Frankly, "Star Wars" is in a frozen carbonite state right now, wrestling with a galaxy full of newfangled storytelling and unknown characters From "The Acolyte," which is scheduled to take viewers back to the days of the Great Republic, to the currently postponed "Skeleton Crew," "Star Wars in 2024" is a universe full of uncertainty, and may not find more success for some time

However, there are still plenty of existing original Star Wars TV show series that are appealing Fans and casual viewers alike can escape into the unknown through a selection of films on the best streaming service, Disney Plus

Some of the recommended films can be easily skipped After all, it's Star Wars, and you don't need to see everything to know what's going on in the broader story You could watch the Star Wars films in order for that purpose, but you won't need to know the long history of Star Wars to know what's going on in these few films

Of course, all you need is a whole roasted Porg and a bowl of blue milk

"Andor"

Despite igniting fandom, "Andor" is not only one of the best "Star Wars" TV shows It is a true escape from the confines of oppression, depicting a galaxy in pain and anxiety as the Empire's dominance grows ever stronger in the stars

Cassian Andor (Diego Luna), best known for his role in "Rogue One," plays the lead role until he joins the Rebel Alliance Tony Gilroy, the director of such epic thrillers as "The Bourne Identity" and "Michael Clayton," will lead "Andor's" story His skills are perfectly suited to this setting, bringing to life a galaxy constantly on the edge of a cliff as it struggles to survive against the expanding evil of the Empire

In addition to Luna's Cassian Andor and Gilroy himself, this "Star Wars" epic also features some of the best names in the business, including Stellan Skarsgard as Luten Rael, Andy Serkis as Kino Roy, and Forest Whitaker's Saw Guerara Andor" is the first film in the "Star Wars" series to feature a cast of top names in the industry Andor" is a must-see show that transcends its "Star Wars" roots And with "Andor" Season 2 just around the corner, there's no better time to experience the rise of the Rebel Alliance

"Star Wars: Visions"

What sets "Star Wars: Visions" apart from the rest on Disney Plus is its loose connection to the lore of that beloved galaxy far, far away You don't have to know much about "Star Wars" or be a huge fan to understand (and appreciate) the many stories told throughout this treasured animated series [Star Wars: Visions] is a series of separate stories that loosely explore the world of "Star Wars" without being confined to a broader canon Each episode is written and animated by a completely different studio, with the first season primarily by Japanese artists and the second season by creators from Spain, Korea, Chile, and elsewhere

As a result, the cultural essence of these lands is skillfully woven into these stories, and the iconic beats of Star Wars still ring true, even though they do not fit into the main canon timeline Star Wars: Visions is a beautiful meditation on what it means to be a fan of this franchise, as if to explain why we love "Star Wars" through the Force itself

"Star Wars: The Clone Wars"

One of the longest-running series under the "Star Wars" banner, it draws a wide range of characters from across the massive galaxy and remains a must-see icon As the title suggests, "The Clone Wars" follows "Episode 2: Attack of the Clones" and continues with "Revenge of the Sith"

Though merely animated, this beloved Star Wars TV show has a lot of emotion and thought put into it With seven seasons in all, "The Clone Wars" provides enough content to keep viewers engaged and is the perfect bridge to other animated classics in this world, such as "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" and "Star Wars: Rebels"

"The Book of Boba Fett"

What would have otherwise been a fascinating introduction to one of "Star Wars'" coolest characters, Boba Fett, turned into a train wreck that ruined the most fearsome bounty hunter for much of fandom Temra Morrison returns to take the iconic helm once again with the harrowing tale of Boba Fett's escape from the pit of Sarlacc and his rise to control of Tatooine's underworld

On paper, "The Book of Boba Fett" sounds like an exciting escape into the world of "Star Wars" with one of its most daring villains, but falls flat with a number of uninteresting characters in a story line that ends almost without fanfare Even the most exciting twist to date, in which Cade Bane, the bounty hunter known from "The Clone Wars," dueled Cobb Vance in live action, was somewhat silly [Boba Fett remains one of the most beloved characters in "Star Wars" Boba Fett, the bounty hunter, will probably make a guest appearance in the highly anticipated film "The Mandalorian and the Grog," because he'll be a guest star

"Obi-Wan Kenobi"

It is sad but true that two "Star Wars" shows named after highly-respected characters will be the most unwatchable series of "Star Wars" While there are some stunning sequences and the rematch of the century definitely qualifies, "Obi-Wan Kenobi" misses the mark in terms of telling the down-to-earth adventures of Star Wars with Jedi-turned-Hellmite Obi-Wan (Ewan McGregor) in command

There are many questions as to why the show exists in addition to bringing McGregor and Hayden Christensen back together The show revolves around Obi-Wan's return from his self-made exile on Tatooine while the young Princess Leia falls into the hands of filthy kidnappers However, his presence outside the galaxy is revealed, and the former Jedi Knight is confronted by his former Padawan

But it all culminates in a convoluted way that could have been approached with a bit more feeling and purpose For "Star Wars" fans, and even Obi-Wan fans, the Jedi self-title is just bantha fodder