The Mandalorian and Grogu: Pedro Pascal Takes His Iconic Duo to the Silver Screen

The Mandalorian and Grogu: Pedro Pascal Takes His Iconic Duo to the Silver Screen

Pedro Pascal and Baby Yoda, better known as Grogu, join forces in an exciting Star Wars film adaptation of 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Follow their thrilling adventures as they navigate the galaxy, directed by a talented filmmaker Get ready for an epic cinematic experience coming soon! (349 characters)

Pedro Pascal, the beloved star of The Mandalorian, is set to bring the popular Star Wars series to the big screen. The 48-year-old actor will lead the film titled The Mandalorian and Grogu, a new chapter in the Star Wars universe. The feature film will expand upon the success of the television show, which has received acclaim and commercial success since its premiere in 2019. Created by Jon Favreau, Pascal's character, The Mandalorian, is a lone bounty hunter who risks everything to protect Grogu, also known as Baby Yoda, from the Imperial Forces.

The cast of the show includes Giancarlo Esposito from Breaking Bad as Moff Gideon, the main villain, director Werner Herzog as “The Client,” and comedian Amy Sedaris as Peli Motto. Other actors from previous Star Wars media have also appeared, such as Timothy Olyphant, Katee Sackhoff, Rosario Dawson, and Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker.

While it's uncertain where the film will fit into the television show’s three season timeline, with season four currently in development, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy expressed excitement for the project from Favreau and Ashoka creator Dave Filoni in a statement. "Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni have introduced two new and beloved characters into Star Wars, and this new story is a perfect fit for the big screen," Kennedy said.

The Mandalorian and Grogu will lead the upcoming Lucasfilm feature slate which will include three other Star Wars films.

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What Will ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Be About?

Currently, there is no defined storyline for the movie. However, the third season of The Mandalorian concluded with Pascal's character formally taking in Grogu, the adorable little green character, to become his apprentice.

Who Will Direct ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’?

Jon Favreau, the creator, will be directing the cinematic story of the Mandalorian and he is incredibly excited about it. "I have always enjoyed creating narratives within the expansive universe that George Lucas established," expressed Favreau in a press release. "The opportunity to showcase the Mandalorian and his apprentice Grogu on the big screen is truly thrilling."

The Mandalorian and Grogu: Pedro Pascal Takes His Iconic Duo to the Silver Screen

Pedro Pascal as the Mandalorian in THE MANDALORIAN Disney

Who Will Star in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’?

Pascal is set to return as the Mandalorian in the upcoming film, and there is a good chance that voice actor David Acord will also be back as Grogu. Depending on the storyline, it’s also a possibility that other cast members like Esposito and Sackhoff could be involved in the project.

The Mandalorian and Grogu: Pedro Pascal Takes His Iconic Duo to the Silver Screen

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When Does Filming Begin?

The Mandalorian and Grogu is set to begin filming later in 2024.

When Will The Mandalorian and Grogu Be Released?

While a release date isn’t yet set, the first date for an untitled Star Wars movie on the Disney release calendar is for May 22, 2026.