Exciting news has emerged for Star Wars fans as a new movie featuring the beloved characters from the hit Disney+ series, The Mandalorian, has been confirmed. Titled The Mandalorian & Grogu, the film will follow the adventures of the titular bounty hunter and his endearing sidekick, often referred to as Baby Yoda by fans. The project marks the return of Jon Favreau in the director's chair, alongside Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni as producers. Filoni is also slated to direct another Star Wars movie that will conclude storylines from various shows, while James Mangold and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy are working on separate Star Wars projects. With production starting later this year, there is high anticipation but no release date or plot details yet. Additionally, the gaming world is set to receive a Star Wars addition with Star Wars Outlaws, hinting at a potential release window due to a recent information slip-up.

What is Grogu's original name in the Star Wars series?

Grogu, commonly known among fans as Baby Yoda, is the actual name of the character from The Mandalorian series in the Star Wars universe.

The Mandalorian, first released on Disney+ in 2019, quickly became a pop culture phenomenon, largely due to the breakout character Grogu. This bounty hunter narrative set after the fall of the Empire and before the emergence of the First Order expanded the Star Wars lore and earned critical acclaim for its storytelling and production values. Its success has revitalized interest in live-action Star Wars content, leading to multiple spin-off series and now a transition back to feature films with The Mandalorian & Grogu. Fans have high expectations for this upcoming addition to the cinematic galaxy, hoping for a story that captures the spirit and adventure that has defined Star Wars for decades.