Behind the Scenes of Andor: The Scrapped K-2SO Horror Movie Episode Finally Revealed

by Annika May 12, 2025

Fans of the popular Star Wars series Andor were in for a treat as the highly anticipated meet-up between Cassian Andor and K-2SO finally happened in episode 8 of the show’s second season. The origin story of the unlikely duo had viewers on the edge of their seats as they witnessed the reprogrammed imperial droid almost take the life of the rebellion hero. But what fans may not know is that this scene was actually part of a scrapped “horror movie” episode, as revealed by Andor creator, Tony Gilroy.

Behind the Scenes of Andor: The Scrapped K-2SO Horror Movie Episode Finally Revealed

In the original script, K-2SO (voiced by Alan Tudyk) was dispatched by the Empire to assist in the massacre of protestors on Ghorman. The KX-series security droid made its way violently through the crowd, moments away from killing Cassian (Diego Luna) before being stopped by a transport driven by Samm, a previously hapless Ghorman revolutionary. The scene ended with Cassian taking the powered-down droid back to Yavin and reprogramming it.

According to Gilroy, the original scene was much darker and had a horror movie vibe to it. The droid’s menacing actions and the tense encounter with Cassian were meant to leave viewers on the edge of their seats. However, after several discussions and rewrites, the team decided to take a different approach and make the scene more comedic. This decision was made to better fit the overall tone of the show and the dynamic between Cassian and K-2SO.

The reveal of the scrapped horror movie episode has sparked mixed reactions among fans. While some are disappointed that they didn’t get to see a darker and more intense scene, others are glad that the writers chose to go with a more lighthearted approach. Many fans have also praised the chemistry between Luna and Tudyk, which has been a highlight of the show so far.

The impact of this scrapped episode goes beyond just the fans. It also sheds light on the creative process behind the making of a popular series like Andor. It’s not uncommon for scenes or even entire episodes to be rewritten or scrapped in the editing process. As Gilroy puts it, “It’s all part of the journey of making something like this.”

As the series progresses, fans can expect more surprises and twists, especially with the addition of scrapped scenes that never made it to the final cut. And while the scrapped K-2SO horror movie episode may not have made the cut, it has certainly added an interesting layer to the dynamic between Cassian and his trusty droid companion.

In the end, it’s clear that the creators of Andor are dedicated to delivering a unique and captivating story for fans to enjoy. And with the reveal of the scrapped episode, it’s safe to say that the journey of Cassian and K-2SO is far from over. So buckle up, Star Wars fans, and get ready for more surprises and adventures in a galaxy far, far away.