What to Watch Before The Mandalorian and Grogu?

Star Wars is finally coming back to the big screen. After nearly seven years without a Star Wars theatrical release, The Mandalorian and Grogu brings our favorite bounty hunter and Baby Yoda to cinemas on May 22, 2026. The film is a continuation of the hit Disney+ series The Mandalorian and is set to become the biggest Star Wars event of 2026.

Whether you’ve watched every episode three times or you’re just now hearing about it, we take a look at everything you need to know about the movie. We explain who Din Djarin and Grogu are, what we know about the film so far, and what you should watch or rewatch to be ready for opening day.

Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers about The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Mandaloria, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka, and more. If you want to avoid spoilers, skip ahead to our spoiler-free watch list.

When Does The Mandalorian and Grogu Come Out?

The Mandalorian and Grogu hits U.S. theaters on May 22, 2026. It’s the first Star Wars movie since The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. It also shifts back to Memorial Day weekend, just like the Original Trilogy and Prequel films.

Moving away from the Volume LED screen technology that defined the look of the TV series, Jon Favreau leaned into practical filmmaking techniques.

The production built a life-size AT-AT, using real sets and locations. The goal was to make the jump from TV to film feel like a genuine upgrade.

The film includes scenes shot in the expanded 1.90:1 IMAX format, so you’ll see more of the frame on those bigger screens.

As of publishing, The Mandalorian and Grogu is officially listed as Not Yet Rated (NR). The series carries a TV-PG rating, so it seems likely that the movie will be PG or PG-13. Similarly it could be rated PG, 12+, or 15+ in the UK.

Although not confirmed by Lucasfilm, UK cinema chain Odeon lists the runtime as 2 hours and 20 minutes. This does fit with the runtimes of most Star Wars films, with live-action movies ranging from A New Hope at 2 hours 5 minutes to The Last Jedi running 2 hours 34 minutes.

When Does The Mandalorian and Grogu Come to Disney+?

For fans looking to skip the cinema and stream the Mandalorian movie on Disney+, there is no release date yet. Based on recent release trends in Disney+ releases, it will premiere three to four months after the theatrical run ends.

In 2015, The Force Awakens ran in theaters for around six months. 2018’s Solo and 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker lasted in theaters significantly shorter, only two and half to three months. In the case of Episode IX, the COVID-19 pandemic played a role in limiting the theatrical release.

We stress that this is conjecture, but The Mandalorian and Grogu could begin streaming on Disney+ between September and December 2026. Lucasfilm and Disney could even look to capitalize on a release around a popular holiday or long weekend, such as Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas.

Again, this is only speculation. We will update once Disney and Lucasfilm announce an official date.

Who Stars in The Mandalorian and Grogu?

Pedro Pascal returns as Din Djarin, with Grogu once again brought to life through a mix of animatronics, puppetry, and visual effects.

Making her Star Wars debut, Sigourney Weaver stars as Colonel Ward, a New Republic Adelphi Rangers leader and former Rebel Alliance pilot.

In an interview with GamesRadar+, Weaver described the film’s tone as more of a straightforward adventure compared to something like Andor. She also said Baby Yoda was the main reason she signed on. “I get to have scenes with a little Grogu which is probably why I did the movie,” Weaver said. “And he’s a little badass too.”

Jeremy Allen White provides the voice of Rotta the Hutt, Jabba’s son, a character first introduced as a baby in the 2008 Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated film.

White confirmed on The Graham Norton Show that his character Rotta spends a lot of time with Din. “It’s kind of like him and the Mandalorian running around for a lot of the movie together,” White said. When Norton asked if Rotta can actually run, White clarified with a grin. “Rotta can move, yeah, quickly.”

Jon Favreau told Empire Magazine that Rotta is “in top form, fighting in the pits, a gladiator of sorts” and compared him to Adonis Creed.

Steve Blum voices Zeb Orrelios, bringing the fan-favorite Star Wars Rebels character to the big screen after a brief live-action cameo in The Mandalorian Season 3.

