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The Mandalorian and Grogu dazzles with action and a standout score (Grogu moments shine), but its repetitive plotting and limited character development make it feel like a long, glossy episode rather than a true Star Wars film.
Early social-media reactions to The Mandalorian and Grogu are mixed, with praise for the action, humor, and Grogu moments and some criticism that the film feels like a longer TV episode; critics’ reviews are embargoed until May 19 ahead of its May 22 theatrical release.
Gina Carano said her Zoom conversation with Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni and The Mandalorian creator Jon Favreau was a 'touch base' check‑in focused on mending relations after her firing, with no confirmation about returning as Cara Dune. She praised Favreau and Filoni, hopes the Star Wars fandom can move past the controversy, and noted interest in upcoming Mandalorian projects and a Grogu movie.
Gina Carano says she recently had an important January Zoom conversation with Mandalorian creators Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni to mend fences after her 2021 firing; Disney/Lucasfilm settled her lawsuit last year, and she emphasizes Favreau and Filoni were never the villains. She hasn’t spoken to Pedro Pascal since 2024 but remains hopeful for future collaborations and a peaceful fandom, as she gears up for an MMA return against Ronda Rousey and the Mandalorian-related projects Favreau and Pascal are involved in.
Pedro Pascal became visibly emotional and wiped away tears onstage at CCXP Mexico while joining Jon Favreau for Disney’s Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu film panel, discussing Grogu’s evolved role and previewing opening footage.
Jon Favreau says adapting The Mandalorian and Grogu for a theatrical two-hour film shaped the story, with the big-screen format guiding the narrative to please both longtime fans and newcomers ahead of its May 22 release.
Disney's Star Wars spin-off The Mandalorian & Grogu debuted its final trailer and screened the first 17 minutes at CinemaCon, with Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin guiding Grogu through a post-Empire conflict; the cast includes Sigourney Weaver and a Martin Scorsese cameo, and the film directed by Jon Favreau (with Dave Filoni) opens in theaters May 22.
Director Jon Favreau incorporated real-life conversations between Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow into the Iron Man movie, adding authenticity to the dynamic between Tony Stark and Pepper Potts. The actors' on-screen chemistry helped launch the Marvel Cinematic Universe and cemented Downey Jr.'s place in Hollywood. Favreau praised their mutual respect and admiration, noting that their banter added an edge to their on-screen relationship.
"Oppenheimer" continues its award-winning streak at the 60th Cinema Audio Society Awards, with its sound team winning the feature competition for sound mixing. The film's sound team includes industry veterans such as Willie D. Burton, Gary Rizzo, and Kevin O’Connell. Other winners at the event include "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," "32 Sounds," and "The Last of Us." Additionally, Jon Favreau made a surprise appearance to present the CAS Filmmaker Award to J.J. Abrams, and Joe Earle received the Society’s Career Achievement Award.
The Mandalorian is set to make its big-screen debut with a new feature film directed by Jon Favreau, titled The Mandalorian & Grogu, which is expected to go into production this year. The decision to make it a movie instead of a Disney Plus series is driven by the significance of Grogu's character and his potential to connect different eras of the Star Wars timeline. The film is part of a larger slate of upcoming Star Wars projects, and it raises questions about the future of The Mandalorian series on Disney Plus, suggesting that Grogu may play a pivotal role in the franchise's future.
Jon Favreau is set to direct a new "Star Wars" movie titled "The Mandalorian & Grogu," which will be a continuation of the popular Disney+ series. Production is set to begin this year, with no release date announced yet. The movie will mark the big screen debut of the beloved characters from the series, and will be produced by Dave Filoni and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy. This announcement comes as welcome news to "Star Wars" fans who have been awaiting a new film since 2019's "The Rise of Skywalker."
"Star Wars" is set to return to theaters in 2025 with a feature film project starring "The Mandalorian" characters Din Djarin and Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy and "Ahsoka" creator Dave Filoni. The film is scheduled to start filming in 2024 with a potential late 2025 release date, leading the charge ahead of previously announced "Star Wars" feature films.
Star Wars fans were surprised by the announcement of a new movie starring The Mandalorian & Grogu, as well as the confirmation of Ahsoka Season 2. The internet erupted with excitement over the news, with fans eagerly anticipating the big screen debut of their favorite characters and the continuation of Ahsoka's story. While some are confused about the relationship between the movie and The Mandalorian Season 4, overall, the announcement has generated high levels of enthusiasm among fans.
The Mandalorian and Grogu are set to make their big screen debut in a new Star Wars film directed by Jon Favreau, with production starting later this year. The plot details are under wraps, but the film is expected to be a perfect fit for the big screen, according to Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy. This announcement comes as part of a decision to focus more on exploring the Star Wars universe on the big screen. Additionally, other upcoming Star Wars films will be directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Donald Glover, and Taika Waititi.
Disney officially confirmed the development of Ahsoka Season 2, with Dave Filoni at the helm, in an announcement about Jon Favreau's new Star Wars movie. The news comes amidst a flurry of Star Wars updates, including new TV shows and films, showcasing Filoni's significant creative impact on the franchise's future.