am so tense after this episode!!! This show never lets up!

The moment I saw that the torture device they were going to use on Bix was sound based, I was immediately gripped by fear myself as I was wearing a headset. I was literally on the edge of my seat waiting for the horrible sound to go off in my ears as well. LOL

Dedra is so scary and evil and I love it!

andor: nobody's listening! dr gorst: i'm gonna make you listen to this.

Yeah, Space CIA casually talking about staging a car accident haha

I like how Achara and Steph cringed at the power dynamic between Dedra and Kaun but still understood the underlining themes of that interaction.

Your reaction about Syril and Dedra is just so good.

This show just keeps maintaining SUCH a high level.

This show is just refreshing. Doesn't have to lean on huge battles or lightsabers. Just good storytelling and makes the empire competent for a change.

This show is so great! All of the tension they have built over the past 8 episodes is not turning into a cold pit of dread, and I am HERE FOR IT! And, being down under, I really appreciate being able to watch it after work and then see you all posting a react almost immediately afterward. Can't wait for next week!

Okay - so totally the best Star Wars since 'The Empire Strikes Back' - it's so immersive and manages to merge the Star Wars Universe with ours....

Imagine Mon Mothma's husband Perrin being secretly in the Resistance but in a totally different cell than his wife and none of them know what the other is doing and he's basically doing a Bruce Wayne by playing an awful dumbass socialite when he's actually more like Luthen behind the scenes. I know it's not true and Perrin is almost certainly exactly as useless and awful as he looks, but it would be hilarious.

Saw's remarks about Anton Kreegyr were somewhat vindicated given that the Empire captured a pilot associated with Kreegyr and are zeroing in on Kreegyr. Also with Luthen possibly heading out to Kreegyr, Empire may just stumble into Axis before they find Andor.

That scene of Syril shooting his shot with Dedra was f_cking hilarious. I got the sense that he was genuine... to a degree, but that there was also an element of playing Dedra by telling her what she wants to hear in order to advance his own career and get out from under that god awful mother of his. If that's the case, it shows that he's a good read of people and what they desire, even if they don't know it yet. Interesting point about the idea that even if you abide by The Empire's rules, you're still every chance of falling foul of them anyway. It made me think of US cops. Forever people have contended that if you've done nothing wrong you've got nothing to fear from cops. Forever people have contended that if you simply comply with police you'll be fine. Now that everyone's walking around with a video camera in their pockets, however, everyone's slowly coming to realise that doing nothing wrong, complying, not being armed, having your hands up, etc. is no guarantee that your rights won't be violated, that you won't be beaten, wrongfully imprisoned, or killed. Like the troopers in Star Wars, US police officers have been given almost free reign to do whatever they want to citizens because even in cases where it's crystal clear that an officer has violated someone's rights and/or broken the law, the system and the people within it still rarely hold them accountable in any meaningful way. Anyway, another good reaction to another good episode. Keep 'em coming guys!

12:51 Let's be honest, Dedra Meero has the potential to be the greatest tsundere in all of Star Wars. *_Ever._*

Feel better soon, Jaby. You guys are three of my favorite people on the internet.

I'm so glad I am not the only one that who recognizes the kink play between Meero & Karn. LOL When she threatened him with punish me and he looked pleased I was like alright someone wants their needs met. lol. Bu this show is amazing. The slow burn is not too slow (like RoP), and almost each episode stresses everyone the hell out.

Vel doesn't have to pretend that she's a spoiled rich girl. She just has to convince everyone that that's all she is. It's why she called Cinta cruel for saying that her cover was a spoiled rich girl.

I know how easy it is to do major damage without a massive accident. I just tripped in my front yard, smashed my left shoulder and my left foot. I am 4 months in and I am delighted with my shoulder, which they said could be 4 - 12 months with the damage I had done. Hang in there Jaby, thinking of you. Loved the episode and of course I am always proud to be a Gilroy after it!

Andy Serkis's angry face just gives me the shivers...

"Thinking of the group". That actually reminds me of the conversation between Luthen and Saw in the pervious episode. Luthen was trying to convince Saw to work with others because none of them are going to survive the Empire on their own.

9:52 Syril Karn: This is, excuse me, A DAMN FINE BOWL OF CEREAL!

