Gina Carano says that the late Carl Weathers “was gentle and encouraging” and “didn’t want me to give up” after she was fired from the Star Wars series The Mandalorian nearly three years ago.
Weathers, a star of Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series and of course the Rocky films, died peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 1; he was 76.
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Lucasfilm severed ties with Carano...
Weathers, a star of Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series and of course the Rocky films, died peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 1; he was 76.
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Lucasfilm severed ties with Carano...
- 2/3/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
The rumors were true. All of them. Don’t expect The Mandalorian season 4 any time soon. Instead, we’re getting The Mandalorian & Grogu, a feature-length film to be directed by series creator Jon Favreau and that will be released in theaters. While Deadline reports that a fourth season of the series is “also in development,” the movie is being fast-tracked into production this year, according to a press release, which makes it unlikely we’ll see more of the show any time soon.
What this new film chapter may entail for the heroes is anyone’s guess, as Mando and Grogu seemed to finally settle down in a hut on Nevarro at the end of season 3. Have Grand Admiral Thrawn’s return and new problems on Mandalore forced the bounty hunter and his adopted Jedi son out of retirement? Lucasfilm ain’t saying just yet.
What the studio did make...
What this new film chapter may entail for the heroes is anyone’s guess, as Mando and Grogu seemed to finally settle down in a hut on Nevarro at the end of season 3. Have Grand Admiral Thrawn’s return and new problems on Mandalore forced the bounty hunter and his adopted Jedi son out of retirement? Lucasfilm ain’t saying just yet.
What the studio did make...
- 1/11/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
When The Mandalorian season 3 closed with one final, seemingly definitive shot of Din Djarin and Din Grogu enjoying a well-deserved rest on Nevarro, millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror. After all, the season 3 finale seemed to wrap up three seasons-worth of storylines quite nicely for our heroes.
With Mandalore reclaimed, the Darksaber no longer an issue, Din now Grogu’s official dad, and Moff Gideon apparently out of the picture — and with the season finale’s lack of a post-credit scene to set up the next big arc for our characters — some viewers understandably feared the worst for the future of the show. And it’s true, you could easily mistake the season 3 finale for a series finale, and a happy ending to boot, as the screen fades to black Looney Tunes-style.
Except we know it’s not the end for The Mandalorian!
When The Mandalorian season 3 closed with one final, seemingly definitive shot of Din Djarin and Din Grogu enjoying a well-deserved rest on Nevarro, millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror. After all, the season 3 finale seemed to wrap up three seasons-worth of storylines quite nicely for our heroes.
With Mandalore reclaimed, the Darksaber no longer an issue, Din now Grogu’s official dad, and Moff Gideon apparently out of the picture — and with the season finale’s lack of a post-credit scene to set up the next big arc for our characters — some viewers understandably feared the worst for the future of the show. And it’s true, you could easily mistake the season 3 finale for a series finale, and a happy ending to boot, as the screen fades to black Looney Tunes-style.
Except we know it’s not the end for The Mandalorian!
- 4/25/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
The Mandalorian season 3 finale, “The Return,” bucks a few of the series’ trends. Yes, the final boss is once again Moff Gideon, but this time, there’s no big cameo character coming to save the day just when all hope seems lost for the Mandalorians. Din, Grogu, and Bo-Katan have to defeat Gideon themselves. There’s also a surprising lack of easter eggs and callbacks, unless you wanna talk mouse droids or R5 having little jets just like R2 in Attack of the Clones. “The Return” just doesn’t deal in much nostalgia-bait, as reminiscent of Emperor Palpatine’s own plans Moff Gideon’s clone plot may seem.
Then there’s the biggest twist of all: the finale doesn’t have a post-credit scene. You can watch the end credits to the very end — and you should, a lot of talented people worked on this show!
The Mandalorian season 3 finale, “The Return,” bucks a few of the series’ trends. Yes, the final boss is once again Moff Gideon, but this time, there’s no big cameo character coming to save the day just when all hope seems lost for the Mandalorians. Din, Grogu, and Bo-Katan have to defeat Gideon themselves. There’s also a surprising lack of easter eggs and callbacks, unless you wanna talk mouse droids or R5 having little jets just like R2 in Attack of the Clones. “The Return” just doesn’t deal in much nostalgia-bait, as reminiscent of Emperor Palpatine’s own plans Moff Gideon’s clone plot may seem.
Then there’s the biggest twist of all: the finale doesn’t have a post-credit scene. You can watch the end credits to the very end — and you should, a lot of talented people worked on this show!
- 4/19/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
Things looked very grim for Din Djarin, Grogu, and Bo-Katan at the start of The Mandalorian season 3. Ambushed by Moff Gideon and the Empire on Mandalore and now on the run on their own home turf, our brave Mandalorians seemed headed for a tragedy in “The Return.” Some fans even predicted Chapter 24 might be the end of the line for our pal Din Djarin. Of course, none of this turned out to be the case!
In what turned out to be an action-packed but heartwarming conclusion to this season’s major storylines, Din, Bo, and Grogu team up to save the day and reclaim Mandalore for their people. It even seems like they’ve taken Gideon down for good this time (although the Imperial baddie always finds a way to pop up again). By the final scene of the episode, Bo-Katan has...
Things looked very grim for Din Djarin, Grogu, and Bo-Katan at the start of The Mandalorian season 3. Ambushed by Moff Gideon and the Empire on Mandalore and now on the run on their own home turf, our brave Mandalorians seemed headed for a tragedy in “The Return.” Some fans even predicted Chapter 24 might be the end of the line for our pal Din Djarin. Of course, none of this turned out to be the case!
In what turned out to be an action-packed but heartwarming conclusion to this season’s major storylines, Din, Bo, and Grogu team up to save the day and reclaim Mandalore for their people. It even seems like they’ve taken Gideon down for good this time (although the Imperial baddie always finds a way to pop up again). By the final scene of the episode, Bo-Katan has...
- 4/19/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This article contains The Mandalorian finale spoilers
The Mandalorian Season 3 has been a mixed bag for some Star Wars fans, and a lore-filled treat for others. After Lucasfilm’s star players decided to wrap up the threads of Season 2 in their much less well received Mandalorian spinoff The Book of Boba Fett last year, many viewers weren’t really sure what Season 3 would be about and, some way into Season 3, they still weren’t completely sure.
Was this about the disturbing nature of the New Republic? Bo-Katan (Katee Sackoff) replacing Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) as the show’s titular Mandalorian? Wee Grogu entering his stubborn toddler era? Moff Gideon’s inevitable return? A rot at the heart of Mando’s deeply religious clan? Maybe it was ambitious enough to be all of that and more, but the way it played out was notably lacking in the kind of momentum that the previous two seasons boasted.