Filling out the returning cast, Dave Filoni reprises his role as Adelphi Ranger X-wing pilot Trapper Wolf and Jonny Coyne is back as an unnamed Shadow Council Imperial Warlord from The Mandalorian Season 3.

In a casting surprise confirmed by the February 2026 trailer, Martin Scorsese provides the voice of an Ardennian shopkeeper.

The film also features the live-action debut of Embo, the Kyuzo bounty hunter from The Clone Wars, though the actor or actors portraying the role have not been announced.

The twin Hutt siblings, known only as Brother and Sister, are returning from The Book of Boba Fett as well.

Jon Favreau directs and co-wrote the film with Dave Filoni, who also serves as a producer alongside Kathleen Kennedy and Ian Bryce.

David Klein returns behind the camera as director of photography after shooting all three seasons of the series.

Ludwig Göransson, the composer behind the iconic Mandalorian theme, returns for the film after scoring the first two seasons of the series as well as the main theme for The Book of Boba Fett. His scoring sessions took place in January 2026 at the Fox Studio Lot in Los Angeles.

Other Mandoverse Characters Who Could Appear in the Film

Star Wars is a big universe with hundreds of named characters, planets, and creatures. With three seasons, The Mandalorian has certainly added to that expansive lineup. While not officially confirmed for the film, here are some of the supporting characters who could make an appearance.

Bo-Katan Kryze (Katee Sackhoff)

Bo-Katan Kryze plays a significant role in Mandalorian history and the storyline of the series. Played by Katee Sackhoff, the character first appeared in the animated series The Clone Wars.

Sackhoff reprised the role in live action, appearing in seasons two and three of The Mandalorian. By the end of Season Three, she reunited the scattered Mandalorian factions and reclaimed her throne on Mandalore.

Although not confirmed for the film, Sackhoff has teased her involvement.

As reported by Collider‘s Maggie Lovitt, she said, “I have not been in the armor in 2025,” at Indiana Comic Con in March 2025. Fans were quick to point out that filming wrapped in December 2024.

She then told Screen Rant in May 2025, “You will see her again in some form.” She later added, “That’s all you need to know.”

Greef Karga (Carl Weathers)

One character that most likely will not appear in The Mandalorian and Grogu is Greef Karga.

Portrayed by Carl Weathers, he was the leader of the Bounty Hunters Guild on Nevarro before eventually becoming the High Magistrate. Weathers also directed the Season Two episode “Chapter 12: The Siege” and Season Three’s “Chapter 20: The Foundling.”

Unfortunately, Carl Weathers passed away on February 2, 2024, at the age of 76. It is unclear how they will address the character in the movie or in The Mandalorian Season Four.

Boba Fett (Temuera Morrison)

Boba Fett played a major role in The Mandalorian Season 2 and headlined his own series, The Book of Boba Fett. Temuera Morrison portrays Fett on screen in both, a sort of reprisal of his role as Jango Fett from Attack of the Clones.

During the From Clone Troopers to Bounty Hunters panel at Fan Expo Chicago 2024, Morrison said Boba Fett would not appear in the film.

“I understand they’re going to do a Mando with Grogu movie next and things have changed too, there was going to be a Mando 4, and I was going to turn up in that, but as of now I’m still waiting for a phone call to be quite honest. I think we’re just put on the shelf for a little bit. Maybe we come off the shelf later.”

During the Fett Family Values panel with Daniel Logan at Tampa Bay Comic Convention in August 2025, Morrison asked fans to send messages to Lucasfilm.

“If you’d all send a fax or a letter or an email to those powers to be, I’m sure they’d love to hear from every one of you.”

The quote spread around the internet, reportedly drawing some ire from Lucasfilm.

While promoting his movie The Bluff in March of 2026, Inverse asked Morrison about the future of Boba Fett. He replied colorfully, “Shelved, that’s all, like a jar of peaches. When it does get opened, I’m going to come out sweeter, darling.”

Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen)

Introduced in The Mandalorian Season One, Ming-Na Wen plays elite bounty hunter and assassin Fennec Shand. She went on to co-star with Temuera Morrison in The Book of Boba Fett, acting as his enforcer.