I think that's why they ask you where you are from before they put you on the ship. Probably has to do something with some system to prevent overlaps likes this.

Steph’s face during Syril’s scene 😂😂😂

4:03 I love that you noticed that call back🏆 No one else that I’ve watched (so far) has

13:13. Steph, don't cringe. This is exactly what I say to you through my screen every Andor episode. 😍🤣

That rebel pilot works for the guy Luthan wanted to hook up with Saw.

I've missed really good shows that take their time with the story. It's so good

I'm just watching Steez' face the whole time. She is so stressed, this show has her in the mix! Love it ^_^

This episode puts it above House of the dragon for me. They somehow have me even more hyped for the breakout than for the heist. Because it's getting personal by the second. Trouble inside and Dedra on his tail when he eventually gets outside.

Great reaction, this show is at a whole other level. And yes, it can be said, Jaby Koay does his own stunts. LOL

Good point by Steph on Cassian showing leadership 🌟

OMG, THANK you for your reactions to Syril Karn's ... uhh ... yeah.

This episode was 🔥🔥🔥

"Gravity, thou art a heartless bitch." - Jaby, probably.

Does anyone else get a lot of "V For Vendetta" vibes from the scenes with the ISB meetings to plan their next moves? Lots of great scheming and "Big Brother" stuff going on, big fan of the writing there. People complain the show is slow and boring, and I kinda agree in part (I like the pacing just fine, lots of building and laying foundation is a good thing for me... but not a fan of how they jump around so much, its giving me whiplash -- but that may have been intentional to convey how hard it is for both sides: Imperial and Rebel, to keep up with what's going on), but the ISB stuff is by far the most interesting for me... but the prison stuff they're building up to now is a close second.

Hope you get a fast recovery Jabi

I love theorising, what will happen. Anyone planning to watch the whole serie at once misses this. For me this was one of the best episodes so far. Is it only me thinking the recording used for torture is not simply kids screaming? More like some kind of telepathy, specific sound causing unusual effect in the brain? All monitoring officer just shaking below a ship's bridge isn't just hearing cruelity. You wont scream in agony and loose ability to speak hearing cruelity, no matter how heartbreaking it is. Don't forget this universe had it's unique ways, like Saw Gerrera's mind sucking creature in Rogue One. And if such things present then the Empire will use it. I have also realised Bix was as much as loose end as Andor. She saw Luthen mutliple times. The only difference is Andor saw his ship, which Luthen even mentioned. Still there were no order to "neutralize" her. So i was thinking about this, i presume someone saying "old man in robes" isn't too helpful, but if a specific, not common ship type is named that's easier to find. Also Andor is connected to a bigger terrorist attack, so treated as a bigger fish by ISB, bigger attention, so more reason to neutralize him I suppose. However if they know approx. when "Axis" was visiting Bix they could check the logs for ships coming and leaving from/to the planet every time. To counter this Luthen might have used a device to cloak his ship to not send any ID and sneaked in, or even mimiced a fake ID to trasmit, different each time. I'm sure however while traffic is thousands and thousand times bigger at Coruscant still I presume the level of security is the best there, so he might weren't able to use fake ID nor simply sneak in there. The tension at the prison was portraited so well, slowly increasing and making us wait.... So good. It's unlogical for me to reprison inmates at the same place then kill all who realised this, I'm pretty sure they fckd up, here they just lie, those to be released are to be taken to another prison where everyone is aware they won't ever gets released, and treated all the time knowing they will try anything. (this is why they fried level 2, not just shocked them dozen times to threaten) Also it's irrelevant if they overcome some guards. They are on an artificial island, no transport. The director can definitely initiate lockdown protocol, disabling guard codes, closing all. They need to capture the commander, even then the only transport is those bringing new inmates, even replacement for Ulaf, who got ill and senitised ending him. Maybe they will just time it well, still if they attack when new ones bought in the transport is long gone, they need to lure the guards just before that. One thing is sure: 1500 prisoners, sorry now 1400 cant esc... Wait a minute! If 100 were fried then with Ulaf the Empire need to transport 101 new prisoners! Minimum 5 transport shuttle! Or something bigger. Vel being the cousin of Mon was a 9 out of 10 level of suprise for me. However that scene where Karn walked to Lt. Meero was 11 out of 10. The actors acting was simply perfect. I felt even some sparks despite how awkward the situation was, how bad he flopped and how shocked she was. He admires her, and pretty sure not many try to get close to Lt Meero.... I understand this was stalking for normal people. But for two such strange characters, it might be the first step. Also some mentioned this time the Senate wasn't so empty. In my parliament when they discuss something specific, only preparing a report/law or something there are only a few present. When there is a general session especially with voting then everyone is there. I'm pretty sure those who turned down their lights were supporters of the act and the Emperor, while many not yet convinced were still open to hear Mon Monthma's argument. Many blames Mon Monthma's husband that he is just a jerk. But think about it how many of you knows someone who is bored by politics? Or don't want to talk about suffering and starving people 24/7. Not saying he can't be a total asshole, but we can't be sure, yet. And since this side of him is an obsticle to her it is shown. We can't know yet if he's got other sides too. By the way I'm curious what a low life criminal thug want to ask from Mon for 400k. I imagine him like Jabba the Hut. To support and vote for something? To delay something? Hmm. Also wonder about the leaked rebel attack arc. Maybe Luthen or even Andor sister gets involved? Superb script, talented actors, great set, good directing. So good. Now I'm heading to the movie sites to give another 10 for this episode. Our feedbacks, ratings are crucial to support such shows, and takes 1 minute to visit the two biggest. :) P. S. Craziest idea 1: Ulaf faked his illness,part of the plan (not likely) Crasiest idea 2: the thug who has money (400k) is a wealthy Chandrian. Future center of the Republic. What if he wants to fight the Empire and by the way he wants a bride, wife for his SON.... Da Da aaaaa Yep Mon's daughter. Shakalakakaaa For the Republic, honey. Craziest idea 3: a Rebel cell is planning to free the prisoners. Good for morale, to send message, to recruit. All nice and dandy... Until We see Vel with them, and in the chaos she raises her gun... Aims.... Episode ends. Goddamit you can't end it here! :)