The Mandalorian Season 3 has been a mixed bag for some Star Wars fans, and a lore-filled treat for others. After Lucasfilm’s star players decided to wrap up the threads of Season 2 in their much less well received Mandalorian spinoff The Book of Boba Fett last year, many viewers weren’t really sure what Season 3 would be about and, some way into Season 3, they still weren’t completely sure.
Was this about the disturbing nature of the New Republic? Bo-Katan (Katee Sackoff) replacing Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) as the show’s titular Mandalorian? Wee Grogu entering his stubborn toddler era? Moff Gideon’s inevitable return? A rot at the heart of Mando’s deeply religious clan? Maybe it was ambitious enough to be all of that and more, but the way it played out was notably lacking in the kind of momentum that the previous two seasons boasted.
- 4/19/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, Episode 7: Recap & Ending, Explained: Who Are The Soldiers In Red Armor?
The penultimate episode of Disney’s “The Mandalorian” premiered today, and unlike most episodes, it ended on a tragic note. The last we saw of the team of Din Djarin and Bo-Katan, he surrendered the Darksaber to her on the planet Plazir-15, and she took on the role of leader of the Mandalorians who had turned mercenary. This week, the entire united front of Mandalorians heads to their home planet of Mandalore to find out if the planet can be habitable but is faced with a vicious enemy there. Here’s what happens in episode 7 of “The Mandalorian.”
In the ecumenopolis of Coruscant, Empire loyalist Elia Kang walks into a shady alley and uses a droid to contact Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito), who’s alive and well. She informs Gideon that the pirates had trouble in Nevarro and explains that it wasn’t the New Republic who helped the planet,...
In the ecumenopolis of Coruscant, Empire loyalist Elia Kang walks into a shady alley and uses a droid to contact Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito), who’s alive and well. She informs Gideon that the pirates had trouble in Nevarro and explains that it wasn’t the New Republic who helped the planet,...
- 4/12/2023
- by Indrayudh Talukdar
- Film Fugitives
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian review contains spoilers.
The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 7: Chapter 23
The Mandalorian has really outdone itself with season 3’s penultimate episode, “The Spies.” It’s hands-down one of the best, most thrilling episodes in the Star Wars series thus far, with kickass action, poignant character moments, and a high-stakes energy that permeates from beginning to end.
The episode opens with Elia Kane checking in with Moff Gideon in a Coruscant alleyway via an Imperial Probe Droid (a pleasant pop of nostalgia), in a short scene that will probably go forgotten by many but deserves a shoutout for its gritty Blade Runner vibes. Then, we get the Shadow Council scene, which is worth the price of admission alone.
For goodness sake, this scene is jam-packed with so much drool-inducing setup for the future of the Mandoverse it’s ridiculous. Captain Pellaeon (a big Legends blast from the past!
The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 7: Chapter 23
The Mandalorian has really outdone itself with season 3’s penultimate episode, “The Spies.” It’s hands-down one of the best, most thrilling episodes in the Star Wars series thus far, with kickass action, poignant character moments, and a high-stakes energy that permeates from beginning to end.
The episode opens with Elia Kane checking in with Moff Gideon in a Coruscant alleyway via an Imperial Probe Droid (a pleasant pop of nostalgia), in a short scene that will probably go forgotten by many but deserves a shoutout for its gritty Blade Runner vibes. Then, we get the Shadow Council scene, which is worth the price of admission alone.
For goodness sake, this scene is jam-packed with so much drool-inducing setup for the future of the Mandoverse it’s ridiculous. Captain Pellaeon (a big Legends blast from the past!
- 4/12/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Star Wars has always pulled influences from many places, including old serials, "Dune," and several of Japanese director Akira Kurosawa's films. Because of this, Star Wars is both a specific vision and also a world that is recognizable everywhere. In more recent years, anime has deeply impacted the franchise far, far away and taken it towards new heights.
Whether it's "The Clone Wars" or even "Star Wars: Visions," the franchise has looked towards Japanese anime for aesthetic inspiration. But it wasn't until this year that we finally got a canonical display of one of the biggest and most iconic aspects of anime: mecha suits.
In the latest episode of "The Mandalorian," we finally see someone realize that Grogu can't just stay seated in his little stroller all day long -- particularly not during big battles. He needs mobility and a fighting chance beyond his force abilities, so what do...
Whether it's "The Clone Wars" or even "Star Wars: Visions," the franchise has looked towards Japanese anime for aesthetic inspiration. But it wasn't until this year that we finally got a canonical display of one of the biggest and most iconic aspects of anime: mecha suits.
In the latest episode of "The Mandalorian," we finally see someone realize that Grogu can't just stay seated in his little stroller all day long -- particularly not during big battles. He needs mobility and a fighting chance beyond his force abilities, so what do...
- 4/12/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" Chapter 23 - "The Spies"
In episode after episode of "The Mandalorian," characters come and go, and sometimes they die. Sometimes those sacrifices mean a lot and sometimes they're almost played for a laugh. But the major death at the end of this episode was definitely not played for a laugh; it had a gravitas to it that was almost unexpected when you consider the origins of the character. But this loss has been building through this entire season and even back into "The Book of Boba Fett," and it's now time to honor one of the great unsung heroes of "The Mandalorian": Paz Vizsla.
Paz Vizsla's Development
Over the course of three seasons of "The Mandalorian" and his small but vital appearance in "The Book of Boba Fett," Paz Vizsla (voiced by series creatorJon Favreau) has become an important character...
In episode after episode of "The Mandalorian," characters come and go, and sometimes they die. Sometimes those sacrifices mean a lot and sometimes they're almost played for a laugh. But the major death at the end of this episode was definitely not played for a laugh; it had a gravitas to it that was almost unexpected when you consider the origins of the character. But this loss has been building through this entire season and even back into "The Book of Boba Fett," and it's now time to honor one of the great unsung heroes of "The Mandalorian": Paz Vizsla.
Paz Vizsla's Development
Over the course of three seasons of "The Mandalorian" and his small but vital appearance in "The Book of Boba Fett," Paz Vizsla (voiced by series creatorJon Favreau) has become an important character...
- 4/12/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Spoilers follow for "The Mandalorian" Chapter 23 - "The Spies."
