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Wow. Going into this one, I knew we would be going to a galaxy far, far away to a time that was before the OT. But I was not prepared for the depth and how much this movie would move me.I've spent so much time with the Force, the chosen ones, the Skywalker destinies and Sith legacies over the past month. But Rogue One was about the forgotten people. The ones who don't have powers or sabers, who don't get remembered in the legends, but still chose to stand up for what they believe in even knowing they might never see the result of their fight. And it was absolutely beautiful and heartbreaking because of that. Jyn Erso, Cassian, Chirrut, Baze, Bodhi, even K-2SO. Even single one of them broke my heart in the most beautiful way. Their courage wasn't loud or flashy. It was silent and personal. It came from a palce of true pain, loss, and "I've lost too much not to fight". And maybe that's what made their sacrifice feel so gutting? So human. So real. The final act sent me spiraling. The plans being passed forward, hand to hand, body to body, through the smoke and fear and chaos- THAT was storytelling. That was hope. And I couldn't help but feel full body chills as I watched hope get literally lifted from the wreckage and carried into the stars. I look at A New Hope through a completely different lens now. It makes that title feel earned in a way I never really understood before. I loved this movie. I didn't just enjoy it, I actually felt it. Deeply. Rogue One was so much more than I ever expected. It's a eulogy and a love letter to the nameless heroes who made everything else possible. Thank you for watching with me! Thank you for your support on Patreon!Relax and enjoy 🍿🌿LINK: https://youtu.be/Z7IwCk5RwpYI watched this on Disney Plus

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Robert da Spruce

This is probably my favorite Star Wars film movie of all the newer films! So glad you enjoyed it Kali! Can’t wait to watch your reaction tonight!

The Dingo

Great movie - just wait until you get to the show Andor :)

Chris

Andor, the two-season prequel to Rogue One, is, in my opinion, the best Star Wars project that's been done. Full stop. Can't wait for you to get around to it.

The Dingo

It's def my favorite!

TheJoeKerr

This was my favorite movie out of all the Disney Star Wars produced movies. I highly recommend watching Andor (prequel series to Rogue One) on your own time if you don’t ever react to it here. Another series to watch is Obi-Wan Kenobi. Occurs in the same time frame between Revenge of the Sith and New Hope.

Dude Longcouch

Very excited to watch this later, but I'm even more excited that now Andor is on the table 😍

Oliver Jayawant

This is one of my favourite Star Wars movies. I'm glad to watch this one with you.

Phil Stubblefield

Oh my gosh, Kali, even your summary made me tear up! I'm so glad we can share this journey together! 🥲

Lastboyscout73

K2 is my favorite Droid in all Star Wars voiced and motion captured by the great Alan Tudyk .

Dave Olden

Rogue One is my ‘Intermission Movie’ (Act I being your Dune: Part One reaction and Act II being your Dune: Part Two reaction.) 😎 (I’m also a Star Wars fan.)

David (edited)

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2026-09-07 13:00 Excited to watch this. Also, as many people will say, you really need to watch Andor. Some people in the fandom find it slow and don't recommend it, but knowing you, where you have this great ability to take a movie or show as seriously as it wants you to, will absolutely be drawn into its world within the first 5-10 minutes. It's a wild ride with amazing set pieces and character arcs, while also being so thematically rich, and - in the end - heartbreaking and intense.
2025-06-22 20:16

Kristoffer

Vader is sooo scary when he is not talking with his Son.

Reuben Filimaua

If you thought the speeches were great here, wait til you hear the ones in Andor. Has some fantastic monologues and sick lines of dialogue. Also I'd consider Andor not just Cassian's story but the story of the birth of the Rebellion Alliance. How it goes from whispers in the shadows and small acts against the Empire across the Galaxy to the full ragtag organized military group we see in Rogue One and the Original Trilogy.

David Fürstenberg

What a fantastic movie. It particularly illustrates the word "war" in "Star Wars". The movie is definitely the best Star Wars movie of all time and I'm looking forward to your Andor reaction. I know you watch the movies and series in release order, but when do you plan to watch The Clone Wars and Rebels, since they came out long before the Squel trilogy? I would definitely recommend starting those series before The Mandalorian, as background knowledge can be useful for that series. Especially for season 2 of The Mandalorian.

Mitchell Scott

Ma'm, your emotional intelligence is over 20,000. Not even master yoda has an emotional intelligence that high. Fantastic watch, you nailed all the moments so fast and felt them as much as us starwars veterans do. Thank you for being one of us.

Rippan

And now you know why Vader is pissed at the start of New Hope and doesn't take Leia bs ;) "I'm a member of the imperial senate on a diplomatic mission to Alderan!" Lady.... I just killed 50 of your guys, don't even try!

