Alistair Petrie Reflects on His Journey from Star Wars Fan to Andor Star Via Beautiful Social Media Post: “Andor at the helm of Tony Gilroy is some of the finest work”

Alistair Petrie, known for playing General Davits Draven in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, recently shared a heartfelt message about his role in the Star Wars series Andor. In a post on Threads, Petrie reflected on his journey from watching A New Hope as a child to becoming part of the Star Wars universe.

He wrote:”Tell this kid as he watched A New Hope in the cinema in Salisbury in 1978 – the first film I ever saw on a big screen – that I’d stand in front of an X Wing on Yavin 4 as part of the Star Wars pantheon.”

“Andor at the helm of Tony Gilroy is some of the finest work to have ever been involved in. Even if Star Wars is not your thing, this story as we ride towards Rogue One, tells us so much about who we are and the world we live in. @diegoluna_ I salute you.“

Petrie’s message is all about his deep appreciation for being part of Andor, a series that he considers some of the finest work he’s ever been involved in.

He emphasizes that even for those who may not be Star Wars fans, the story offers valuable insights into our world and ourselves.

Fans have responded positively to Petrie’s post, expressing their admiration for his portrayal of General Draven and their excitement for his return. Many have shared their own experiences of watching Star Wars films and how the series has impacted them.

Andor Season 2 is currently airing, with Petrie reprising his role as General Draven. The series continues to explore the events leading up to Rogue One and the formation of the Rebel Alliance.

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