The neon-lit underworld of Coruscant is where the new episode of "The Mandalorian" begins. A shadowy figure in a trenchcoat walks through the alleys until we see who it is. Elia Kane (Katy M. O'Brien), the "former" Imperial who sold out Dr. Pershing in the third episode of the season, and then convinced the New Republic to withhold help for Nevarro, turns a corner to see an Imperial probe droid. It puts her in contact with none other than Moff Gideon, who is angry at her for allowing Nevarro to be rescued by the Mandalorians, since Gorian Shard's attack was one of his machinations as well. He tells her to get back to work and goes to the Imperial Shadow Council, warlords and Imperials who are working to bring about the glory of the Empire in the era of the New Republic.
The neon-lit underworld of Coruscant is where the new episode of "The Mandalorian" begins. A shadowy figure in a trenchcoat walks through the alleys until we see who it is. Elia Kane (Katy M. O'Brien), the "former" Imperial who sold out Dr. Pershing in the third episode of the season, and then convinced the New Republic to withhold help for Nevarro, turns a corner to see an Imperial probe droid. It puts her in contact with none other than Moff Gideon, who is angry at her for allowing Nevarro to be rescued by the Mandalorians, since Gorian Shard's attack was one of his machinations as well. He tells her to get back to work and goes to the Imperial Shadow Council, warlords and Imperials who are working to bring about the glory of the Empire in the era of the New Republic.
- 4/12/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Season 3 of The Mandalorian is treating fans to several exciting Easter eggs and nods to the wider Star Wars universe. One particular Easter egg in Episode 5, “Chapter 21: The Pirate,” harks back to Return of the Jedi and features a creature that many fans will recognize.
Pedro Pascal attends an event for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3. I Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney A familiar ‘Star Wars’ creature helps the Mandalorians during the battle with pirates on Nevarro
In The Mandalorian Season 3 episode, “The Pirate,” Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) convinces his tribe of Mandalorians to help defend Nevarro against the Pirate King Gorian Shard’s (Nonso Anozie) forces. With the promise of new land and homes, the bounty hunters team up to take down the pirates.
During the battle, a creature in the trees — a group of whom were shot at for fun by Gorian Shard’s henchmen in the first...
Pedro Pascal attends an event for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3. I Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney A familiar ‘Star Wars’ creature helps the Mandalorians during the battle with pirates on Nevarro
In The Mandalorian Season 3 episode, “The Pirate,” Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) convinces his tribe of Mandalorians to help defend Nevarro against the Pirate King Gorian Shard’s (Nonso Anozie) forces. With the promise of new land and homes, the bounty hunters team up to take down the pirates.
During the battle, a creature in the trees — a group of whom were shot at for fun by Gorian Shard’s henchmen in the first...
- 4/11/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
While opinions might be split on The Mandalorian season 3, at least fans can almost unanimously agree that “Guns for Hire” is the most Star Wars-y episode of television to ever grace the galaxy far, far away. It had a bit of everything: cameos from Jack Black and Lizzo, a villainous turn from Back to the Future’s Christopher Lloyd, a Romeo & Juliet romance between fish people, faux-politics, a climactic duel, and even a twist on the classic cantina – this time, just for droids.
However, this colorful outing from returning director Bryce Dallas Howard also does a disservice to Din Djarin. In fact, the character takes a major step backwards in “Guns for Hire,” ditching two and a half seasons worth of character development while trying to solve a mystery with Bo-Katan on Plazir-15. During the investigation, Din seems to forget everything...
While opinions might be split on The Mandalorian season 3, at least fans can almost unanimously agree that “Guns for Hire” is the most Star Wars-y episode of television to ever grace the galaxy far, far away. It had a bit of everything: cameos from Jack Black and Lizzo, a villainous turn from Back to the Future’s Christopher Lloyd, a Romeo & Juliet romance between fish people, faux-politics, a climactic duel, and even a twist on the classic cantina – this time, just for droids.
However, this colorful outing from returning director Bryce Dallas Howard also does a disservice to Din Djarin. In fact, the character takes a major step backwards in “Guns for Hire,” ditching two and a half seasons worth of character development while trying to solve a mystery with Bo-Katan on Plazir-15. During the investigation, Din seems to forget everything...
- 4/7/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
In the climactic scene of "The Mandalorian" season 3, episode 3, "The Convert" -- a "Brazil"-influenced, Coruscant-set cautionary tale about the machines of power and the stubbornness of evil -- poor Dr. Penn Pershing has been betrayed, while acting with good intentions. Now he's strapped to a table, about to be brainwashed by a feared former Imperial tool called the "mind flayer." In the depths of his terror and despair, he pleads for mercy with the Mon Calamari doctor, telling him: "It was a trap!"
You know, like Admiral Ackbar? Remember when Admiral Ackbar said "it's a trap!" in "Return of the Jedi"? And people liked that line, and when internet memes were invented it became a meme? It's just like the meme, except now someone is saying it to a Mon Calamari character instead? Isn't that funn-- Oh, Dr. Pershing just got his brain fried.
The latest chapter of "The Mandalorian,...
You know, like Admiral Ackbar? Remember when Admiral Ackbar said "it's a trap!" in "Return of the Jedi"? And people liked that line, and when internet memes were invented it became a meme? It's just like the meme, except now someone is saying it to a Mon Calamari character instead? Isn't that funn-- Oh, Dr. Pershing just got his brain fried.
The latest chapter of "The Mandalorian,...
- 3/30/2023
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
The Mandalorian season 3 kicks things into high gear with “The Pirate.” Gorian Shard wants to take Nevarro for himself but seriously underestimates Greef Karga’s connections. When Din, Bo-Katan, and the rest of the Mandalorians show up to kick the pirates out of town, all hell breaks loose in the skies above the city as well as on the ground. The Armorer smashes a few faces in with her hammer while Paz lays down the law with his gatling blaster, with air support from Din and Bo. By the end of the episode, Gorian has nowhere to go but down.
Unsurprisingly, the lead up and the battle itself cue up quite a few callbacks and references to other Star Wars stories, including a few cameos that should get fans excited for the future of the Mandoverse! Here are all the easter eggs...
The Mandalorian season 3 kicks things into high gear with “The Pirate.” Gorian Shard wants to take Nevarro for himself but seriously underestimates Greef Karga’s connections. When Din, Bo-Katan, and the rest of the Mandalorians show up to kick the pirates out of town, all hell breaks loose in the skies above the city as well as on the ground. The Armorer smashes a few faces in with her hammer while Paz lays down the law with his gatling blaster, with air support from Din and Bo. By the end of the episode, Gorian has nowhere to go but down.
Unsurprisingly, the lead up and the battle itself cue up quite a few callbacks and references to other Star Wars stories, including a few cameos that should get fans excited for the future of the Mandoverse! Here are all the easter eggs...
- 3/29/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian.
