Lucasfilm has debuted a teaser with actual footage from the upcoming film Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, following backlash to a Super Bowl parody spot. The 15-second clip features Grogu and Rebel Alliance fighters, building anticipation ahead of the full trailer on February 17. The movie continues the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu in the New Republic era.
The Super Bowl on February 16, 2026, featured a promotional spot for Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu that parodied former Budweiser commercials, containing no actual movie footage. This decision drew swift backlash from fans, who had anticipated the first official trailer since a September teaser. In response, Lucasfilm released a new 15-second teaser on the same day, including genuine clips from the film.
The teaser shows Grogu pressing buttons on the characters' new ship in a comedic moment, alongside a squadron of Rebel Alliance fighters—X-Wings and a Y-Wing—flying against a grim horizon. It also reveals an R2 unit, suggesting the Mandalorian may ally with the New Republic following the Empire's defeat. This marks the first substantial look at the movie, which is the galaxy's first theatrical Star Wars release since 2019.
Directed and co-written by Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, the film is set in the New Republic era, where Din Djarin and Grogu confront remnants of the fallen Galactic Empire. It introduces Sigourney Weaver as Colonel Ward, a New Republic leader and former Rebel pilot, with returning character Zeb Orrelios. Marketing challenges persist, as the story remains under wraps and audiences may question transitioning the small-screen characters to theaters.
The full trailer is scheduled for release on February 17, 2026. Complementing the hype, Hasbro unveiled a Black Series Deluxe figure set featuring a 6-inch Mandalorian with accessories like a sword, rifle, dagger, and jetpack, plus Grogu in a backpack that allows shoulder-riding poses. Pre-orders are available for $34.99 on Hasbro Pulse, with a release in April 2026.