The Amazing Webhead

Good reaction! To me this is the best of the modern Star Wars movies. I’m not the biggest fan of the sequel trilogy but this one was very well written and have awesome shots. It had the best Vader scene in the entire franchise as well. The director to this movie was Garth Edwards and he did a good job. He also directed Godzilla (2014) which I hope you check out one day as it starts the Monsterverse aka the Godzilla/King Kong universe. :)

Bernie Zwicky

Awesome reaction to this one. You connect with the characters so intensely, which is why your reactions are so honest and real…I love that about you! I think after this one, you see why I enjoy these later episodes that tie everything together and make the overall story more complete!❤️

RP

Great stuff, can’t wait to watch Andor with you, whenever you get there. 🍻

Other Chris

I’m a leaf on the wind…

Richard

Wow what a beautiful, emotional reaction! Loved this so much. Everything you said in the outro and synopsis! Way more eloquently than I could. This might be my favorite main character droid, even (barely) above R2D2. Just love the personality they gave him. Movies like this one really help you get why this franchise is so hyped and beloved. A specific thing I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned is that little wave, smile and “bye” you do at the end is literally perfection.

I.Have.No.Band

I checked my mails quite a few times to receive the notifications huhu, hype was high today c': It is an emotional movie, yes.. especially because there's so few space left for hope that it feels like rebellion is built on sacrifice.. of people and also of some rebels own morality.. It also reminds that in face of pure injustice, if one let the oppressor be the only one to use violence, they just win. it's a tragedy but but freedom or rights are not given.. I admire how quick we're made to care for most of those people. (I feel like the two gardians of the temple(chirrut.. I can't remember the other one's name 😭), as much as I find them badass and their humour welcome, could have been more.. expanded upon, backstory wise, but you can only cram that much in a single movie huh.. ) but yes, I really like the tone of this one.. I hope I'll be able to watch Endor some day, but I have a lot of issues with staying focused and motivated to watch series now, it used to be easier :/ same with video games hm.. once again thanks for sharing, be well o/

Michael Kemmet

I don't know why I never noticed the plot hole of R2-D2 & C-3PO watching everyone depart from Yavin when they would've have had to have already been aboard the Tantive IV with Leia inside Raddus's ship. I'm sure people have pointed that out since the day the movie was released, but I never noticed it until now.

Fettmatic

This is my 3rd favorite SW movie. This movie always getting emotional during the Scarif battle. Everything from action, acting & CG/practical effects are outstanding. Michael Giacchino is awesome composer. I took him less than 2 months to create the music. Vader's Vader's appearance is so BA. This shows how powerful & scary he is.

Dude Longcouch

I'm not surprised that you liked K-2SO so much. You may be delighted to learn that he was voiced by Alan Tudyk, aka Wash from Firefly :) I had forgotten that Jedha was in this film. It reminded me of how much I enjoyed Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, because you actually get to play on Jedha in that game. Both of the Jedi games are really great if you're ever in the mood to play some video games in the Star Wars universe.

Dave Olden

I’d forgotten until the end credits just rolled, that the Cinematographer for Rogue One, was Greig Fraser, ASC, ACS — the same Cinematographer as Dune: Part One 😎

Scott S

I really enjoyed those two games too, can vouch. Older Star Wars games that were good too, Jedi Knight series, especially 2 Outcast & 3 Jedi Academy.

Dude Longcouch

And can't forget the classic KOTOR games. And Rogue Leader 2 on Gamecube.

MattN

Rogue One was my favorite SW IP. On one hand, it filled in some cool SW lore, i.e. why there was such a seemingly silly flaw in the death star. But, more importantly (to me), it showed both the sacrifice required by just normal people in a rebellion as well as the fact that rebellions are messy, ugly, and never perfect. Hollywood often uses the idea of "rebellion" as a stand in for good guys so everything they do is good. But, if you look into history rebellions are dirty and ugly and often not great and always not only requiring sacrifice from normal people but are built on backs of normal people just trying to get by. So, when Rogue One came out it was my favorite SW IP. That was until Andor came around. Andor is honestly one of the best things I've seen and this is the first time seeing Rogue One since Andor and it's hit *so* much harder. The two together are just brilliant. I also hate to be parasocial, as I've only been a member here since last October, but still, I think Kali would really enjoy Andor

M1 Maz

It had been quite a while since I last watched this movie, and oh boyyyyy I was not ready. Seeing these Star Wars movies as some of them came out when I was younger, I always just saw them as fun, sci-fi adventures, and enjoyed them as that. But revisiting some of these, especially this one, as a more mature adult, I think I'm able to fully FEEL the emotions and themes that run through the entire franchise (just like you pointed out that theme of hope). And now am able to appreciate the weight of the sacrifices made, which is where this one hit me so hard. It felt like going through Band of Brothers, or The Pacific, but set in this universe. On a rewatch, this one was even more powerful than I remembered it This is also what I love about prequels and watching them in the order they originally released. The weight of everything in this movie hit so hard, because we know what comes next, and how much it means. While also adding so much extra color and context to the original trilogy that makes a rewatch of them so much more interesting. And of course, following the development of all the visuals and effects! There were some REALLY cool shots in this one, and it makes me appreciate how the original movies started out to lay the groundwork with the ships, weapons and settings to make all this possible. I've actually never seen Andor, but now after watching this again, I am very very excited to check that out for myself soon! Thanks for the reaction!