The Mandoverse is expanding further in 2023. While last year’s The Book of Boba Fett fleshed out the post-Return of the Jedi story of the infamous bounty hunter and his quest to rule Mos Espa, two more shows will take this corner of the Star Wars universe to new territory. There’s Jon Watts’ Skeleton Crew, which will see Jude Law leading a group of teens on an epic adventure inspired by ’80s Amblin films. Then there’s Ahsoka, which picks up the story of not just the beloved Jedi warrior but all her friends from the Rebels animated series. We know Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger are all involved in the quest to find Grand Admiral Thrawn, but there’s one name that until this moment had been left out: the grumpy Lasat rebel fighter Zeb Orrelios. What’s he been up to?...
The Mandoverse is expanding further in 2023. While last year’s The Book of Boba Fett fleshed out the post-Return of the Jedi story of the infamous bounty hunter and his quest to rule Mos Espa, two more shows will take this corner of the Star Wars universe to new territory. There’s Jon Watts’ Skeleton Crew, which will see Jude Law leading a group of teens on an epic adventure inspired by ’80s Amblin films. Then there’s Ahsoka, which picks up the story of not just the beloved Jedi warrior but all her friends from the Rebels animated series. We know Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger are all involved in the quest to find Grand Admiral Thrawn, but there’s one name that until this moment had been left out: the grumpy Lasat rebel fighter Zeb Orrelios. What’s he been up to?...
- 3/29/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Disney+ brought us the newest episode of “The Mandalorian” today, and multiple storylines were connected in this week’s episode. The episode drew from almost all the previous episodes of this season as the independent planet of Nevarro came under fire from the Pirate King Gorian Shard, whose men Greef Karga and Mando had killed in Episode 1. As Mando and the rest of his tribe are tasked with saving a friend in need, Grogu takes a backseat this week as his adoptive dad goes to work. The ending raises quite a few questions, including the burning issue of what became of Moff Gideon. Here’s what happened in this week’s episode:
Spoilers Ahead
Nevarro Under Attack
High magistrate Greef Karga’s planet Nevarro is by now a booming trade capital that only keeps growing in size, and as Karga is discussing future prospects to improve the conditions, there’s...
Spoilers Ahead
Nevarro Under Attack
High magistrate Greef Karga’s planet Nevarro is by now a booming trade capital that only keeps growing in size, and as Karga is discussing future prospects to improve the conditions, there’s...
- 3/29/2023
- by Indrayudh Talukdar
- Film Fugitives
The Mandalorian this week was all about pesky pirates, in an action-packed episode that led to the reveal that someone sporting Beskar has apparently done a very, very bad thing.
Coming out of a “Previously On” that very much tipped its hand, Season 3, Episode 5 — titled “The Pirate” — found Gorian Shard’s cruiser hovering above Nevarro, before unleashing holy hell on the built-up town below. High Magistrate Greef Karga scrambled to get a message to Carson Teva at the New Republic’s Adelphi base, before leading his people to relative safety at the lava flats on the outskirts of town. Teva...
Coming out of a “Previously On” that very much tipped its hand, Season 3, Episode 5 — titled “The Pirate” — found Gorian Shard’s cruiser hovering above Nevarro, before unleashing holy hell on the built-up town below. High Magistrate Greef Karga scrambled to get a message to Carson Teva at the New Republic’s Adelphi base, before leading his people to relative safety at the lava flats on the outskirts of town. Teva...
- 3/29/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
This Star Wars: The Mandalorian article contains spoilers.
The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 5: Chapter 21
Sometimes, you just want to see a good ol’ Star War. Episode 5 of The Mandalorian’s third season is meat-and-potatoes Star Wars goodness served up on a shiny platter, and man, that original recipe still hits. The skirmish for Nevarro delivers everything you’d want from a classic, good versus evil Star Wars battle, and the season’s larger story develops in tantalizing ways in the background, making this one of the best, most robust episodes of the series yet.
The fight over control of Nevarro between Gorian Shard and his pirates and Greef Karga and his people is simple to understand and pretty effective here, thanks to a rock-solid performance by Carl Weathers and some cursory backstory that makes the issue between the former associates feel at least a little personal. It would have been...
The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode 5: Chapter 21
Sometimes, you just want to see a good ol’ Star War. Episode 5 of The Mandalorian’s third season is meat-and-potatoes Star Wars goodness served up on a shiny platter, and man, that original recipe still hits. The skirmish for Nevarro delivers everything you’d want from a classic, good versus evil Star Wars battle, and the season’s larger story develops in tantalizing ways in the background, making this one of the best, most robust episodes of the series yet.
The fight over control of Nevarro between Gorian Shard and his pirates and Greef Karga and his people is simple to understand and pretty effective here, thanks to a rock-solid performance by Carl Weathers and some cursory backstory that makes the issue between the former associates feel at least a little personal. It would have been...
- 3/29/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Post Contains spoilers for this week’s episode of The Mandalorian, “The Pirate.”
The Mandalorian is a show that likes to keep things simple whenever possible. And it’s hard to imagine a more fundamentally simple story than “heroes rescue community under siege by pirates.” It’s a framework the show has used very successfully in the past, going all the way back to Mando and Cara Dune’s initial team-up early in Season One. In many ways, “The Pirate” leans hard into this kind of straightforward, classical adventure structure.
The Mandalorian is a show that likes to keep things simple whenever possible. And it’s hard to imagine a more fundamentally simple story than “heroes rescue community under siege by pirates.” It’s a framework the show has used very successfully in the past, going all the way back to Mando and Cara Dune’s initial team-up early in Season One. In many ways, “The Pirate” leans hard into this kind of straightforward, classical adventure structure.
- 3/29/2023
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
Spoilers for "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" follow.
The hyper-chickens come home to roost in the latest episode of "The Mandalorian." The twenty-first chapter is called "The Pirate" and brings Gorian Shard back to the forefront of trouble for the people of Nevarro. The episode begins with Greef Karga (Carl Weathers) doing some serious city planning with city engineers, pleasing NUMTOTs the world over by including rail in his plans to make the city better and move cargo around. But that's when Gorian Shard returns to Nevarro to threaten Greef and the planet. Greef tries to bluff him, insisting the New Republic might help, but Gorian Shard knows better. For the insolence shown to his men the last time they visited the planet, Gorian Shard opens fire, laying waste to the city Greef Karga has worked to make safe and respectable. As he's evacuating the citizens to safety, Greef Karga dispatches...
