Disney on ICE
A Rape Scene in Star Wars, Explained
In a bold move for the Star Wars franchise, Andor creator Tony Gilroy introduced the series’ first explicit depiction of sexual assault in Season 2, Episode 3, “Harvest,” released on Disney+ on April 22, 2025. The scene, involving an Imperial officer attempting to rape an undocumented refugee, draws a stark parallel to real-world abuses by immigration authorities, sparking both praise and controversy.
In the episode, Bix Caleen, played by Adria Arjona, is confronted by Imperial Lieutenant Krole, portrayed by Alex Waldmann, on the planet Mina-Rau, where she lives as an undocumented refugee after fleeing Ferrix. Krole, aware of her illegal status, menacingly states, “I know you’re illegal. We’ve been counting visas. It’s a tough spot for everyone,” before attempting to assault her.
Bix fights back, killing him with a wrench. Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna, arrives shortly after, witnessing the aftermath. The scene culminates with Bix declaring, “He tried to rape me!”—a first for Sta…