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The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer hints at Embo, the Kyuzo bounty hunter from The Clone Wars, resurfacing as a foe for Din Djarin and signals Lucasfilm’s penchant for fabled cameos (Glup Shitto) as the franchise moves toward a May 22, 2026 release.
A brand-new The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer hints at a high-stakes mission against imperial remnants and Hutt intrigue, with Din Djarin piloting a rebranded Razor Crest, Grogu armored and armed, and cameos from Embo and Zeb spanning Adelphi, Nal Hutta, and Nevarro as the May 22 release approaches.
Lucasfilm and Disney released a fresh, more expansive trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, offering a clearer glimpse of Din Djarin’s next journey ahead of its May 22 theatrical release. The trailer also features Sigourney Weaver as Colonel Ward, Steve Blum as Zeb Orellios, and Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt from Clone Wars.
Variety reports a star-powered Super Bowl trailer slate: Disney may unveil a Mandalorian & Grogu spot (and possibly Toy Story 5); Universal will tease Spielberg’s Disclosure Day, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and Minions 3; Paramount plans a Scream 7 teaser; Lionsgate promotes Michael; DC will tease Supergirl during Puppy Bowl; Sony and other studios are sitting out; NBC is charging roughly $7–$10 million for 30 seconds.
Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as Lucasfilm president after 14 years, with Dave Filoni promoted to president and chief creative officer to lead the studio’s creative direction and Lynwen Brennan as co-president handling business. Kennedy will still produce two upcoming Lucasfilm projects—the Mandalorian/Grogu project due May 22 and 2027’s Star Wars: Starfighter—and will pursue other ventures. The leadership shift signals a new era for Star Wars, leveraging Filoni’s deep franchise knowledge and Brennan’s executive experience to accelerate development.
Disney and Lucasfilm settled a lawsuit with Gina Carano, who accused them of discrimination and wrongful termination over her social media posts and political opinions. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, and Carano expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing her continued interest in the arts. The case highlighted issues of free speech and workplace discrimination in the entertainment industry.
The new Star Wars series 'Skeleton Crew' introduces a pirate adventure theme, drawing connections to 'The Mandalorian' by featuring space pirates like Vane, a character from the latter's third season. The show focuses on young heroes who embark on a space journey after discovering a spaceship, with Vane's presence hinting at a deeper connection to the broader Star Wars universe. Showrunner Jon Watts collaborated with Dave Filoni to ensure continuity within the franchise, suggesting 'Skeleton Crew' could influence future Star Wars stories.
Disney announces release dates for upcoming major films including "The Mandalorian & Grogu," "Toy Story 5," and "Tron: Ares," with "The Mandalorian & Grogu" set for May 22, 2026, "Toy Story 5" for June 19, 2026, and "Tron: Ares" for October 10, 2025. The release of "Moana" and "The Amateur" have been delayed, and new "Star Wars" films directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and James Mangold are in the works for 2026 and 2027. Additionally, little is known about "Toy Story 5," while "Tron: Ares" is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto. More updates are expected at CinemaCon next week.
Respawn Entertainment's first-person Star Wars Mandalorian game, featuring a bounty hunter searching for bounties across the galaxy, was canceled by EA despite positive feedback from playtests and developers. The game offered a linear level experience with fast-paced combat, a Mandalorian jetpack, and various enemies including stormtroopers and boss-like adversaries. It was in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PC, with a polished vertical slice and several missions near completion.
Respawn Entertainment, known for Star Wars Jedi and Apex Legends, is reportedly developing a first-person Mandalorian video game where players control a bounty hunter during the Empire's reign. The game features bounties, iconic Mandalorian jetpack, fast-paced action, and linear levels across multiple planets. It's still in early development and may be a year or two away from release, adding to Respawn's busy schedule of ongoing projects.
Respawn Entertainment is reportedly developing a first-person Star Wars Mandalorian game, led by creative director Mohammad Alavi, focusing on mobility and style. Players will control a Mandalorian bounty hunter during the Galactic Empire's dominance, using a jetpack for high mobility and fast-paced gameplay. The game will feature a variety of weapons and gadgets, linear levels on different planets, and may not have a multiplayer mode, with a release expected in a year or two.
Former Mandalorian star Gina Carano, who was fired after making controversial comments comparing Trump supporters to Holocaust victims, warned that her firing could happen to anyone. She is now being supported by Elon Musk in her lawsuit against Disney. In an interview with Fox News, Carano framed her firing as "bullying" and emphasized that standing up for her beliefs was important, despite the consequences. She expressed gratitude for the support she has received and hopes to inspire others to take a stand.
Jon Favreau is set to direct a new Star Wars film featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, marking the first Star Wars movie to go into production since 2019. The project, produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, will bring the popular characters to the big screen, following the success of The Mandalorian series on Disney+. This development signals a potential turning point for Lucasfilm's big screen endeavors, as they aim to capitalize on the success of the franchise's expanded universe.
The Disney+ series Ahsoka has potentially changed Star Wars history by revealing that there have been several Mandalorians who have become Jedi, contrary to previous beliefs. In the third episode, Ahsoka trains Mandalorian warrior Sabine Wren to become a Jedi, despite her initial doubts. This revelation challenges the long-held belief that only one Mandalorian, Tarre Vizsla, had achieved Jedi status. The episode also hints at the complex relationship between Mandalorians and Jedi, as Mandalorians traditionally view Jedi as enemies. Ahsoka airs weekly on Disney+.
The finale of "Star Trek: Picard" succeeded where "The Mandalorian" failed, offering lessons about IP storytelling today. "Picard" invested old symbols with new meaning, showed real evolution of its characters, evolved the meaning of the greatest "Trek" villains, created a real sense of atmosphere and stakes, and recognized there's an element of "playing with toys" to this story. In every way that matters, "Picard" had the edge over "The Mandalorian" this season.