The hyper-chickens come home to roost in the latest episode of "The Mandalorian." The twenty-first chapter is called "The Pirate" and brings Gorian Shard back to the forefront of trouble for the people of Nevarro. The episode begins with Greef Karga (Carl Weathers) doing some serious city planning with city engineers, pleasing NUMTOTs the world over by including rail in his plans to make the city better and move cargo around. But that's when Gorian Shard returns to Nevarro to threaten Greef and the planet. Greef tries to bluff him, insisting the New Republic might help, but Gorian Shard knows better. For the insolence shown to his men the last time they visited the planet, Gorian Shard opens fire, laying waste to the city Greef Karga has worked to make safe and respectable. As he's evacuating the citizens to safety, Greef Karga dispatches...
- 3/29/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for season 3, episode 5 of "The Mandalorian," "The Pirate."
The plot thickens in the latest episode of "The Mandalorian," where we witness Din Djarin's (Pedro Pascal) Mando covertly aiding Nevarro against a pirate attack and a massive setup for Bo-Katan (Katee Sackhoff) to finally retake Mandalore. A lot went down in the final 20 minutes of "The Pirate," including an especially charged scene between Bo and The Armorer (Emily Swallow), where the latter asks her to remove her helmet as she "walks both worlds," making her an exception to the strict no helmet rule that The Children of the Watch are so religiously devoted to.
Additionally, the episode ends with a rather shocking twist: Captain Carson Teva (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee) discovers that Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito) never made it to trial as he was extracted from the ship that was supposed to carry out the transfer. On scanning...
The plot thickens in the latest episode of "The Mandalorian," where we witness Din Djarin's (Pedro Pascal) Mando covertly aiding Nevarro against a pirate attack and a massive setup for Bo-Katan (Katee Sackhoff) to finally retake Mandalore. A lot went down in the final 20 minutes of "The Pirate," including an especially charged scene between Bo and The Armorer (Emily Swallow), where the latter asks her to remove her helmet as she "walks both worlds," making her an exception to the strict no helmet rule that The Children of the Watch are so religiously devoted to.
Additionally, the episode ends with a rather shocking twist: Captain Carson Teva (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee) discovers that Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito) never made it to trial as he was extracted from the ship that was supposed to carry out the transfer. On scanning...
- 3/29/2023
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
This post contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" season 3, episode 1 "The Apostate."
Seventeen chapters in, "The Mandalorian" continues to serve up plenty of classic film homages. The most overt one in the season 3 premiere, "Chapter 17: The Apostate," sees the torso of the assassin droid Ig-11 dragging itself across the floor while droning, "Terminate asset," in a clear homage to James Cameron's "The Terminator." However, "if I visit the planet and can bring you proof that I have bathed in the living waters beneath the mines of Mandalore," would you believe there's another homage to Sergio Leone's influential spaghetti westerns in this episode?
Since before "The Mandalorian" even premiered on Disney+ back in November 2019, we've been hearing that Pedro Pascal's title character was inspired by the Man with No Name, played by Clint Eastwood in Leone's Dollars Trilogy. In a panel at "Star Wars" Celebration in April 2019, where...
Seventeen chapters in, "The Mandalorian" continues to serve up plenty of classic film homages. The most overt one in the season 3 premiere, "Chapter 17: The Apostate," sees the torso of the assassin droid Ig-11 dragging itself across the floor while droning, "Terminate asset," in a clear homage to James Cameron's "The Terminator." However, "if I visit the planet and can bring you proof that I have bathed in the living waters beneath the mines of Mandalore," would you believe there's another homage to Sergio Leone's influential spaghetti westerns in this episode?
Since before "The Mandalorian" even premiered on Disney+ back in November 2019, we've been hearing that Pedro Pascal's title character was inspired by the Man with No Name, played by Clint Eastwood in Leone's Dollars Trilogy. In a panel at "Star Wars" Celebration in April 2019, where...
- 3/3/2023
- by Joshua Meyer
- Slash Film
This article contains spoilers for the season premiere of "The Mandalorian" season 3.
The droids in "Star Wars" are a fun feature, with all kinds of robotic characters rolling, flying, and scuttling about at any given moment. Their beep-boops and chirps are as important a part of the soundscape of the franchise as the pew of blaster fire or the vibrating hum of a lightsaber, and they help flesh out the worlds of "Star Wars" without actually being, well, flesh. There have been major droid characters in both speaking and beeping roles, like C-3Po (Anthony Daniels) and R2-D2 (Kenny Baker) in the original trilogy, Bb-8 in the sequels, and Ig-11 (Taika Waititi) in "The Mandalorian," and it's been made clear that most of the droids, from the more complex conversation android to the basic floor-sweeping robot, are sentient beings with personalities and hopes and dreams. That's what makes the...
The droids in "Star Wars" are a fun feature, with all kinds of robotic characters rolling, flying, and scuttling about at any given moment. Their beep-boops and chirps are as important a part of the soundscape of the franchise as the pew of blaster fire or the vibrating hum of a lightsaber, and they help flesh out the worlds of "Star Wars" without actually being, well, flesh. There have been major droid characters in both speaking and beeping roles, like C-3Po (Anthony Daniels) and R2-D2 (Kenny Baker) in the original trilogy, Bb-8 in the sequels, and Ig-11 (Taika Waititi) in "The Mandalorian," and it's been made clear that most of the droids, from the more complex conversation android to the basic floor-sweeping robot, are sentient beings with personalities and hopes and dreams. That's what makes the...
- 3/2/2023
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Bad Batch.
To paraphrase the exasperated words of Resistance pilot Poe Dameron, somehow the Palpatine cloning plot from The Rise of Skywalker has returned. The latest episode of The Bad Batch, “Metamorphosis,” introduces Imperial scientist Dr. Hemlock (Jimmi Simpson), whom we meet in top-secret Imperial laboratory on the planet Weyland, as he interrogates a captive Nala-Se (Gwendoline Yeo) and sends Imperial forces after a rogue Zillo Beast that has escaped captivity. While these things may seem unrelated, it turns out that both the Zillo Beast and Nala-Se are key to Palpatine’s larger cloning plans.
Originally thought to be extinct, Zillo Beasts were first introduced in season 2 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars when Anakin Skywalker and Mace Windu accidentally awaken the last living beast on the planet Malastare. Zillo Beasts are semi-sentient predators that feed on electricity and have nearly impenetrable skin,...
To paraphrase the exasperated words of Resistance pilot Poe Dameron, somehow the Palpatine cloning plot from The Rise of Skywalker has returned. The latest episode of The Bad Batch, “Metamorphosis,” introduces Imperial scientist Dr. Hemlock (Jimmi Simpson), whom we meet in top-secret Imperial laboratory on the planet Weyland, as he interrogates a captive Nala-Se (Gwendoline Yeo) and sends Imperial forces after a rogue Zillo Beast that has escaped captivity. While these things may seem unrelated, it turns out that both the Zillo Beast and Nala-Se are key to Palpatine’s larger cloning plans.
