One of Andor‘s greatest achievements was proving that a compelling Star Wars story doesn’t have to rely on nostalgia. Across two seasons, the series largely set aside Jedi, Sith, lightsabers, and even the Force to deliver a sophisticated political drama about authoritarianism, espionage, resistance, and sacrifice.

Following Cassian Andor’s (Diego Luna) transformation from petty thief to one of the Rebellion’s defining heroes, creator Tony Gilroy crafted a story that demonstrated the universe imagined by George Lucas is still capable of telling fresh, complex, and deeply human stories. It’s no surprise that many critics consider Andor not only one of the finest Star Wars productions ever made, but one of television’s most acclaimed series in recent years.

Now, the creative journey behind that achievement is being documented in The Art of Star Wars: Andor (The Complete Series), a new book arriving on June 30. Published by Abrams and written by Lucasfilm creative art manager Phil Szostak, the 288-page hardcover features approximately 500 full-color illustrations showcasing how every aspect of the series came to life across its 24 episodes.

The volume includes concept art, production designs, costume studies, creature work, props, visual effects, and detailed explorations of some of the show’s most memorable locations, including Ferrix, Aldhani, Narkina 5, Ghorman, Mina-Rau, Kenari, and Yavin 4. It also highlights the development of Imperial Security Bureau uniforms, speeders, starships, and the now-iconic prison cells of Narkina 5.

Beyond its stunning artwork, the book features interviews with Diego Luna, a foreword by Tony Gilroy, an afterword by Dan Gilroy, and contributions from the Lucasfilm artists whose work helped shape Andor from its earliest development following Rogue One: A Star Wars Story through the series finale.

More than simply revealing how the series was designed, the book also helps explain why Andor resonated so strongly with audiences. Rather than embracing the familiar spectacle traditionally associated with Star Wars, the series focused on lived-in environments, worn costumes, political maneuvering inspired by real-world history, and the everyday oppression imposed by the Empire. The result was a work of science fiction that often felt closer to a gripping political thriller—or even an Orwellian dystopia—than to the space fantasy that first captivated audiences nearly five decades ago.