Wen confirmed she was not in the film during an interview with Liam Crowley of Screen Rant at Karate Kid: Legends New York City premiere in May 2025.

“I’m not in it, but if I can be that would be great.” She added, “I hope we see Fennec again. I miss her too.”

Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito)

Giancarlo Esposito’s Moff Gideon was the primary villain of the series for all three seasons. He was seemingly killed in the Season 3 finale, but the show left some ambiguity about whether the Gideon who died was the real one or one of his Force-sensitive clones. His return in the movie has not been confirmed or denied.

The Armorer (Emily Swallow)

The Armorer, played by Emily Swallow, is the spiritual leader of Din’s Mandalorian sect, the Children of the Watch. In a July 2024 interview with Screen Rant, Swallow said she was not in the movie.

Peli Motto (Amy Sedaris)

Peli Motto, played by Amy Sedaris, is the fast-talking mechanic on Tatooine who customized Djarin’s N-1 starfighter. If Mando and Grogu travel to Tatooine, an appearance is certainly possible. However, Sedaris is not confirmed to appear in the film at this time.

Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson)

Rosario Dawson’s Ahsoka Tano made her live-action debut in The Mandalorian Season 2, but she’s canonically on the extragalactic planet Peridea during this time period. A cameo or flashback is possible, but a major role seems unlikely.

What Is The Mandalorian and Grogu About?

The Mandalorian and Grogu continues the ongoing story of Din Djarin and Din Grogu. Here is the official synopsis:

“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 movie picks up after the events of The Mandalorian Season 3 in or after 9 ABY. ABY means “after the Battle of Yavin,” a real world way of keeping track of in-universe events relative to 1977’s Star Wars: A New Hope.

The Mandalorian and the other series in the Mandoverse have not clearly tracked the passage of time. While the movie follows Season Three, it is unclear if it is still set in 9 ABY or later.

Din and Grogu are now officially a clan. The Empire has fallen, but Imperial warlords are still scattered across the galaxy. The fledgling New Republic is trying to establish a peaceful government.

The Hutts, bounty hunters, the New Republic Adelphi Rangers, and the Imperial Shadow Council are all expected to play an important role. The Hutts control much of the underworld, including bounty hunters like Embo.

Colonel Ward, Sigourney Weaver’s character, leads the Adelphi Rangers. Notable members include Carson Teva, Trapper Wolf, Sash Ketter, and Jib Dodger. The Shadow Council is a secret group of Imperial warlords working to reorganize the Empire’s remnants.

The trailers hint at an adventure that takes Din and Grogu across a range of environments.

We’ve seen AT-AT walkers moving across a snowy battlefield before being taken down, a fighting arena where Rotta the Hutt has apparently made a name for himself, and Din appearing unmasked in several scenes.

The tone seems to lean into action and adventure rather than the political intrigue of Andor or the slower worldbuilding of Ahsoka.

In March 2026, a new behind-the-scenes featurette debuted before IMAX screenings at the Odeon cinema chain in the United Kingdom.

It included new footage of Din Djarin walking down an urban street at night and without his helmet on with water covering his neck. There is also additional footage of the AT-AT on the snow planet and a new scene of Zeb and Djarin walking in a desert.

The featurette also includes interview snippets with Pedro Pascal and Jon Favreau. They emphasize that the movie follows the spirit of the Original Trilogy. Focusing on practical effects, they use footage of George Lucas filming the first three Star Wars films.

So far, it appears to be exclusive to the Odeon, but fans have already speculated that the footage will appear in front of future IMAX films in the US and other territories.

How a TV Show Became a Movie

The path to The Mandalorian and Grogu wasn’t exactly planned from the start.

Jon Favreau started writing The Mandalorian Season 4 in mid-2022 and finished the scripts with Dave Filoni by February 2023.

Filming was supposed to begin that September. Both the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes halted production.

During the delay, Lucasfilm took a step back and re-evaluated their plans. Dave Filoni had just been named Lucasfilm’s Chief Creative Officer.