Med tech: "I don't want to know his name" Achara: "Why?" Because he's had to watch so many inmates die; even indirectly responsible for their deaths (via mercy euthanasia), that it's too emotionally burdensome to learn their names and form even the slightest human connection with them. Better for his mental health to treat all dying inmates as simply a job. This is also why when hostages are taken, negotiators frequently use the hostages' names while in communication with the kidnappers; every namedrop they hope will subtlely humanize the hostages more so that kidnappers are statistically less likely to kill them.

Gaby get well soon and I wish I had a screen shot of your facial expression when Syril and Dedra were talking . BTW Bix didn't give up anything it was Paak who told Dedra about the six times that Bix meet with Luthen.

Dedra is doing it for me, seriously. Can I say that? LOL

4:02 Great catch Jaby. You're 100% correct.

This show is absolutely amazing. Never did I expect this.

I love Steph's reaction at 13:13. 🤣 Most other people (guys) I see, say something like oh he's just being really passionate about Andor or wanting to be in the ISB. No, dudes. Syril was straight up giving off a creepy stalker / serial killer vibes. 😆

14:00 OMG you think Deidra is into Cyril? On the rewatch I guess I can see that a bit!

So here’s a theory of mine: (1) The series is about the birth of rebellion & how its pieces come together. (2) We see where the funding originated from during the imperial payroll heist. (3) I think we are going to see how the rebel alliance gets their army with the massive prison break. (4) I believe many grateful prisoners will join the rebel alliance when Luthen Rael launches a massive rescue effort with the reluctant help of Saw Gerrera. Just a theory but I would love if it becomes true. Not sure if it sounds plausible but I’d be interested to hear anyones thoughts.

You all should do an Andor special that just covers the excellence on Mon's outfits

I love that they’re showing the brutality of the Empire.

I so wanted to watch a female reaction to the Syril-Dedra scene and I was not disappointed

Yo, Andor is soo good! 😮😁👍🏻

Now we know why Vel's got nice jeans on while they're starving out in Aldhani.

12:22 I cant believe my ship actually came true like I legit was in shock with what Syril told her .....