Chris

And also the "why" of the Rebellion--they're fighting against more than like, the team that happens to be run by a couple of evil wizards. The Empire in Andor is legit terrifying.

McShades

Great Reaction, you have definitely become one of my top 2 reactors. If you want more background on Saul, you need to watch a few episodes from The Clone Wars animated series, they show him in his 20's and also Rebels animated series which has some episodes with Saul in them, they kind of show why he is the way he is. But yeah Rogue One is in my top 5 of Star Wars movies.

Reuben Filimaua

I agree. We get to actually see the negative effects of the Empire on the Galaxy at an intimate level and how the Empire operates as an organization machine. I do think Andor and Rogue One is where we see the Empire at its most terrifying. Cos they're competent and feel real due to the real world inspirations to actual regimes throughout history. Stormtroopers for example are shown as the accurate military force they're supposed to be. "Only imperial stormtroopers are so precise." - Obi Wan (A New Hope)

RP

BTW I know you’ve committed to release order, but there is no need, narratively, to wait to start Andor. Just sayin! 😉 🍻

Robert da Spruce

Awesome reaction Kali! I’m glad you tried to stay away, as much as possible, from learning to much about the film beforehand. I can imagine people, myself included, have been hyping this one a lot Which always runs the risk of leading to too high of expectations. Ultimately leading to being slightly disappointed by a movie. The fact that you enjoyed the film as much as you did, is a testament to how good this movie is The visuals, music, humor, story, and the way it brought us back full circle to episode 4 makes this one of my favorites! Love K2SO! His personality reminds me a little of TARS in Interstellar. And I don’t know if you noticed in the credits, but K2SO was voiced by Alan Tudyk a.k.a Wash from Firefly Looking forward to the next one!

Nick

Rogue One is such a tonal shift from the rest of the films. It's darker, grittier, and more grounded in the normal people who made sacrifices to bring the Rebellion a fighting shot. I can't wait for you to dive into Andor - based on your reaction to this - you are in for a treat.

kaliwali

I enjoyed this movie SO much. Definitely up there with my favorites so far, too!

kaliwali

I can't wait to get to Andor!

kaliwali

I can see why! It's definitely up there with my top favorites in the Star Wars films so far. I can't wait to jump into Andor!

kaliwali

Yess! Can't wait for Andor!

kaliwali

This movie was soooo moving! I loved it!!!

kaliwali

Oh man... Now his death scene will never be the same for me on a rewatch!

kaliwali

I didn't get around to rewatching Dune Part One yet! But once I do I'll be putting Dune Part Two reaction up here immediately! Can't wait for it!

kaliwali

Oo I love that! I'm very excited to jump into Andor now!

kaliwali

I think I mentioned in the very beginning, but I plan on watching the films in release order then circling back to the shows in a more spaced out timeframe so I don't overwhelm myself lol. Right now, since I'm working through BSG currently- I prob won't get to Clone Wars for some time. But Andor will be right after I'm finished with the movies in release order! Can't wait!!

kaliwali

This movie was SO beautiful and well worth the wait. One of my mods said "You can't just jump into Rogue One, you have to earn it." and yesssss is that so true!

kaliwali

Ooo I'd love to check out the Godzilla movies at some point!

Dave Olden

Let us know if you spot anything new on the rewatch. (If I say ‘I’m eager for Dune: Part Two’ that’s me being Captain Obvious 🤷‍♂️) Rogue One was so much better on this watch, and I already loved it …

kaliwali

Thank you! And yes, this film tied everything together SO well. A beautiful story and so well done!

kaliwali

I think that K-2 is one of my favorite now, too! Absolutely hilarious AND apparently is voiced by Wash from Firefly which makes me love him even more now 😱

kaliwali

YES Vader was actually scary in this! I didn't know if it was just me because we know him more now, but wow. His presence was intense in all of the scenes he was in! I loved it haha And the music in this was absolutely beautiful. Crazy that it only took him 2 months! I loved the homage to the OG theme songs as well that tied in with his own composition!

kaliwali

I played Jedi: Survivor back when it first came out on Twitch and that's when everyone got on me for not watching the films but playing the game haha. I remember getting a lot of "How do you feel about Jar Jar Binks" questions and I was like "who?" hahaha 👀🤣 Everyone was befuddled at why I would be playing the game if I've never seen the films and yelled at me lol

kaliwali

BUT I never finished the games! Or played the newer one. So I'd love to actually sit down and play them now that I know the lore!

kaliwali

I definitely can't wait to watch Andor after seeing this beautiful film!! ✨

kaliwali

Thank you!! I'm glad you've been loving it here!!

