Lucasfilm has unveiled the first trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, the cinematic continuation of the popular Disney+ series. The film stars Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin alongside Grogu, with a release scheduled for May 22, 2026. It marks the first Star Wars theatrical release since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker.
The Mandalorian and Grogu represents a shift from the episodic format of Jon Favreau's Disney+ series to a full feature film. Announced in January 2024, the project reunites Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin with Grogu, also known as Baby Yoda. New cast members include Sigourney Weaver as a battle-hardened pilot, Jeremy Allen White as Rotta, the heir to Jabba the Hutt, and Jonny Coyne as a ruthless Imperial warlord.
The official synopsis states: “The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu.”
The trailer highlights the space-western elements and puppetry that made the series a hit, now expanded for the big screen. This release comes after a seven-year gap in Star Wars theatrical films, following the mixed reception of The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. The franchise has sustained momentum through streaming series, novels, and animations like The Clone Wars.
Behind the scenes, Jon Favreau produces alongside Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni. The move to cinemas evokes George Lucas's original inspiration from pulp serials, promising a communal theater experience with swelling theme music and immersive storytelling.