Ultimately, they decided to prioritize a theatrical film over a fourth TV season. The Mandalorian was one of Disney+’s biggest shows. Din Djarin and Grogu had become two of Star Wars’ most popular characters. A movie felt like the right next step.

Lucasfilm officially announced The Mandalorian and Grogu on January 9, 2024, on StarWars.com. Favreau signed on to direct and co-write with Filoni. Pedro Pascal confirmed he’d return as Din Djarin.

In February 2024, Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed during an earnings call that the film would kick off a new slate of Star Wars movies.

California awarded the production roughly $21.7 million in tax credits, one of the largest allocations in the state’s filming incentive history. The film was expected to generate over $166 million in spending and wages in California, making it the first Star Wars theatrical release produced entirely in the state.

Filming began in mid-2024 and wrapped by early December. The production ran for approximately 92 shooting days with roughly 54 cast members, 3,500 background extras, and 500 crew members.

Addressing why The Mandalorian and Grogu was the right choice for the next Star Wars film, Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy said they’d built an audience through the success of the Disney+ series and hoped the movie would “become their Star Wars” for younger audiences who wouldn’t feel pressure to watch the entire franchise first.

Favreau has confirmed that The Mandalorian Season 4 is still in development and that all its scripts are written. The movie isn’t replacing the show permanently.

Who Are Din Djarin and Grogu?

Din Djarin is the title character of The Mandalorian. He’s a human bounty hunter who wears the iconic beskar armor and helmet of the Mandalorian people.

Grogu is Djarin’s foundling and adopted son. Introduced in the first episode as “the Child,” the internet immediately called him Baby Yoda. And within days, he was everywhere.

Memes, merchandise, SNL sketches, magazine covers. Baby Yoda became one of the most viral characters in pop culture history, all without saying a single word.

Beskar is Mandalorian steel. It’s one of the strongest materials in the galaxy and can resist both blaster fire and lightsabers. Din’s armor is made from it, as is Grogu’s chainmail.

Both Djarin and Grogu are foundlings. By Mandalorian creed, any warrior who finds an abandoned child must either reunite them with their kind or raise them as their own.

The relationship between Djarin and Grogu is the emotional core of The Mandalorian. It starts as a bounty job, becomes a rescue mission, and gradually turns into something that looks a lot like fatherhood. Over three seasons, the show traces their bond from reluctant protector and helpless child to a Mandalorian clan of two.

Jon Favreau created Djarin with a few inspirations in mind. Clint Eastwood’s Man with No Name from the spaghetti westerns. The samurai films of Akira Kurosawa. And a dash of Han Solo’s roguish charm.

Din Djarin follows the strict code of the Children of the Watch or the “Followers of the Way.” He cannot remove his helmet in front of another being. He broke this rule, revealing his face to Grogu. He later cleansed himself in the Living Waters beneath the Mines of Mandalore, restoring his honor.

In the Season 3 finale, Djarin formally adopts Grogu so he can become a Mandalorian apprentice, and the Armorer christens him with a new name in the Living Waters of Mandalore: Din Grogu.

Three Actors, One Mandalorian

Since Din Djarin spends most of his screen time in a full helmet, bringing the character to life is a three-person job. Pedro Pascal provides the voice and plays the character in scenes where Din’s face is visible.

Actor Brendan Wayne handles the bulk of the in-suit performance, carrying the character’s physicality and body language through most scenes. And stunt performer Lateef Crowder takes over for hand-to-hand combat and action sequences.

Wayne is the grandson of Western legend John Wayne, and that heritage shows in how he moves. He’s the one responsible for Djarin’s signature gunslinger posture and helped design aspects of the armor based on where weapons would be most accessible. He was brought in by Favreau after working with him on Cowboys & Aliens and he didn’t even know what project he was auditioning for when he first tried on the suit. In an interview with Vulture, Wayne recalled thinking he was playing Boba Fett.

Crowder is a Brazilian-American stuntman who specializes in capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art, along with jujutsu and other disciplines. His challenge is making the Mandalorian’s combat feel grounded and earned rather than too effortless. He’s worked on films like Wonder Woman and Captain America: Civil War, and he and Pascal actually worked together previously on Kingsman: The Golden Circle.

