Rory McCann, best known for his iconic role as Sandor Clegane in Game of Thrones, is officially joining the cast of Ahsoka season 2, alongside Rosario Dawson, who reprises her role as the fan-favorite Jedi exile. As Disney and Lucasfilm continue to expand their interconnected Star Wars universe on Disney+, this casting news has sparked a wave of excitement among fans eager to see how McCann’s presence will impact the show’s gritty tone and complex storytelling.
McCann’s casting was confirmed through multiple trade sources this week, though details about his character remain tightly under wraps. Speculation among Star Wars fans suggests he may portray a new villain or a morally ambiguous figure, fitting the rugged and intense persona he’s known for. With Ahsoka already leaning into deeper lore from Star Wars Rebels and The Clone Wars, season 2 appears poised to build on that narrative foundation now with McCann’s formidable screen presence in the mix.
Rosario Dawson, who has embodied Ahsoka Tano since her live-action debut in The Mandalorian, continues to anchor the series with her nuanced portrayal of a warrior torn between duty and legacy. Her performance in season 1 earned critical praise and reinvigorated interest in the character first introduced in the 2008 animated film. The chemistry between Dawson and a new cast, including McCann, promises to deepen the show’s emotional weight and broaden its appeal to audiences beyond longtime franchise fans.
Production on Ahsoka season 2 is expected to begin later this year, with showrunner Dave Filoni returning at the helm. Filoni, who has played a crucial role in shaping modern Star Wars storytelling, has hinted that the second season will feature “bigger stakes, more layered characters, and a journey that will change Ahsoka forever.” With McCann now in the fold, those stakes seem to be rising.
The casting move is also a sign of Disney’s continued investment in cross-genre talent, drawing from major franchises to bolster the Star Wars brand. McCann, whose performance in Game of Thrones made him a cult favorite, brings a grounded intensity that could contrast compellingly with the mystical force driven elements of Ahsoka.
As anticipation for Ahsoka season 2 grows, fans can expect more announcements in the coming months and perhaps a glimpse of McCann in action once trailers drop. Until then, the Star Wars universe remains as unpredictable and thrilling as ever, with new faces like Rory McCann helping to chart the course.