Originally thought to be extinct, Zillo Beasts were first introduced in season 2 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars when Anakin Skywalker and Mace Windu accidentally awaken the last living beast on the planet Malastare. Zillo Beasts are semi-sentient predators that feed on electricity and have nearly impenetrable skin,...
- 3/2/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Season 3 of “The Mandalorian” has just premiered its first episode on Disney+, delighting “Star Wars” fans everywhere. But it’s been over two years since Season 2 of the Emmy-winning series aired its final episode. So, if you’re scratching your head trying to remember your beskar from your Bo-Katan, have no fear! Dive into this recap to refresh your memories on the recent adventures of Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu. This is the way!
Din Djarin is tasked with returning The Child to his people, The Jedi, for proper training. He flies to Tatooine after hearing rumors of a Mandalorian operating out of the town Mos Pelgos. Instead of a fellow Mando, Djarin encounters local sheriff Cobb Vanth (Timothy Olyphant), who wears Mandalorian armor that fans immediately identify as once belonging to Boba Fett. Djarin works with Vanth and a group of Tusken raiders to kill a Krayt Dragon...
Din Djarin is tasked with returning The Child to his people, The Jedi, for proper training. He flies to Tatooine after hearing rumors of a Mandalorian operating out of the town Mos Pelgos. Instead of a fellow Mando, Djarin encounters local sheriff Cobb Vanth (Timothy Olyphant), who wears Mandalorian armor that fans immediately identify as once belonging to Boba Fett. Djarin works with Vanth and a group of Tusken raiders to kill a Krayt Dragon...
- 3/2/2023
- by Sam Eckmann
- Gold Derby
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian.
In “The Apostate,” we reunite with Mando and Grogu for a new adventure to Mandalore. But first, a few side quests that take the duo back to the Armorer and Greef Karga. Along the way, we learn that a character from The Mandalorian‘s past is making a surprise return. And if that weren’t enough, the season 3 premiere also has quite a few other callbacks that will raise eyebrows, including one or two things from The Clone Wars!
Here are all the Star Wars easter eggs and references we spotted in this episode:
Gorian Shard
“The Apostate” introduces a brand-new villain to the Mandoverse. Meet the pirate king Gorian Shard. We have no idea what species he is, but we do know Gorian is very, very cross with Greef Karga. Nevarro’s gone legit and the pirates have been cut out of the spoils.
In “The Apostate,” we reunite with Mando and Grogu for a new adventure to Mandalore. But first, a few side quests that take the duo back to the Armorer and Greef Karga. Along the way, we learn that a character from The Mandalorian‘s past is making a surprise return. And if that weren’t enough, the season 3 premiere also has quite a few other callbacks that will raise eyebrows, including one or two things from The Clone Wars!
Here are all the Star Wars easter eggs and references we spotted in this episode:
Gorian Shard
“The Apostate” introduces a brand-new villain to the Mandoverse. Meet the pirate king Gorian Shard. We have no idea what species he is, but we do know Gorian is very, very cross with Greef Karga. Nevarro’s gone legit and the pirates have been cut out of the spoils.
- 3/1/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Spoilers for "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" Chapter 17 – The Apostate follow.
Season 3 of "The Mandalorian" wasted no time in getting right back into the action fantasy that only "Star Wars" can deliver. In the opening minutes of the seventeenth chapter in the series, "The Apostate," the Mandalorian sect that Din Djarin was banished from is attacked by a giant super croc in a breathtaking sequence that's reminiscent of the season 2 premiere when Cob Vanth and Mando unite with the Tusken Raiders to defeat a massive Krayt dragon. In "The Apostate," Din swoops in on his N-1 Starfighter to save the day. As a reward, he is granted an audience with the Mandalorian Armorer (Emily Swallow), who once again tells Din that his only hope of redemption after removing his helmet is to return to their home planet and cleanse himself in the waters of the mines of Mandalore.
After the Galactic...
Season 3 of "The Mandalorian" wasted no time in getting right back into the action fantasy that only "Star Wars" can deliver. In the opening minutes of the seventeenth chapter in the series, "The Apostate," the Mandalorian sect that Din Djarin was banished from is attacked by a giant super croc in a breathtaking sequence that's reminiscent of the season 2 premiere when Cob Vanth and Mando unite with the Tusken Raiders to defeat a massive Krayt dragon. In "The Apostate," Din swoops in on his N-1 Starfighter to save the day. As a reward, he is granted an audience with the Mandalorian Armorer (Emily Swallow), who once again tells Din that his only hope of redemption after removing his helmet is to return to their home planet and cleanse himself in the waters of the mines of Mandalore.
After the Galactic...
- 3/1/2023
- by Drew Tinnin
- Slash Film
[This story contains a spoiler for The Mandalorian season three premiere.]
In the aftermath of Gina Carano’s firing from The Mandalorian two years ago, the Star Wars show’s season three premiere has answered the long-speculated question of what would happen to her character.
Introduced in the show’s first season, Carano played Cara Dune, an Alderaanian warrior who ultimately rose to the rank of marshal of the New Republic. In her time on the series, Dune was a strong ally to protagonist Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and baby Grogu. Before becoming marshal, Dune worked as a mercenary for hire on Nevarro for Greef Karga (Carl Weathers).
Released on Wednesday, the first episode of The Mandalorian‘s third season addressed Dune’s absence from the current storyline in a conversation between Din and now-High Magistrate Greef Karga. Karga explains that Dune was recruited by Special Forces of the New Republic, due to her part in...
In the aftermath of Gina Carano’s firing from The Mandalorian two years ago, the Star Wars show’s season three premiere has answered the long-speculated question of what would happen to her character.
Introduced in the show’s first season, Carano played Cara Dune, an Alderaanian warrior who ultimately rose to the rank of marshal of the New Republic. In her time on the series, Dune was a strong ally to protagonist Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and baby Grogu. Before becoming marshal, Dune worked as a mercenary for hire on Nevarro for Greef Karga (Carl Weathers).
Released on Wednesday, the first episode of The Mandalorian‘s third season addressed Dune’s absence from the current storyline in a conversation between Din and now-High Magistrate Greef Karga. Karga explains that Dune was recruited by Special Forces of the New Republic, due to her part in...
- 3/1/2023
- by Sydney Odman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Long before we learned the truth about his tragic origins, the bundle of joy at the center of "The Mandalorian" was affectionately named by the "Star Wars" fanbase. Though the show tried to impress a couple of options upon us — most often referring to him as The Kid, The Child, and The Asset — the most obvious choice won in the end: no matter how hard Lucasfilm tries to rebrand our favorite little guy, he will always be known as Baby Yoda.
