The Mandalorian and Grogu: Release Date & Cast

For the first time ever, Din Djarin and Grogu are heading to the big screen. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu hits US theaters on May 22, 2026 · and it's the first theatrical Star Wars film since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker. Here's everything you need to know before opening weekend.

When does The Mandalorian and Grogu come out?

The film opens Friday, May 22, 2026 in the United States, with both standard and IMAX showings on day one. International markets get it the same week · May 21 in much of Europe and the Middle East, May 22 in most of Asia and Latin America. Preview screenings (typically Thursday-night previews) are expected on May 21 in major US cities.

Is it in theaters or on Disney+?

This is a theatrical-exclusive release. Unlike previous Mando adventures, this one is not premiering on Disney+ · you'll have to go to a cinema. Disney has not announced a streaming date, but based on its typical theatrical-to-streaming windows, expect The Mandalorian and Grogu to hit Disney+ roughly 90–120 days after release, which would put it on the service around late August or September 2026.

Cast: who's in The Mandalorian and Grogu?

• Pedro Pascal returns as Din Djarin, the Mandalorian bounty hunter
• Grogu (a.k.a. "Baby Yoda") is back as his apprentice
• Sigourney Weaver joins the cast in a major new role tied to the New Republic
• Jeremy Allen White (The Bear) voices Rotta the Hutt, son of Jabba
• Jonny Coyne plays the film's Imperial warlord antagonist

What's the story?

Set in the post-Return of the Jedi era familiar from the Disney+ series, the film picks up after the events of The Mandalorian Season 3. The Empire has fallen, but scattered Imperial warlords still hold pockets of the galaxy. The fledgling New Republic recruits Din Djarin and Grogu to take on a mission only they can handle. Director Jon Favreau, who created the show, has said the film is designed to work as both a payoff for fans of the series and a complete entry point for newcomers · you don't need to have watched three seasons of TV to understand it.

Do I need to watch The Mandalorian series first?

No, but it helps. The film is built to be accessible · there's an opening sequence that fills in the essential history of who Din and Grogu are and why they're inseparable. That said, fans who've watched the show will catch deeper references: Bo-Katan's arc, the rebuilding of Mandalore, and the political reset of the New Republic era are all part of the backdrop.

Is it the start of a new trilogy?

Lucasfilm hasn't confirmed a trilogy, but president Kathleen Kennedy has called it the "first" Mandalorian film, strongly implying more are planned if it succeeds. With multiple Star Wars projects already lined up · including Starfighter with Ryan Gosling for 2027 · The Mandalorian and Grogu is the kickoff for a deliberate return to theatrical Star Wars.

Runtime and rating

The film is rated PG-13 and runs approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes, including credits. Stick around through the credits · Star Wars films traditionally do not include post-credits scenes, but Lucasfilm has not confirmed either way for this release.

Where to watch The Mandalorian seasons before the movie

All three seasons of The Mandalorian are streaming on Disney+, along with The Book of Boba Fett (which features a key Mando-and-Grogu reunion in episodes 5 and 6) and Ahsoka, which sets up the broader political situation. If you only have time for a quick refresher, jump to the Mandalorian Season 3 finale.

Frequently asked questions

What is the release date for The Mandalorian and Grogu?
May 22, 2026 in US theaters (May 21 in some international markets).

Will The Mandalorian and Grogu be on Disney+?
Eventually, yes · but not on day one. Expect it on Disney+ roughly 3–4 months after the theatrical release.

Is this canon to The Mandalorian TV show?
Yes. The film is fully canon and continues directly from the events of the Disney+ series.

Who is directing The Mandalorian and Grogu?
Jon Favreau, the creator of The Mandalorian series, with Dave Filoni as executive producer.

Is this the last Star Wars Mandalorian project?
No. Lucasfilm has indicated that the franchise will continue across both film and television, with more Mando-era stories planned.

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