Disney has a new television series for the "Star Wars" universe that is already getting thumbs up from fans and critics alike. On Wednesday, the company released "Andor," a prequel show to the commercially successful 2016 film "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," on the Disney+ streaming service.The story focus on the journey of Cassian Andor, portrayed by Diego Luna, who also executive produces the series. Set five years before the events of "Rogue One," the show focuses on the transition of Cassian from petty thief to the rebel hero we see in the film.The actor believes the show will provide fans with an "intimate" perspective of what life was like under the rule of the Galactic Empire. "There has to be action and adventure and that like big scope of science fiction that you expect from 'Star Wars,' but at the same time, we can allow ourselves to be different," Luna said in an interview with Reuters. Diego Luna reprised his role as Cassian Andor for the prequel series released Wednesday on Disney+. (Getty Images for Disney) "What was the life like for people to be willing to sacrifice everything for a cause, you know? I don't think we've seen that," He told the news service. Luna noted, "I don't think we've been in the most intimate life of the people that were having to live under the control of the Empire.
Celebrity MasterChef 2022 eliminates latest star ahead of quarter-final
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Celebrity MasterChef spoilers follow. Celebrity MasterChef resumed on BBC One tonight (September 1), whittling down the competitors in yet more tough challenges. Cooking to keep their place in the kitchen tonight were actor Ryan Thomas, Drag Race UK’s Kitty Scott-Claus, Strictly professional Katya Jones and TV star Lisa Snowdon.
Their first challenge saw them putting their knowledge and skills to the test by demonstrating their ability to make sweet and sour prawn balls in just 20 minutes. Katya struggled the most, battling with her timing and consequently serving up an undercooked prawn. Related: Celebrity MasterChef 2022 eliminates first star from the fourth heatNext, Anna Haugh, owner of the restaurant Myrtle in London, challenged each of the four celebrities to cook a recipe from her menu, which champions Irish produce.
Once again, Katya's timing was her downfall and judge John Torode chastised her for yet again leaving part of the dish until the very last minute. Lisa also struggled a little with timing when it came to cooking her duck, but otherwise received almost universal praise from the judges for her attempt. Related: Celebrity MasterChef eliminates first star after fierce competitionThen, for the final challenge, the foursome was tasked with trying to recreate their favourite takeaway.
With just one hour to cook and only three quarter-final places up for grabs, it was a nail-biting race to the finish. "We've got a decision to make, who's got what it takes?" questioned Torode. After much deliberation, the judges came to their final decision.
Ultimately, judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace decided to send Katya home. Related: The Masked Singer announces I'm A Celebrity special"I'm really proud of myself. I
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BBC Celebrity MasterChef under fire as viewers 'can't watch' Jubilee episode following Queen's death
The timing of the latest episode of Celebrity MasterChef was not lost on viewers as the remaining celebrities battled it out in the semi-final. The semi-final episode of the BBC One series aired on Thursday night (September 15) after originally being scheduled to air last week.
Celebrity MasterChef returns tonight with tribute to Queen's Platinum Jubilee
previously axed episode that pays tribute to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The cooking competition series has been off air for the past week following Her Majesty’s death aged 96 at Balmoral on Thursday, September 9. The BBC’s schedule has been impacted since the news was announced, with the corporation prioritising special programming and coverage in the lead up to the state funeral.
Celebrity MasterChef 2022 eliminates another contestant
Celebrity MasterChef spoilers follow. Tonight's (September 2) episode of Celebrity Masterchef 2022 saw the last two semi-finalists chosen in a fiercely contested cooking battle. Contestants Ryan Thomas, Kitty Scott-Claus and Lisa Snowdon battled it out in the hopes of getting to the next stage of the competition, but it was unfortunately Ryan who was sent home.
Adam Pearson praises Celebrity MasterChef for not 'pigeonholing' disabled people
Celebrity MasterChef fans will see actor and disability advocate Adam Pearson take to the famous BBC kitchen this week, who has told Metro. co. uk how much he ‘relished’ the opportunity to take on the challenge. Adam is one of five famous faces set to take part in the final heats of the series as the competition continues to hot up.
Celebrity MasterChef fans compare John Torode to Star Trek's Captain Kirk
Celebrity MasterChef fans noticed chef John Torode had more than a little in common with everyone’s favourite sci-fi classic Star Trek. Viewers flocked to Twitter to point out the 57-year-old looked as though he’d borrowed from the wardrobe of Captain Kirk on Thursday’s episode. While deliberating which celebrity to send home out of Lesley Joseph, Richard Blackwood, Kirsty Gallacher and Jimmy Bullard, the TV personality sported a rather throwback get-up.