Get well, Jaby! GREAT as always!

The arcs are in 3 episodes but 7 was a standalone one. So, 1-3, 4-6, 7, 8-10, 11-12.

Dedra swiped left...hard.

I sence mon mothma will need an ally in the Senate. Take note that she started losing support from other senators leaving while she was explaining her concerns. I think senator Morgana will be her newest ally.

The Medic reminded me of General Draven from Rouge One!!

This is so much better than all the force, Jedi, and lightsabre horseshit. This is proper character development and real, intense dialogue.

This is the best in terms of writing among all the series that came out this year. Every dialogue seems meticulously written!

so basicly once a prisoner gets released, they just put him on a other level? did i understand that correct?

What if Delvos Skeldon is Darth Maul.😳

This brings an interesting questions: How do you distinguish between terrorist radicalization and justified rebellion? How do you distinguish between cultish or obsessive following vs fandom or patriotism or devotion? Is truth or righteousnesss a matter of perspective or can it be described objectively? Is extremism the only real enemy or is something insidious more threatening? What is a criminal or a villian vs a stand up/law abiding citizen or a hero?

The table worked the old man to death so they could get more information. Did you see the individuals looks at the old man?

This show is fantastic!

We're used to these shows, Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel, HoTD, etc, being 7-10 episodes so it's understandable for us to think by the third prison episode they'd be escaping. We have been conditioned to expect things to move that quickly cause of how short seasons are of these prestige shows. But with it being 12 episodes they could let that story percolate with a slow build which is great for story development and character investment. It also helps prevent things from feeling fast and cheap. Andor in and out of prison in 2 episodes? Even if we get a time jump it feels like a blip. But 4 prison episodes? It feels like what it is; 1/3 of the whole season was spent in there with a prison break story arc, substantial and slow burning.

It took a few repetitions before I realized that if 100 men were killed, that means that the room managers were killed along with the 49 men under their control. But each floor has seven rooms, so far more than 100 would be killed if the entire second floor was electrified, so the initial rumour may have been incorrect. I wonder how many were actually killed?

Hey guys, luv the channel, hey Steph, how you doin? really enjoying this show and ur great reactions, getting a bit sick of the prison part of the show though..Bro, what happened ur arm, were u doin some stunt man or were u drunk🤕 by the wat Achara, Steph ur Daredevil reactions are a joy to watch

Diabolical Oppression. The idea that “freedom” and “hope” is simply an idea planted in their heads to keep them working hard, only to be promoted to another level (no pun intended) of hell is the most insidious, well thought out form of slavery I’ve ever seen.

The show creator said ep 7 was a standalone type ep and the next 3 ep arc was 8-10 and then the finale is the last two eps.

You guys earned a new sub from me woooo! Liked your reaction!

Reactors need to stop expecting the prison break every episode

This show is amazing

can you feel the tension, in the air right now

I friend asked me "doesn't the empire have a facial scanning app??" I told him they are assembling the Death Star nobody knows about it at this point.

If we heard the sound that Bix heard we'd end up just like her haha it's torture!

Jaby That's literally what the fuck I said at 13:34 🤣😂

al igual que ellos, el final de este capitulo me dejo con una sonrisa.

Game Changer Episode! Andor is 🔥🔥🔥

Is the guy Mon talks to Peter Rosenthal from The Onion Reviews?

This definitely has to be the best star wars content from the star wars universe up to date and i am including the movies from the sequels which were hit for nostalgic reasons more than anything else.

loved this 1!

Serkis owns this show

The old guy in this show is the guy that said who are you to batman from batman 1989 movie

So hype! The search for Andor continues...! If only the Empire could capture him and hold him in some high security facility for a few months, they might actually finally find him...guess face recognition only works when the plot demands it.

Best thing about this show is the writers trolling common denominator fans... This show rewards intelligence not fans

i come for the reactions and stay for Achara Kirk....

best episode so far.

Furthermore Andor has no "Grinch Heart" he's just pragmatic, a survivalist

Next week 50 guys will be fighting each other for 12 pairs of boots

Is this final episode or do we have more 🤔 i plan to binge watch it after it finishes

This is the only Star Wars show that made me actually hate, and fear the empire