In our defense, it's a lot punchier than The Child, and it wasn't until midway through season 2 that we finally learned his real name is Grogu (courtesy of Ahsoka Tano). By that point, the entire Internet had solidified its undying love for the little tyke and his adorable new moniker. It's not rocket science, folks! He looks like a baby version of Yoda, whose species remains nameless. And since...
In our defense, it's a lot punchier than The Child, and it wasn't until midway through season 2 that we finally learned his real name is Grogu (courtesy of Ahsoka Tano). By that point, the entire Internet had solidified its undying love for the little tyke and his adorable new moniker. It's not rocket science, folks! He looks like a baby version of Yoda, whose species remains nameless. And since...
- 3/1/2023
- by Shania Russell
- Slash Film
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3.
The Mandalorian season 3 has finally kicked off. Din Djarin and Grogu are back together after their adventures in The Book of Boba Fett and off on a new quest. They’re done looking for Jedi, though. This time, the journey is all about getting back to Mandalore so that Din can complete a ritual that will allow him to get back into his clan. Turns out the Armorer is really serious about Mandalorians never taking off their helmets, and Din’s been excommunicated for doing so in season 2.
In classic Mando fashion, the bounty hunter needs to complete a few side quests before he can actually head off to Mandalore. Next stop after a quick visit to the Armorer in the season 3 premiere, “The Apostate,” is Nevarro to see Greef Karga about a droid. Specifically a certain assassin droid designated Ig-11. Remember him?...
The Mandalorian season 3 has finally kicked off. Din Djarin and Grogu are back together after their adventures in The Book of Boba Fett and off on a new quest. They’re done looking for Jedi, though. This time, the journey is all about getting back to Mandalore so that Din can complete a ritual that will allow him to get back into his clan. Turns out the Armorer is really serious about Mandalorians never taking off their helmets, and Din’s been excommunicated for doing so in season 2.
In classic Mando fashion, the bounty hunter needs to complete a few side quests before he can actually head off to Mandalore. Next stop after a quick visit to the Armorer in the season 3 premiere, “The Apostate,” is Nevarro to see Greef Karga about a droid. Specifically a certain assassin droid designated Ig-11. Remember him?...
- 3/1/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This post contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" season 3 premiere.
One of the best things about shows like "The Mandalorian" is that a single world or phrase can open up new avenues of storytelling, and help one understand the landscape and geography of "Star Wars" better. The season 3 premiere of "The Mandalorian" presents a perfect example of this, when Greef Karga talks about how Nevarro is now an economic powerhouse, thanks in part to its placement along the Hydian Way.
The Hydian Way first became part of "Star Wars" lore way back in the late 1980s, debuting in "Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game." It became more important in future "Star Wars" storytelling, referenced across games, books, and television shows.
In the current canon, the Hydian Way is a vital hyperspace route that connects the Corporate Sector to the Core Worlds, and then heads back out to the Outer Rim. Think of...
One of the best things about shows like "The Mandalorian" is that a single world or phrase can open up new avenues of storytelling, and help one understand the landscape and geography of "Star Wars" better. The season 3 premiere of "The Mandalorian" presents a perfect example of this, when Greef Karga talks about how Nevarro is now an economic powerhouse, thanks in part to its placement along the Hydian Way.
The Hydian Way first became part of "Star Wars" lore way back in the late 1980s, debuting in "Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game." It became more important in future "Star Wars" storytelling, referenced across games, books, and television shows.
In the current canon, the Hydian Way is a vital hyperspace route that connects the Corporate Sector to the Core Worlds, and then heads back out to the Outer Rim. Think of...
- 3/1/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Spoilers for "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" Chapter 17 - The Apostate follow.
The seventeenth chapter in "The Mandalorian" — "The Apostate" — starts off with a massive action sequence to show us just how much time has elapsed between the seasons. The Mandalorian covert Din used to be a part of was just two strong the last time he encountered them, consisting of only Paz Vizsla and the Armorer. The episode opens with them inducting a new foundling into their fold which has grown in size to dozens.
That's when a massive creature comes out of the water and attacks, leaving them scrambling to fight against it. Of course, that's when Din Djarin comes to save the day in his N1 starfighter. He's come to plead his case once more about being a Mandalorian apostate, and she rebuffs him again. The only way he can atone for his sins is to bathe in the waters beneath Mandalore.
The seventeenth chapter in "The Mandalorian" — "The Apostate" — starts off with a massive action sequence to show us just how much time has elapsed between the seasons. The Mandalorian covert Din used to be a part of was just two strong the last time he encountered them, consisting of only Paz Vizsla and the Armorer. The episode opens with them inducting a new foundling into their fold which has grown in size to dozens.
That's when a massive creature comes out of the water and attacks, leaving them scrambling to fight against it. Of course, that's when Din Djarin comes to save the day in his N1 starfighter. He's come to plead his case once more about being a Mandalorian apostate, and she rebuffs him again. The only way he can atone for his sins is to bathe in the waters beneath Mandalore.
- 3/1/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
The Mandalorian (as we will still call him, don’t @ us Armorer!) is on a new mission, with Grogu again at his side — and he has a most unexpected additional sidekick in mind to help him see it through.
Season 3 of Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series opened with a sequence in which a Mandalorian confirmation ceremony, led by the Armorer on an unidentified planet, was literally crashed by a giant sea turtle. The many Mandalorians on hand did their best to fend off the beast with blaster fire, heavy guns, flamethrowers and explosives, to little effect. It was not...
Season 3 of Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series opened with a sequence in which a Mandalorian confirmation ceremony, led by the Armorer on an unidentified planet, was literally crashed by a giant sea turtle. The many Mandalorians on hand did their best to fend off the beast with blaster fire, heavy guns, flamethrowers and explosives, to little effect. It was not...
- 3/1/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
This Post Contains spoilers for this week’s episode of The Mandalorian, “The Apostate.”
A strange thing happens at the start of The Mandalorian Season Three. We open, of course, with a montage of events from previous seasons that will be relevant to what’s about to happen. So we are reminded of Ig-11’s sacrifice in the Season One finale, Greef Karga discussing the gentrification of Nevarro, and the purge of Mandalore. We also get a brief snippet of “The Return of the Mandalorian,” an episode of Book of...
A strange thing happens at the start of The Mandalorian Season Three. We open, of course, with a montage of events from previous seasons that will be relevant to what’s about to happen. So we are reminded of Ig-11’s sacrifice in the Season One finale, Greef Karga discussing the gentrification of Nevarro, and the purge of Mandalore. We also get a brief snippet of “The Return of the Mandalorian,” an episode of Book of...