The three actors collaborate closely. Pascal prerecords his vocal performance and Wayne and Crowder tailor their physical work to match. Pascal introduced them both on stage at Star Wars Celebration 2022 and has been open about how much they bring to the role.

“They do the heavy lifting,” Pascal told Entertainment Weekly in 2022. By Season 3, both Wayne and Crowder were credited as co-leads in the episode credits, highlighting what they bring to the role.

From the Child to Baby Yoda to Grogu

At the beginning of the series, Grogu is a 50-year-old infant, the same unnamed species as Yoda. He is brought to life through advanced animatronics and puppetry.

Legacy Effects created the primary puppet, which reportedly cost around $5 million. While CGI is used in post-production to refine certain shots, smoothing movements or removing puppeteering rigs, most of what appears on screen is the practical puppet photographed in camera.

On set, Grogu functions more like a small ensemble performance than a single “actor.” The main animatronic puppet is typically controlled by at least two technicians, with one operator dedicated to the eyes and mouth and another responsible for other facial expressions, blinks, and head tilts.

Additional puppeteers coordinate body movement and gestures. Like an orchestra, this multi-person coordination gives Baby Yoda his distinctive physical presence and allows the live‑action cast to interact with him directly rather than reacting to an empty mark.

What to Watch Before the Movie

The Mandalorian and Grogu is designed to stand on its own. Casual Star Wars fans who love Baby Yoda or have only seen some of the series should be able to follow along without rewatching anything.

But a rewatch can make the experience richer. The Mandalorian ran for three seasons and 24 episodes on Disney+, each about 30 to 45 minutes. It’s a quick binge if you’ve got the time. If you don’t, the nine episodes below tell the story that matters most heading into the movie.

All of these episodes are streaming on Disney+.

Chapter 1 “The Mandalorian”

Din Djarin accepts a mysterious bounty from an Imperial client and tracks his target to a remote planet. The job seems routine until he discovers his target is a 50-year-old infant, the Child.

Chapter 3 “The Sin”

Din delivers the Child to the Imperials and collects his beskar payment. But his conscience won’t let it rest. He goes back, fights his way through Imperial forces, and rescues the Child. His fellow Mandalorians sacrifice the secrecy of their hidden covert to cover his escape, and from this point on, Din is on the run with the Child.

Chapter 7 “The Reckoning”

Din returns to Nevarro with allies to confront the Imperial Client who originally hired him. The stakes escalate fast. This is the first time the series pulls its scattered characters together for a shared mission.

Chapter 8 “Redemption”

In the Season One finale, IG-11 sacrifices himself so Din and Baby Yoda can escape. The Armorer declares Din and the Child a “clan of two,” brands Din with the Mudhorn signet, and tasks him with returning the Child to the Jedi. The final shot of the episode reveals Moff Gideon wielding the Darksaber, an ancient Mandalorian weapon.

Chapter 14 “The Tragedy”

Din brings Grogu to the ancient Jedi temple on Tython so the Child can reach out through the Force and find a Jedi willing to train him. Grogu connects, but Moff Gideon’s forces arrive before they can leave. The Razor Crest, Din’s ship since the start of the series, is destroyed. Grogu is captured by Gideon’s Dark Troopers. And Boba Fett shows up to join Din’s fight.

Chapter 16 “The Rescue”

In the Season Two finale, Din leads a team including Bo-Katan Kryze, Boba Fett, and Fennec Shand to assault Moff Gideon’s light cruiser and rescue Grogu. Din defeats Gideon in combat and accidentally wins the Darksaber. Then Luke Skywalker arrives in an X-wing, cuts through the Dark Troopers, and offers to train Grogu. Din removes his helmet so Grogu can see his face for the first time, and the two say goodbye.

Chapter 20 “The Foundling”

Flashing back to the fall of the Galactic Republic, we see Grogu’s escape from the Jedi Temple during Order 66. Jedi Master Kelleran Beq, played by Ahmed Best, fights off clone troopers to get Grogu to safety. They flee Coruscant on a Naboo ship with help from sympathetic Naboo Royal Guards. It fills in a mystery that fans had been wondering about since Season One.

