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When is The Mandalorian and Grogu set on the Star Wars timeline?
The Mandalorian and Grogu film is set around 12-13 ABY, placing it within the 30-year gap between the original Star Wars trilogy and the sequel trilogy, during the era of the New Republic. This timeline allows for callbacks to the original movies and connections to characters from The Clone Wars and Rebels. The article also mentions future Star Wars projects like Ahsoka season 2 and a Dave Filoni-directed movie that will further explore this period.
The Mandalorian and Grogu Easter eggs and cameos: all the Star Wars references you might have missed
This guide details numerous Easter eggs and cameos found in The Mandalorian and Grogu, referencing characters and moments from across the Star Wars universe. It highlights appearances by Martin Scorsese as Hugo the chef, and cameos from Star Wars figures like Dave Filoni and Kathleen Kennedy, alongside numerous in-universe nods to previous films and shows.
Sinopsis The Mandalorian and Grogu, Baby Yoda Lintasi Galaksi
The Mandalorian and Grogu marks the return of the Star Wars franchise to the big screen, bringing cinematic elements to the popular Disney+ series. Pedro Pascal reprises his role as Din Djarin, teaming up with Grogu for a new galactic adventure. The film will follow their mission to disrupt the Shadow Council, a group of Imperial warlords aiming to bring back Grand Admiral Thrawn, and will involve rescuing Rotta the Hutt.
Cinematic Mode - The Mandalorian and Grogu hit the silver screen
The Mandalorian and Grogu marks Star Wars' return to the big screen, but the film is criticized for feeling like a truncated series rather than a cohesive cinematic experience. Despite direction from Jon Favreau and a plot involving Rotta the Hutt, the movie struggles with franchise fatigue and a lack of meaningful character development, ultimately failing to justify its theatrical release.
Fortnite's latest island lets you watch the first ten minutes of The Mandalorian and Grogu
Fortnite has launched a new in-game island in collaboration with Disney and Lucasfilm, offering players a ten-minute sneak peek of the upcoming movie The Mandalorian & Grogu. Created by Jon Favreau's Fairview Portals, the island features familiar Star Wars architecture and allows players to explore, complete quests, and participate in battles. Players can also unlock exclusive in-game rewards by engaging with the experience.
Obituary: Veteran voice actor Tom Kane has passed away at 64
Veteran voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation over three decades, has passed away at the age of 64. Kane had a prolific career, with notable roles in the Star Wars franchise, Grim Fandango, Final Fantasy XII, Wolfenstein, and Ghost of Tsushima. He retired from voice acting in 2021 following a stroke.
Cancelled Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake's voiced protagonist and naked robo-person bums bared in this reportedly leaked cinematic
Leaked footage from the cancelled Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake, originally developed by Aspyr, has surfaced. The cinematic reportedly features a voiced protagonist and placeholder character models. Development of the remake has been troubled, with Saber Interactive and Mad Head Games involved at different stages.
Dave Filoni considered making a live-action Ahsoka Tano film before the Disney Plus show
Lucasfilm co-president Dave Filoni revealed that he initially considered developing the Disney Plus series Ahsoka as a feature film. He stated that both film and television formats were ultimately necessary for the saga's storytelling.
Sigourney Weaver says her Mandalorian and Grogu character Colonel Ward is "the same generation as Princess Leia," and "it's really cool" to join the "ensemble" of Star Wars women
Sigourney Weaver discusses her role as Colonel Ward in the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu, noting her character is from the same generation as Princess Leia. Weaver expressed excitement about joining the ensemble of strong women in the Star Wars universe and detailed her character's mission to track down Imperial warlords. She also shared her thrilling experience piloting an X-wing in an action sequence for the film.
What to watch before The Mandalorian and Grogu: 4 Star Wars movies and 5 shows to prepare
This guide outlines essential Star Wars movies and shows to watch before the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu. It recommends viewing the original trilogy for context on the New Republic and the Empire, The Clone Wars movie for details on Rotta the Hutt, and specific seasons of The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett for Din Djarin and Grogu's backstory. Optional viewing includes episodes of The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and Ahsoka for characters appearing in the upcoming film.
