McGregor hints Obi-Wan could appear in Andor despite two-season plan

Ewan McGregor has reignited fan speculation about a return to the Star Wars universe, telling audiences at a major fan convention that there is “always a chance” for Obi-Wan Kenobi to appear in Andor Season 3, even though the show is designed as a two-season arc that leads into Rogue One. The comments come as Andor’s second season has just been released to strong critical reception, underscoring the series’ ongoing significance within Lucasfilm’s expanding galaxy.

At Fan Expo Canada in Toronto, McGregor described his belated binge of Andor after catching up with the series, including watching the second season in full. He recounted the experience of discovering the show late, then becoming engrossed to the point of imagining a crossover with his own character. “Theres always a chance if Disney is listening hypothetically,” he said, emphasizing that his interest is playful rather than a formal request. He added that the possibility would hinge on creative decisions and timeline constraints, but he could not help imagining a scenario in which Obi-Wan and Cassian Andor might intersect.

The star’s comments come amid a broader discussion of Andor’s place in the Star Wars slate. Andor...