Chapter 23 “The Spies”

The Mandalorians return to their devastated homeworld to reclaim it, but discover Moff Gideon has been operating a secret base on the planet. He escaped New Republic custody and has equipped his forces with beskar armor and jetpacks. The episode ends with an ambush, the death of Paz Vizsla, and Din captured behind enemy lines.

Chapter 24 “The Return”

In the Season Three finale, the Mandalorian escapes and destroys Gideon’s secret cloning operation. Bo-Katan, Din, and Grogu team up to defeat Gideon in a final confrontation where the Darksaber is destroyed. Grogu uses the Force to shield Djarin and Bo-Katan from the explosion. In the aftermath, Bo-Katan takes her place as ruler of the reunited Mandalorians. Mando formally adopts Grogu, who is christened Din Grogu, Mandalorian apprentice. The season ends with father and son settling into a quiet life on Nevarro, taking jobs for the New Republic.

Other Shows and Media That Relate to The Mandalorian and Grogu

The nine episodes above cover the core story. If you want more context for characters and storylines that appear in the movie, these are worth checking out.

The Book of Boba Fett (2021) Chapters 5, 6, and 7

Din Djarin and Grogu appear in the final three episodes of The Book of Boba Fett, with some fans calling it The Mandalorian Season 2.5. Chapters 5, 6, and 7 bridge the gap between Season 2 and Season 3. Djarin is banished from the Children of the Watch, Grogu chooses to leave Luke’s Jedi training, and the two reunite. Without these episodes, the jump to Season 3 can feel disorienting.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)

Rotta the Hutt is first introduced in the 2008 Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated film. The story follows Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano on a mission to rescue baby Rotta, so it doubles as an Ahsoka origin story and an introduction to the Hutt crime family.

Canonically, Ahsoka Tano is on the extragalactic planet Peridea at the time The Mandalorian movie takes place. While a flashback or credit scene with Ahsoka is possible, it seems unlikely she will play a role in the main narrative. However, The Clone Wars film and the subsequent series focus heavily on her character.

The Clone Wars (2008 – 2014, 2020)

The Clone Wars animated series introduces the Kyuzo bounty hunter Embo, who will appear in the film.

Embo first appears in Season Two, Episode 17 “Bounty Hunters” and later plays a significant role in Season Six, Episode 5 “An Old Friend.” In total, he appears in eight episodes in the series. He’s known for his wide-brimmed hat, which he uses as both a weapon and a shield, and his pet anooba named Marrok.

Bo-Katan is not confirmed for The Mandalorian and Grogu, but The Clone Wars also introduces her character. The series also includes a lot of Mandalorian lore.

Here are the important episodes related to Embo, Bo-Katan, and the Mandalorians:

• The Clone Wars Season 2 Episode 12 “The Mandalore Plot”
• The Clone Wars Season 2 Episode 13 “Voyage of Temptation”
• The Clone Wars Season 2 Episode 14 “Duchess of Mandalore”
• The Clone Wars Season 2 Episode 17 “Bounty Hunters”
• The Clone Wars Season 4 Episode 14 “A Friend in Need”
• The Clone Wars Season 5 Episode 14 “Eminence”
• The Clone Wars Season 5 Episode 15 “Shades of Reason”
• The Clone Wars Season 5 Episode 16 “The Lawless”
• The Clone Wars Season 6 Episode 5 “An Old Friend”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 7 “Dangerous Debt”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 8 “Together Again”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 9 “Old Friends Not Forgotten”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 10 “The Phantom Apprentice”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 11 “Shattered”
• The Clone Wars Season 7 Episode 12 “Victory and Death”

For more details about these episodes, review our Bo-Katan watch list and what to watch before The Mandalorian.

Star Wars Rebels (2014 – 2018)

Star Wars Rebels on Disney+ introduces Zeb Orrelios, who is confirmed to return in the movie. It also features extensive Mandalorian storylines in its later seasons, including the Darksaber and the Mandalorian civil wars.