BioWare had a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic and make it more KOTOR like, but EA's board of directors shut it down
Former BioWare lead designer James Ohlen revealed a plan to reboot Star Wars: The Old Republic into a more KOTOR-like experience called 'The New Republic'. Despite convincing Lucasfilm executives Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, as well as EA's Patrick Söderlund, the project was ultimately rejected by EA's board of directors due to concerns over the original game's high budget.
'It nearly killed me': Why studio head James Ohlen left sci-fi RPG Exodus mid-development—and why EA crushing his Star Wars: The Old Republic reboot was the 'beginning of the end' at BioWare
James Ohlen, a veteran designer behind Baldur's Gate 2 and Knights of the Old Republic, discusses his departure from Archetype Entertainment's RPG Exodus, citing the immense pressure of studio leadership. He also reflects on his time at BioWare, detailing how EA's rejection of his Star Wars: The New Republic reboot plan marked the 'beginning of the end' for his career there.
Ahsoka season 2 won't premiere until 2027, which makes 2026 the first year without a live-action Star Wars show in…
Ahsoka season 2 has been delayed and is now expected to premiere in early 2027, pushing back previous expectations of a 2026 release. This marks the first year since 2020 without a live-action Star Wars show. Upcoming projects include the animated Maul – Shadow Lord and the film The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Mortal Kombat Movie Writer Reveals The One Franchise He Wants To Work On Above All Others
Hollywood writer Jeremy Slater, known for Mortal Kombat, expressed his strong desire to work on the Star Wars franchise, calling it his 'white whale.' He has had discussions with Lucasfilm but is waiting for the right project to ensure he can do it justice. Slater also reflected on his past experiences with Fantastic Four and Moon Knight, highlighting the challenges of writer-director collaborations.
Jon Favreau isn't "exactly" sure why he was asked for The Mandalorian and Grogu to be the first Star Wars movie in 7 years, but he thinks there's an "opportunity" to bring in a "new audience"
Director Jon Favreau discusses the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu, which will mark the first Star Wars theatrical release in seven years. He believes the film presents an opportunity to attract a new audience to the franchise while also satisfying existing fans. The movie is set to release on May 22.
Star Wars: Starfighter reveals new synopsis teasing Ryan Gosling's pilot on a mission that "may alter the…
The official synopsis for the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter has appeared online, teasing a mission for a solitary pilot that could alter the future of the Force. This reveal comes just over a week before the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Dave Filoni gives Ahsoka season 2 update and says he's "not really worried" about rumor it will end with season 2 because he knows where the story "should tie up"
Dave Filoni provided an update on Ahsoka season 2, stating he is not concerned about rumors of the show ending after its second season. He expressed confidence in knowing how the story should conclude, following the cliffhanger ending of season 1 where Ahsoka and Sabine were stranded on Peridea while Thrawn and Ezra returned to the main galaxy.
Pedro Pascal says he originally didn't realize Jon Favreau wanted him to play The Mandalorian in the Star Wars…
Pedro Pascal revealed that he initially did not realize Jon Favreau intended for him to play the titular role in The Mandalorian. During a Q&A at a UK Fan Event, Pascal recounted how he asked about playing a droid or what voice was desired before being informed he was the Mandalorian.
Former Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy compares the "innovative" Mandalorian and Grogu director Jon…
Former Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy discussed the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu, comparing its potential for innovation to the original series. The movie's transition to theaters allows for a larger scale compared to its television origins.
Star Wars fans are seeing Obi-Wan in a new light after the Shadow Lord finale: "It really hit me just how powerful…
Following the season finale of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, fans are re-evaluating the power of Obi-Wan Kenobi, particularly in light of his past confrontations with Darth Vader. The article discusses the complex relationship and fighting styles between Obi-Wan and Anakin Skywalker, highlighting their training and eventual battles.
