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New 'Mandalorian' Footage Reveals Empire's Remnants and Colonel Ward

4/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jon Favreau presented new footage from "The Mandalorian and Grogu" at CinemaCon, showing the film's opening sequence.
The story follows Din Djarin and Grogu as they navigate the remnants of the Empire under the New Republic.
The film introduces Colonel Ward, played by Sigourney Weaver, and Rotta the Hutt, opening on May 22.

History

Historical Context

"Star Wars: Episode IV
A New Hope," released on May 25, 1977, transformed cinema with its innovative special effects and storytelling, grossing over $775 million globally. This success established a new franchise model, leading to sequels and spin-offs like "The Mandalorian," which explores themes of resistance against the Empire, echoing the original trilogy's narrative and solidifying the franchise's cultural significance.

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Story summary

Jon Favreau presented new footage from "The Mandalorian and Grogu" at CinemaCon, showing the film's opening sequence.
The story follows Din Djarin and Grogu as they navigate the remnants of the Empire under the New Republic.
The film introduces Colonel Ward, played by Sigourney Weaver, and Rotta the Hutt, opening on May 22.

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