• Rebels Short #3 “Entanglement”
• Rebels Season 1 Episode 3 “Droids in Distress”
• Rebels Season 1 Episode 4 “Fighter Flight”
• Rebels Season 2 Episode 10 “The Future of the Force”
• Rebels Season 2 Episode 14 “Legends of the Lasat”
• Rebels Season 2 Episode 17 “The Honorable Ones”
• Rebels Season 3 Episode 11 “Visions and Voices”
• Rebels Season 3 Episode 14 “Warhead”
• Rebels Season 3 Episode 15 “Trials of the Darksaber”
• Rebels Season 3 Episode 16 “Legacy of Mandalore”
• Rebels Season 4 Episode 1 “Heroes of Mandalore, Part 1”
• Rebels Season 4 Episode 2 “Heroes of Mandalore, Part 2”

“Droids in Distress” offers the best introduction to Zeb. “Trials of the Darksaber,” “Legacy of Mandalore,” and the two parts of “Heroes of Mandalore” focus on the Darksaber and the Mandalorians.

The Book of Boba Fett (2021 – 2022)

As mentioned above, the final three episodes of The Book of Boba Fett feature Din Djarin and Grogu. However, the entire series is set during the Mandoverse.

The series focuses on Boba Fett, but it introduces the Hutt twins that will appear in The Mandalorian and Grogu. They appear briefly in “Chapter 2: The Tribes of Tatooine” and “Chapter 3: The Streets of Mos Espa.”

 Star Wars: Ahsoka (2023 – present)

Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 1 deals with the return of Grand Admiral Thrawn, who’s shaping up to be a major threat in this era of Star Wars.

It connects to the narrative that The Mandalorian and Grogu and the larger Mandoverse is building toward.

The Mandalorian Season 4 is also still in development, with Favreau confirming all scripts are written, so there’s more of this story to come beyond the movie.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (2024 – 2025)

Skeleton Crew is set during the same time as The Mandalorian and features Vane, a Nikto pirate who previously appeared in the third season. It seems unlikely the series will directly relate to the new movie, but the pirates and places could appear in the film.

Listed as a mini-series, it’s unclear if another season of Skeleton Crew is in the works. However, characters or events from the series could relate to the film or The Mandalorian Season Four.

Jar Jar #1 (2026)

Released on February 11, 2026 and published by Marvel Comics, Jar Jar #1 is a comic one-shot featuring Jar Jar Binks and Jedi Master Kelleran Beq.

Both Binks and Beq are portrayed by Ahmed Best. Best co-wrote the comic with Marc Guggenheim with illustrations by Laura Braga, Kieran McKeown, and Michael Atiyeh.

The book reveals that Jar Jar and Jedi Master Beq had a secret alliance, helping to redeem his role in giving Chancellor Palpatine emergency powers in the final days of the Galactic Republic.

While the book does not feature Grogu, it provides background related to Jar Jar and Beq’s role in helping him survive Order 66.

The Spoiler-Free Essential The Mandalorian and Grogu Watch List

Haven’t seen The Mandalorian yet? Trying to stay spoiler-free for The Mandalorian and Grogu? Here is our essential watch list for the Din Djarin and Din Grogu sotry leading up to the new movie.

The Mandalorian is available on Disney+ and physical media.

• The Mandalorian Season One, Episode 1 “Chapter 1: The Mandalorian”
• The Mandalorian Season One, Episode 3 “Chapter 3: The Sin”
• The Mandalorian Season One, Episode 7 “Chapter 7: The Reckoning”
• The Mandalorian Season One, Episode 8 “Chapter 8: Redemption”
• The Mandalorian Season Two, Episode 6 “Chapter 14: The Tragedy”
• The Mandalorian Season Two, Episode 8 “Chapter 16: The Rescue”
• The Mandalorian Season Three, Episode 4 “Chapter 20: The Foundling”
• The Mandalorian Season Three, Episode 7 “Chapter 23: The Spies”
• The Mandalorian Season Three, Episode 8 “Chapter 24: The Return”