Star Wars Disney+ Series Ranked: Mandalorian, Andor, Obi-Wan & More
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The franchise has been prolific in the 2020s. Despite no film being released this decade (until The Mandalorian and Grogu next month), there have been several Star Wars projects that have debuted on Disney+.
Some, such as Andor, have received critical acclaim, whereas others, like Obi-Wan Kenobi, have proven to be more divisive. However, each of these shows, from The Mandalorian to Skeleton Crew, all have their positives. That being said, some stand out among the rest.
The Mandalorian gets props for being the first live action show in a galaxy far, far away, whereas projects like Skeleton Crew and Andor deserve praise for bringing something fresh to the franchise. Overall, it's been an up and down decade for the franchise, with some of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, but there's no doubt that the franchise has excelled at times.
Among all of these projects, there have also been plenty of changes to the behind the scenes structure at Lucasfilm. Most recent of which was the departure of Kathleen Kennedy, but the arrival of Dave Filoni has also played a role in the change of vision at the company. Ultimately, all of these changes have played a role in the creative development, and subsequent quality, of the shows below.
7 Ahsoka
by himself, as Jon Favreau played a significant role in the production, but Filoni was still the leader of the project. Ahsoka is a show that succeeds in so many areas, yet also falls short at some crucial moments, making it a mixed bag overall.
A big positive of Ahsoka is its casting. Ray Stevenson is excellent as Baylan Skoll, and his character stands out among the rest of the cast of heroes and villains. Ivanna Sakhno is another standout, playing the role of Baylan's young apprentice. Together, the duo provide an interesting and unique threat for Ahsoka and the rest of the protagonists.
Unfortunately, the series has some negatives as well. It, at times, feels overly repetitive, especially when compared with some of Dave Filoni's other work like The Clone Wars and Rebels. Ahsoka especially feels as if she stands still as a hero with a distinct lack of development of her character overall.
6 The Acolyte
The Acolyte is arguably the has released this decade. Everything about the series was picked apart by fans, with not even Ki-Adi Mundi able to escape the scrutiny. Underneath all of that, however, is a show that, while flawed, still works on many levels.
One of the biggest positives of the series is Qimir, aka The Stranger. He's the main villain of the show, and serves an intriguing and mysterious character. The cancellation of The Acolyte means that fans may never get to know more about Qimir's story, such as his connection to the Knights of Ren, but season one does a great job of setting him up nonetheless.
What hinders The Acolyte are the visuals of the eight episodes. Despite a high budget, it's abundantly clear that the show is being shot on a set, and although the action is directed incredibly well, the set design and cinematography are sometimes lacking.
5 The Book of Boba Fett
The Book of Boba Fett is perhaps the most up and down show on this list. Some episodes, are excellent, whereas others fall flat. This means that The Book of Boba Fett is an inconsistent yet still enjoyable show overall. A big reason for the inconsistency is the title character himself, who goes missing for two out of the seven episodes and doesn't have a substantial enough arc.
Production design also hinders this show, and although it seems unlikely that fans will get a Boba Fett season 2 (at least for now), it's still a series that does its job, even if there are some hiccups along the way.
4 Skeleton Crew
Skeleton Crew is arguably the least well known show on this list. It wasn't as well watched as other Star Wars live action projects and is also relatively disconnected from the rest of the galaxy. There are some characters that have appeared in The Mandalorian that show up in Skeleton Crew, but besides that, the series is entirely isolated.
What makes Skeleton Crew work so well is the way in which it resonates emotionally. The cast of young kids are genuinely endearing, and their bond is touching throughout. Audiences really experience the journey with them, going through all the highs, lows, and dangers of being alone in the galaxy.
3 Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan Kenobi is another series that has received intense scrutiny, and often criticism, since its release. Debuting in 2026, Obi-Wan Kenobi tells the story of the Jedi, now in hiding, ten years after the events of the prequel trilogy. In the show, he comes up against Darth Vader once again, in what is their first (and possibly only) battle until A New Hope.
Obi-Wan Kenobi is hindered by cinematography (a common theme among these shows), but what it lacks in visuals it more than makes up for in terms of nostalgia and character development.
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This is an excellent follow-up to Revenge of the Sith, and although the fight between Kenobi and Vader isn't as well shot as their match in the prequels, it's still an enjoyable lightsaber duel overall. but regardless, it succeeds in its first outing.
2 The Mandalorian
The Mandalorian is the show that started it all. The very first live action , The Mandalorian debuted in 2019 and immediately became a pop culture sensation after the episode one reveal of Grogu, known then only as The Child or Baby Yoda. It's the bond between Grogu and his adoptive father, Din Djarin, that makes this such a special series.
Despite a lackluster season 3, The Mandalorian's first two seasons are some of the best Star Wars stories ever made. It's episodic, perfectly embracing the television format, while looking and feeling like a Star Wars movie.
1 Andor
Andor is the crown jewel of Star Wars in the 2020s. It is subversive, powerful, and extremely relevant. It's the exact kind of series that will continue to linger long after its conclusion, and one that excels in almost every area. Andor feels cinematic in every single way, from the quality of acting, to the visuals, to the scale and intensity of the story.
Andor succeeds in two primary areas. One, it serves as an excellent prequel to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, following Cassian as he goes from being a low-level criminal to a Rebel hero. It also succeeds as a subversive Star Wars story, with a remarkably different tone to the other shows, but one that works well.
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