Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) is a gritty, high-stakes entry in the Star Wars saga that follows Jyn Erso, the daughter of an Imperial scientist, as she is drawn into a desperate Rebel mission to steal the schematics for the Empire’s new planet-destroying weapon, the Death Star. Set in the tense days before A New Hope, the film traces how a ragtag team of rebels and spies defy orders and undertake a dangerous heist that could change the fate of the galaxy. Watching Rogue One you’ll experience intense, visceral action—from stealthy ground infiltrations and close-quarters firefights to large-scale space battles—balanced with quieter, emotional moments about sacrifice, loyalty and the cost of resistance. The film leans into a war-movie tone within the Star Wars universe: grim, urgent, and occasionally raw, with striking visuals, immersive production design, and a stirring score that heightens the dramatic stakes. Expect a character-driven ensemble (led by Jyn) whose personal histories and moral conflicts fuel the mission, morally ambiguous choices, and a mounting sense of suspense as the Rebels race against time. Fans of action-packed sci-fi, heist stories and wartime dramas will find Rogue One both thrilling and moving—an urgent, more grounded chapter that connects directly to the origins of the Rebellion’s fight against the Empire.

Actors: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk

Director: Gareth Edwards

Runtime: 133 min

Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

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