- 3/1/2023
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
The following contains a singular, small spoiler from the Season 3 premiere of Disney+’s The Mandalorian.
Where in the world is Cara Dune?
More from TVLineThe Mandalorian EPs, Katee Sackhoff Tease a 'Leveled-Up' Grogu, Fight for Darksaber in Season 3 -- WATCHWendy Meets Peter Pan and the Lost Boys (...and Girls) in Disney+ TrailerThe Mandalorian Is Finally Returning -- Here's How to Watch Season 3
The Mandalorian Season 3 premiere was quick to account for the Rebel shock trooper-turned-Nevarro marshal’s absence, given that the show severed ties with actress Gina Carano shortly after Season 2 ended.
In the Season 3 opener (now streaming...
Where in the world is Cara Dune?
More from TVLineThe Mandalorian EPs, Katee Sackhoff Tease a 'Leveled-Up' Grogu, Fight for Darksaber in Season 3 -- WATCHWendy Meets Peter Pan and the Lost Boys (...and Girls) in Disney+ TrailerThe Mandalorian Is Finally Returning -- Here's How to Watch Season 3
The Mandalorian Season 3 premiere was quick to account for the Rebel shock trooper-turned-Nevarro marshal’s absence, given that the show severed ties with actress Gina Carano shortly after Season 2 ended.
In the Season 3 opener (now streaming...
- 3/1/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3.
The Mandalorian is back for its third season, and it’s bringing back all the recurring characters you know and love, with one notable exception. In 2021, actor Gina Carano’s controversial online behavior forced Lucasfilm to cut her from the series after the season 2 finale. Yes, that means you shouldn’t expect to see New Republic marshal Cara Dune in The Mandalorian season 3 — or in future Star Wars stories, for that matter.
Lucasfilm originally seemed to have big plans for Carano’s character after season 2, including a spinoff series called Rangers of the New Republic, which would have allegedly starred Cara Dune. The spinoff has since been nixed from the Star Wars slate. But while Cara’s “Mandoverse” journey may be over, that doesn’t mean The Mandalorian has killed her off between seasons, either. Don’t expect a “Somehow,...
The Mandalorian is back for its third season, and it’s bringing back all the recurring characters you know and love, with one notable exception. In 2021, actor Gina Carano’s controversial online behavior forced Lucasfilm to cut her from the series after the season 2 finale. Yes, that means you shouldn’t expect to see New Republic marshal Cara Dune in The Mandalorian season 3 — or in future Star Wars stories, for that matter.
Lucasfilm originally seemed to have big plans for Carano’s character after season 2, including a spinoff series called Rangers of the New Republic, which would have allegedly starred Cara Dune. The spinoff has since been nixed from the Star Wars slate. But while Cara’s “Mandoverse” journey may be over, that doesn’t mean The Mandalorian has killed her off between seasons, either. Don’t expect a “Somehow,...
- 3/1/2023
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
It's fairly common for the main character in a series to be a little overshadowed by the supporting cast. From Frodo Baggins to Sookie Stackhouse, protagonists in big, sprawling stories have to ground the story for everyone else around them, and "The Mandalorian" is no exception. Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin is the strong, silent type, only speaking when necessary and hiding his features behind his shiny beskar helmet, which makes him even more likely to disappear into the background while some of the people around him take center stage. Din isn't a boring character by any stretch of the imagination, he's just good for others to bounce off of by necessity.
There are a lot of incredible characters in "The Mandalorian," ranging from adorable aliens to intergalactic mercenaries, providing a little bit of something for every "Star Wars" fan. Like the spaghetti westerns that inspired the series, the worlds...
There are a lot of incredible characters in "The Mandalorian," ranging from adorable aliens to intergalactic mercenaries, providing a little bit of something for every "Star Wars" fan. Like the spaghetti westerns that inspired the series, the worlds...
- 2/28/2023
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett.
Din Djarin aka Mando (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu have been through a lot together in The Mandalorian’s first two seasons (and The Book of Boba Fett). They’ve been chased by bounty hunters, nearly eaten by a variety of creatures, and escaped the clutches of the Empire on multiple occasions. Along the way, they’ve formed what is arguably the cutest father-son bond in the galaxy.
The upcoming third season of the series is set to feature even more adventures for the duo as Djarin explores what it means to be Mandalorian and wield the legendary Darksaber. The official synopsis for season 3 is “The journeys of the Mandalorian through the Star Wars galaxy continue. Once a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin has reunited with Grogu. Meanwhile, the New Republic struggles to lead the galaxy away from its dark history.
Din Djarin aka Mando (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu have been through a lot together in The Mandalorian’s first two seasons (and The Book of Boba Fett). They’ve been chased by bounty hunters, nearly eaten by a variety of creatures, and escaped the clutches of the Empire on multiple occasions. Along the way, they’ve formed what is arguably the cutest father-son bond in the galaxy.
The upcoming third season of the series is set to feature even more adventures for the duo as Djarin explores what it means to be Mandalorian and wield the legendary Darksaber. The official synopsis for season 3 is “The journeys of the Mandalorian through the Star Wars galaxy continue. Once a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin has reunited with Grogu. Meanwhile, the New Republic struggles to lead the galaxy away from its dark history.
- 2/27/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
The following article contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" through season 2 and "The Book of Boba Fett."
"The Mandalorian" season 3 premiere is only days away. It's been over two years since season 2 wrapped up and a year since little Grogu was reunited with his Papa Mando (Pedro Pascal) in the final episodes of "The Book of Boba Fett." Why they chose to put such a powerful moment in a show that isn't "The Mandalorian" is a question I'd like answered, but here we are.
The clan of two is together again, and as we've seen from the trailers, they're off on further adventures. We know from a recently released clip that Din Djarin pays a visit to the former leader of the Bounty Hunters Guild, now-Magistrate of Nevarro, Greef Karga (Carl Weathers), who offers him a parcel of land, which he turns down. We know that Grogu really likes little orange...
"The Mandalorian" season 3 premiere is only days away. It's been over two years since season 2 wrapped up and a year since little Grogu was reunited with his Papa Mando (Pedro Pascal) in the final episodes of "The Book of Boba Fett." Why they chose to put such a powerful moment in a show that isn't "The Mandalorian" is a question I'd like answered, but here we are.
The clan of two is together again, and as we've seen from the trailers, they're off on further adventures. We know from a recently released clip that Din Djarin pays a visit to the former leader of the Bounty Hunters Guild, now-Magistrate of Nevarro, Greef Karga (Carl Weathers), who offers him a parcel of land, which he turns down. We know that Grogu really likes little orange...
- 2/27/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
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