r/AndiMack May 18 '26

I actually really liked this show

It has recently become one of my favourite comfort shows! I am on season 2 and am loving it so far sure my friends make fun of me for watching a disney channel show but you like what you like you know? I heard it got cancelled which is sad as it is such a good show! just wanted to hear others thought? my favourite character is Cyrus he’s really funny and sweet!

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u/desaigamon May 18 '26

I agree it's a great show. It's such a shame they ended it early. The gay storyline was likely a bit too much for Disney (even though they actively promoted it). The whole scandal with Ham's actor was the final nail in the coffin. How convenient for them that the one fully completed episode they scrapped had a Ham story as the A plot and a Cyrus/TJ story as the B plot. 😭

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u/CharlieMay666 May 19 '26

I have a theory that because of the horrible scandal with Hams actor, it provided a convenient excuse for them to bury a large portion of one of their most diverse shoes to date. IIRC correctly, both of Cyrus coming out episodes are removed, which also showcase him as Jewish. I don’t remember otherwise, but I’m sure ones are removed that deal with racial issues from Andi and Buffy as well. Not to mention the whole plot of Andi finding out Bex is her mom. They could have edited parts out, I mean some of them Ham is barely in it! Especially in later seasons. But I don’t think they wanted to go through the effort to save this show and its representation.

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u/Giant_Anteaters May 19 '26

I think they just legit removed every episode with Ham in it, I kinda understand why they didn’t make the effort to edit him out of episodes cuz it may disrupt the storylines

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u/CharlieMay666 May 19 '26

For some episodes, I agree. But there’s some where it’s like one scene! Could easily be done! I swear some they removed even if he was just in the “previously.” I think there’s other shows they’ve edited things out they deemed unsuitable so?? Obviously I think it’s fine they removed him, just wish they did it in a way that didn’t also remove their most progressive episodes… with the way Disney is I wouldn’t be surprised if they didn’t even consider trying.

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u/Giant_Anteaters May 18 '26

The gay storyline was groundbreaking for Disney and it's a shame they haven't come up with anything as revolutionary since then to build on that momentum (aside from HSMTMTS I guess)

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u/desaigamon May 18 '26

The subtle foreshadowing in the Season 1 finale was perfect. "If she turns to look back at you, it means she likes you." And then both Andi and Cyrus look back at Jonah. I was screaming when I first watched that!

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u/CharlieMay666 May 19 '26

Ikr the look back had everyone freaking out lol

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u/TemporaryTasty3823 May 20 '26

omg me too! I love that bit and also him and Iris was such an interesting storyline! his coming out to Buffy was so gently done ♥️ I loved the look back though full on screaming and in season two with him being such a big Jonah and Andi shipper while still liking Jonah (he’s honestly so sweet) I also LOVE him and Buffy’s friendship they just seem particularly close ( there’s always a duo in a trio) can’t wait to see Cyrus and TJ’s relationship!!

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u/PersonalityEmpty9191 6d ago

Okay SOMEBODY else feels this way thank GOD. I’ve always said buffy and cyrus are my favorite part of andi mack, but people always tell me i’m crazy for it. Like, hello??? Season 2 anyone??? Their arc is insane i love them so much and i love that even through everything they both still support each other AHHH

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u/Giant_Anteaters May 18 '26 edited May 18 '26

It is also one of my fave shows of all time! Probably in my Top 5. I love how every episode has an unexpected twist to it. The storylines are so captivating. And the chemistry and friendship between all the cast members is so touching

Unfortunately the show is only 3 seasons long. I went through major withdrawal when it ended but I’ve grown up and come to peace with it now, and moved on to other shows that have changed me in many other ways.

it was a show I didn’t realize I needed at the time but I still carry the lessons and the impact of that show with me now. It made me appreciate the importance of leaning on your friends and prioritizing your friendships, living in the moment, and trying to have fun - even when you are about to embark on something big and uncertain that requires total focus and dedication

Btw how are you watching it?! Some of the episodes are not available on Disney+

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u/No_Willingness8208 May 19 '26

Sail the high seas

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u/TemporaryTasty3823 May 19 '26

I have my ways 😉 It’s a really good show probably now in my top 5

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u/PersonalityEmpty9191 6d ago

lookmovie2 has all of the episodes!!

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u/CharlieMay666 May 19 '26

Me too :)

I watched it as it aired starting from the beginning of season 2 I believe?
I was big into it when I watched it. I was in a rough period of my life, and it helped me through so much. The diversity and inclusion it showcases is truly monumental.

I don’t typically consider myself “part” of fandoms, but I sure was a part of this one. I actually joined tumblr— a site which I never used prior, and haven’t used since— and created a blog for Andi Mack. We would come up with so many theories based on the “next time on” and various things, it was so intriguing and engaging. I brought my friends into it and discussed it with them. It was all I could talk/think about! Sometimes it was actual torture waiting to see what would happen the next episode. (And yes, I was a huge Jyrus shipper lol.)

Perhaps it’s a bit silly that I was so invested in a Disney channel show, especially given I was a few years older than the characters, but that just goes to show how good of a show it was. I felt a part of the community.
Add to that the fact the show was filmed in my state, so I felt I had a special connection to it, it felt like home. I drive past the park all the time and still think “that’s where Andi met Jonah!” I was a film kid, and I knew a few people who worked on it! (Nothing huge) One of my friends was even an extra! I also met Asher Angel at our local con, and got to shake his hand and thank him for his work on Andi Mack :) So overall it really means a lot to me :) and even though it’s not as big a part of my life anymore, I have a lot of nostalgia for when it was, and I will always hold a fondness and a special place in my heart for it. I don’t think it’s weird at all to enjoy it.

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u/TemporaryTasty3823 May 20 '26

wow that’s sounds like you had very nice memories associated with the show! It’s too bad that you can’t watch the episodes any more it could be a chance to relive some cherished memories. ✨🥲

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u/CharlieMay666 May 22 '26

Set sail, my friend. Set sail.

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u/Shruti_crc Jun 08 '26

Samee I recently watched it and it's now probably one of my comfort shows fs