Preview: ‘Star Wars: Rogue One – Cassian Andor’ #1 (One-Shot)

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Preview: 'Star Wars: Rogue One - Cassian Andor' #1 (One-Shot)

Publisher Description.  Ten years ago, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story introduced the group of unlikely heroes who stole the plans to the original Death Star and set the stage for the Rebellion’s greatest victory.  Announced in February, Marvel Comics will celebrate the anniversary of the beloved film by publishing five one-shots spotlighting its key characters, starting in May with Cassian Andor, who went on to headline the film’s Emmy and Peabody Award-winning Disney+ prequel series, Andor Returning to the grit and glory of a Rebellion on the brink of war, the all-new stories will be set just prior to the events of the film, revealing never-before-told backstories and adventures from this pivotal era.  

Today, fans can see David Marquez’s covers for all five one-shots and a special sneak peek at Star Wars: Rogue One – Cassian Andor #1 by Benjamin Percy and Luke Ross, hitting stands on May 6.

Star Wars: Rogue One – Cassian Andor #1
On Sale 5/6
Written by Benjamin Percy
Art by Luke Ross
Main Cover by David Marquez
Variant Cover by Josemaria Casanovas
Mandalorian & Grogu Variant Cover by E.M. Gist
Photo Variant Cover
Cassian Andor’s final mission before he meets his ultimate heroic destiny!  Before the heist that shook the galaxy, a lone Rebel operative walks into danger.  Cassian Andor infiltrates the lawless maze of Kafrene, racing against troopers, bounty hunters and time itself in a tense espionage thriller.

Star Wars: Rogue One – Jyn Erso #1
On Sale 6/3
Written by Ethan Sacks
Art by Ramon Rosanas
Main Cover by David Marquez

Variant Cover by Ramon Rosanas

Three-Part Connecting Pride Variant Cover by Rickie Yagawa
Photo Variant Cover
A Prisoner of the Empire.  A chance at hope.  On the toxic Wobani fields, Jyn Erso’s brutal routine shatters when an unlikely crew begs the infamous slicer “Liana Hallik” to help pull off an impossible escape.  Can Jyn outwit Imperial security droids, tower cannons, and incinerators long enough to crack the code – and keep a frightened young prisoner alive?  Will a leap of faith heal old scars from Galen, Lyra, and Saw… or will Wobani claim Jyn’s future before the Rebellion ever can?

Star Wars: Rogue One – Saw Gerrera #1
On Sale 7/1
Written by Marc Bernardin
Art by Gabriel Guzman
Main Cover by David Marquez
Variant Cover by Ben Harvey
Photo Variant Cover
Witness the act of revolution that was too much for the rebellion!  After proving himself in the Clone Wars, Saw Gerrera was a soldier for the cause of freedom and was willing to do anything to secure it – including leading a mission deep into Imperial territory.  At stake: a source of information that would provide a tactical advantage that could shift the balance of power in the Rebels’ favor!  But is the price to be paid for that information too high?

Star Wars: Rogue One – Chirrut & Baze #1
On Sale August 2026
Written by Stephanie Phillips
Art by Kieran Mckeown
Main Cover by David Marquez
Variant Cover by AKA
Rogue One 10th Anniversary Variant Cover by Chris Sprouse
Photo Variant Cover
A strike against the Empire… but at what cost?  Baze Malbus and Chirrut Îmwe attempt a covert mission to sabotage a kyber mine that has been overtaken by Imperial forces.  But when something unexpected stands between them and their objective, the mission becomes far more complicated than they expected.  To succeed, faith will be tested and an impossible choice must be made!

Star Wars: Rogue One – Darth Vader #1
On Sale September 2026
Written by Chris Condon
Art by Luke Ross
Main Cover by David Marquez
Variant Cover by Phil Noto
Variant Cover by Walt Simonson
Rogue One 10th Anniversary Variant Cover by Chris Sprouse
Photo Variant Cover
When negotiations fail, the Empire sends in its attack dog – Darth Vader!  Director Orson Krennic’s negotiations with the gem-rich planet of Harreld have hit a standstill.  Its leader, Harqque, refuses to allow the Empire to mine its rare kyber deposits for use in the Death Star’s deadly super laser.  But when the Emperor catches wind of Krennic’s failure, he sends his most trusted acolyte – Darth Vader – to ply the kyber from Harqque by any means necessary.

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