When was The Mandalorian and Grogu film announced?
The studio announced The Mandalorian and Grogu in January 2024. Filming began in California by August 2024 and wrapped by December of that year.
The studio announced The Mandalorian and Grogu in January 2024. Filming began in California by August 2024 and wrapped by December of that year.
Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin, the titular Mandalorian whose face remains hidden behind a helmet throughout most scenes. Sigourney Weaver joins the cast as Colonel Ward, a leader of the Adelphi Rangers with a history as a Rebel Alliance pilot.
Principal photography began in June 2024 under the working title Thunder Alley across California. The production employed approximately 54 cast members and 3,500 background extras during the shoot.
The film is scheduled for release in the United States on the 22nd of May 2026. It will be available in IMAX format upon its debut.
Grogu is created using animatronics and puppetry techniques augmented with visual effects. An animatronic version of Grogu appeared on stage during the Star Wars Celebration Japan panel in April 2025.