Star Wars is returning to theaters for the first time in seven years with a new film centered on The Mandalorian and Grogu. Industry projections point to an opening weekend of 80 million dollars or more.
The upcoming movie has generated widespread interest as fans await its performance at the box office. Analysts are closely watching how the franchise will draw audiences after a long absence from the big screen.
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Building on prior trailers and promos, Disney showcased the opening 17 minutes of Star Wars film 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. Director Jon Favreau presented the action-packed sequence starring Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin and Grogu, ahead of the May 22 theatrical release.
Lucasfilm and Disney's Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu earned 12 million dollars in Thursday night previews ahead of its Memorial Day opening. The Jon Favreau-directed film is tracking toward a 90 million dollar four-day domestic debut at 4,300 theaters.
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The film Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is scheduled to release on May 22, 2026. Fans of the character Grogu, also known as Baby Yoda, can look forward to new adventures with Din Djarin. Several books are recommended for young viewers eager to explore similar stories.
Disney is set to revamp its Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction with a new Mandalorian and Grogu-themed mission launching on May 22, 2026, at Disneyland and Disney's Hollywood Studios. The update aims to give every rider more agency in the story, addressing feedback that current roles feel unequal. A temporary name change to include 'A New Mission' appeared briefly on Walt Disney World listings before being removed.
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Illumination, Nintendo and Universal's Super Mario Galaxy Movie is expected to gross $60 million to $70 million in its second weekend at the U.S. box office. The figure marks a 47% to 54% decline from its $131.7 million three-day opening. Featuring voices by Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jack Black and Glen Powell, the film retains all its IMAX and premium large format screens.
Following initial reveals, Disney shared the first audio preview and a mission briefing from the Razor Crest for the upcoming Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run update featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu. The new Tatooine adventure debuts May 22, 2026, at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
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Universal's Super Mario Galaxy Movie grossed $152.1 million worldwide in its second weekend, pushing its global cumulative total to $629 million. The animated sequel now stands as the highest-grossing MPA release of 2026, trailing only China's Pegasus 3. It is projected to reach $700 million next weekend.