Dude Longcouch

Oooh that's cool! Yeah, you'd probably get a lot more out of them now, since you know a lot of the story and context that surrounds the plot of those games. I'm still holding out hope for a third one some day :D

Fettmatic

During the Battle of Scarif, a X-Wing pilot's call sign of Red 5 who died. It's the same call sign is Luke's during the Battle of Yavin in ANH.

Lastboyscout73

Not only did Alan Tudyk voice him, he did the motion capture. Walked around on stilts in a motion capture suit. Alan Tudyk is the king of voice over rolls, he has done so many not to mention a damn good actor. imo of course.

David Perkins

awesome reaction as always! ngl, Rogue one is my favourite star wars movie. to be clear, i watched episode 4 in the cinema back in '77 an obscene amount of times! i still love the original trilogy and i'm a big fan of the prequels. for me Rogue one tells the story of regular people doing things they would never even consider doing in the direst of circumstances. it's well written and has excellent effects (though i'm still not sure how i feel about the Tarkin cgi!) and ties in perfectly with episode 4.

David Perkins

also, i can't wait for you to see Andor. i feel like, at least in part, you enjoyed Rogue one because it explores the human cost of war. trying to be really careful not to include anything that might be considered a spoiler, i will say that Andor explores these themes to a for greater degree and gives a pretty detailed insight into what life is like living as ordinary people in the empire. really looking forward to watching your journey through Andor! thanks so much for sharing your reaction to this great movie.

Jonathan D

Awesome reaction, Kali!!! This movie is in my Mount Rushmore of film. The lead actress did a phenomenal job. I love the way you react to movies because they are authentic, and you actually pay attention to the dialogue. Some content creator movie reactors constantly talk while the actors are conducting dialogue, and that's how they miss valuable information during the movie. I'm beyond impressed that you focus on dialogue, cinematography, and costume design. Thank you!!!

kaliwali

Thank you! I can feel the love you have for Star Wars and I totally get it!! Rogue One felt like the 'earned' film of all the movies so far. The story that ties everythign together so beautifully and brings you right back to the beginning where all the magic began but in much deeper way this time. So powerful! And yess, the Tarkin CGI was my only 'issue' haha. Everything else was so beautiful and visually amazing. But I guess leave it to Star Wars to add at least one "hmmm" moment 🤣 I'm thinking it's just another thing for true fans to spot in each film like the "bad feeling about this" line lol. I can't wait to watch Andor when I get there soon!! Especially after finally watching Rogue One!

kaliwali

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad you loved my first time watching this as much as I did ✨ It was such a beautiful movie and I totally agree that the lead actress did an incredible job! Everything about this movie was jaw-dropping. I've already rewatched it since this watch haha. Thank you!

pinkdino99

Just my opinion, but this is the best Star Wars movie outside of the OG trilogy. Logan works, not because it is a great superhero movie, but because it is a great road movie/ Western. Winter Soldier works because it is a great 70s style spy movie. Rogue One works because it is not just a Star Wars movie, it is a GREAT war movie (VERY Dirty Dozen). Director Gareth Edwards described making this as having access to "the galaxy's greatest toy box." You can just tell he LOVES Star Wars. During filming Peter Jackson (LotR) was in London and Edwards rang him inviting him to set. Jackson declined as he was too busy, to whit Edwards texted back "we are SHOOTING VADER !!" Jackson RAN to the set ! As much as I love this film, I also see it as a great failing. This film works because it is ancillary to the Skywalker saga. Like Mandalorian, this story is to the side and simply shares the universe which is what we actually find interesting (rather than Solo which just goes on to over-explain every little detail from the OG trilogy). These characters were really strong (I mean look at your reaction to their deaths). The studio missed a trick and could have done a whole series of stories parallel to events we already knew. They could have discovered Hoth. They could have been involved in the Bothan spies plot. It was a waste. Still better than the prequels and sequels put together (IMO). As you enjoyed this, two recommendations ; GAME - Star Wars: Outlaws - this RPG takes a while to get going, but it REALLY captures the mood and feel of this movie. It has excellent world building (and the CUTEST pet) MOVIE... also from Gareth Edwards - Monsters - a truly deep and beautiful movie which is less about giant space monsters than it is a road movie about humanity and the strength of human connection. Top ten film of mine and criminally underrated

vj

Amazing movie and a what a great reaction! Loved every second of it.