There has not been a new Star Wars film since Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker was released in December 2019. That will change with The Mandalorian & Grogu. So far we have only seen the eponymous characters in series format on Disney+. Experience now Din Djarin and Baby Yoda her first screen adventure. Here you will find all the important information about the hotly anticipated Star Wars project.
When does The Mandalorian & Grogu start in cinemas?
The Mandalorian & Grogu opens on May 21, 2026 in German cinemas. The project was announced in January 2024. Filming is scheduled to begin in June 2024. The Mandalorian & Grogu is the 12th Star Wars film and the first Star Wars film to be a spin-off from a series.
The filming waits with you A novelty for the franchise on. The Mandalorian & Grogu is the first Star Wars film to be filmed in California. Production was previously based in Great Britain (Studios: Elstree, Shepperton, Ealing, Leavesden and Pinewood) and Australia (Fox Studios).
What is the plot of The Mandalorian & Grogu?
Concrete details about the plot are not yet known. However, it can be assumed that history after the events of season 3 from The Mandalorian and brings back many well-known characters from the star saga.
As part of the film’s announcement, a… explosive concept art revealed, which gives us a first feel for the film. This was made by concept artist Ryan Church, who already contributed iconic designs to the prequels.
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The Mandalorian & Grogu
Who is in the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu?
Pedro Pascal is expected to return in the lead role. In the series he lent his voice to the Mandalorian and also played him in individual scenes. Without his doubles However, Din Djarin would not be complete: Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder can be seen most of the time in front of the camera when Mando hides his face under his helmet, which is not uncommon.
The return of familiar Mando characters such as:
No longer is Carl Weathers, who appeared in the first three seasons of The Mandalorian Greef Karga was to be seen. The actor died in February 2024.
Will Luke Skywalker return in The Mandalorian & Grogu?
Probably the most memorable moment of the Mando series is the Season 2 finale, in which Luke Skywalker (a digitally rejuvenated Mark Hamill) appears as a savior in an emergency and takes little Grogu with him to protect him. This Luke Skywalker was also a part of the spin-off The Book of Boba Fett. It’s entirely conceivable that he’ll also be in the Mando film, perhaps even alongside Leia Organa and Han Solo.
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Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian
Who is the director of The Mandalorian & Grogu?
The Mandalorian & Grogu is directed by Jon Favreau, who previously served as series creator and showrunner of the underlying series. He has written most of The Mandalorian’s screenplays, but has only directed one episode so far, namely the spectacular season 2 opener Krayt dragons. Otherwise he is known for films like Iron Man, The Jungle Book and Buddy – The Christmas Elf.
Who is the screenwriter of The Mandalorian & Grogu?
On the script, Favreau once again teams up with Star Wars mastermind Dave Filoni, who has accompanied the franchise since The Clone Wars. Favreau and Filoni are a well-rehearsed team. The two filmmakers already helped each other with The Mandalorian before Filoni launched his first live-action project in the galaxy far, far away on Disney+ with Ahsoka.
Wait, isn’t Dave Filoni making his own Mando movie?
Yes, exactly. There are two movies in development at Lucasfilm that are based on the series universe started by The Mandalorian.
So far the Mandoverse includes:
And what other Star Wars films are coming?
In addition to the two Mando films, two other projects are actively in development. On the one hand, there would be a new Star Wars film with Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker. On the other hand, Indiana Jones 5 director James Mangold explores the Origins of the Jedi and the Force in a film with the working title Dawn of the Jedi.
In addition, there are many projects that were announced and later put on hold. We have created an overview of all the Star Wars films that have been making the rounds over the past few years, up to and including today have not appeared. And if you want to know what’s definitely coming: Here you can find all the Star Wars projects that will definitely be released by Lucasfilm in cinemas or on Disney+.
The Mandalorian & Grogu opens in cinemas on May 21, 2026.