The Mandalorian & Grogu is an upcoming Star Wars film scheduled for release on May 22, 2026. Directed by Jon Favreau and co-written with Dave Filoni, the movie continues the story from the Disney+ series The Mandalorian, focusing on Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his companion Grogu as they navigate new challenges in the galaxy.
Plot Overview
Set during the New Republic era, the film follows Din Djarin and Grogu as they confront the resurgence of Imperial forces led by Grand Admiral Thrawn. The narrative picks up after the events of The Mandalorian Season 3, with Din settling on Nevarro and working for the New Republic. The film aims to bridge the gap between the series and the larger Star Wars universe, possibly addressing events leading up to The Rise of Skywalker .
Cast
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Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian
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Sigourney Weaver as Colonel Ward, a veteran pilot for the New Republic’s Adelphi Rangers
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Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt, son of Jabba the Hutt
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Jonny Coyne as an Imperial Warlord
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Grogu (animatronic and puppetry, augmented with visual effects)
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Garazeb “Zeb” Orrelios (from Star Wars Rebels)
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Anzellans (a species featured in the film)
Production & Marketing
Filming commenced in August 2024 and concluded in December 2024. The film was first teased at Disney’s D23 convention in August 2024, with additional footage presented at D23 Brazil in November 2024 and Star Wars Celebration Japan in April 2025 .
Release Date
May 22, 2026 – marking the first live-action Star Wars film since The Rise of Skywalker in 2019
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Sigourney Weaver (Colonel Ward)
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Jeremy Allen White (Rotta the Hutt)
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