Ahsoka was a successful Star Wars show that received high viewership and critical acclaim. While the series enjoys a vast family fanbase, there are hardcore fans who believe that it couldn’t live up to the gritty storytelling of Andor. Ahsoka was written and produced as a sequel to the animated series, Star Wars Rebels, which appealed to the family audiences. However, the Diego Luna-led series appealed to a more mature audience.
Rosario Dawson in a still from Ahsoka | Disney+
Andor also received critical acclaim and several accolades, but it couldn’t find the viewership success of Ahsoka. However, fans expect these stats to improve once the second season of the series drops on Disney+.
Fans Believe Ahsoka Is Still Inferior To The Complex, Mature Story Of Andor
Diego Luna in a still from Andor | Disney+
Ahsoka was successful in bringing the nostalgia factor, reintroducing characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars...
Rosario Dawson in a still from Ahsoka | Disney+
Andor also received critical acclaim and several accolades, but it couldn’t find the viewership success of Ahsoka. However, fans expect these stats to improve once the second season of the series drops on Disney+.
Fans Believe Ahsoka Is Still Inferior To The Complex, Mature Story Of Andor
Diego Luna in a still from Andor | Disney+
Ahsoka was successful in bringing the nostalgia factor, reintroducing characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars...
- 5/19/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
This wouldn’t be Sigourney Weaver’s first time in space, but it would be her introduction into a galaxy far, far away! The famed Alien, Galaxy Quest and Ghostbusters actress is currently in talks to join Jon Favreau’s big-screen adventures of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Deadline is reporting that Weaver is considering a “key role” in the theatrical debut of the Disney+ characters. She’s undoubtedly a commanding presence, even when her screen time is limited to a guest appearance. But how will she fit into the Star Wars universe?
The woman who made Ellen Ripley a legendary character could easily be some Mandalorian matriarch. Or she could be a ruthless Imperial commander or Moff. Maybe even another one of those Jedi who escaped Order 66?
There are some concerns regarding the casting of Sigourney Weaver, even if she is science fiction royalty. It’s not her, in reality,...
Deadline is reporting that Weaver is considering a “key role” in the theatrical debut of the Disney+ characters. She’s undoubtedly a commanding presence, even when her screen time is limited to a guest appearance. But how will she fit into the Star Wars universe?
The woman who made Ellen Ripley a legendary character could easily be some Mandalorian matriarch. Or she could be a ruthless Imperial commander or Moff. Maybe even another one of those Jedi who escaped Order 66?
There are some concerns regarding the casting of Sigourney Weaver, even if she is science fiction royalty. It’s not her, in reality,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
When fans heard the news that Fantastic Four would be recreated once again to wash away the sour taste the 2015 movie left, fans were truly excited and hoping their heartiest wishes for those superheroes would finally be fulfilled. But when they heard that Pedro Pascal had been cast into the role of Reed Richards in the saga, a lot of them were unsure about this decision of the Studios.
The new Fantastic Four cast. | Credit: Marvel Studios.
While that was initially understandable for those who couldn’t envision the Hollywood heartthrob in the role, Pascal’s old images resurfacing are here to wash away all those doubts. In fact, one specific vintage picture of him from a few years ago is so similar to the character in the comics that it has Marvel fans convinced Pascal was born to play Mister Fantastic!
Pedro Pascal Proves He Was Born to Play...
The new Fantastic Four cast. | Credit: Marvel Studios.
While that was initially understandable for those who couldn’t envision the Hollywood heartthrob in the role, Pascal’s old images resurfacing are here to wash away all those doubts. In fact, one specific vintage picture of him from a few years ago is so similar to the character in the comics that it has Marvel fans convinced Pascal was born to play Mister Fantastic!
Pedro Pascal Proves He Was Born to Play...
- 5/12/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
A few months back, speculation buzzed about the continuation of Mando’s adventures in a feature film. Season 3 concluded with Moff Gideon apparently vanquished and Mando embracing Grogu as his ward and son, Din Grogu. Their apparent tranquility hints at the emergence of a new threat for Season 4.
Jon Favreau, the mastermind behind ‘The Mandalorian’ TV series, asserted that the script for Season 4 was already complete even before Season 3 concluded. However, recent indications suggest that the fourth season might not materialize after all.
Recently, confirmation emerged about an upcoming film centered on Mandalorian & Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, this new project is set to commence filming in 2024.
While details about the movie remain scarce, industry insider Jeff Sneider suggests that Sigourney Weaver is in discussions to join the cast, though her role remains undisclosed at this time.
Sigourney Weaver is reportedly in...
Jon Favreau, the mastermind behind ‘The Mandalorian’ TV series, asserted that the script for Season 4 was already complete even before Season 3 concluded. However, recent indications suggest that the fourth season might not materialize after all.
Recently, confirmation emerged about an upcoming film centered on Mandalorian & Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, this new project is set to commence filming in 2024.
While details about the movie remain scarce, industry insider Jeff Sneider suggests that Sigourney Weaver is in discussions to join the cast, though her role remains undisclosed at this time.
Sigourney Weaver is reportedly in...
- 5/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The rumors that Mando’s adventures will continue as a movie were relevant several months ago. Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.
Jon Favreau – the creator of ‘The Mandalorian‘ TV series – claimed that the script for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 was finished even before Season 3 officially ended, and now it seems that the fourth season might not even happen after all.
Some time ago it was confirmed that a movie focusing on Mandalorian & Grogu is in development. his new movie, directed by Jon Favreau and produced alongside Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, is scheduled to begin production in 2024.
Little is known about the movie except for the main cast, but if industry insider Jeff Sneider is to be believed,...
Jon Favreau – the creator of ‘The Mandalorian‘ TV series – claimed that the script for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 was finished even before Season 3 officially ended, and now it seems that the fourth season might not even happen after all.
Some time ago it was confirmed that a movie focusing on Mandalorian & Grogu is in development. his new movie, directed by Jon Favreau and produced alongside Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, is scheduled to begin production in 2024.
Little is known about the movie except for the main cast, but if industry insider Jeff Sneider is to be believed,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
20 Most Iconic Star Wars Characters of All Time - Main Image
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
- 5/2/2024
- EpicStream
Big news ahead of CinemaCon for Disney — and they’re not showing off their presentation until the last day of the exhibitor and studio love-in on April 11.
In big 2026 news, Jon Favreau’s big screen version of The Mandalorian — The Mandalorian & Grogu— is the updated Star Wars title on May 22, 2026. Star Wars films on a theatrical release calendar far far away use to release around Memorial Day weekend. The last one to do so was Solo: A Star Wars Story. No rival wide releases on Mando‘s date.
Toy Story 5 is the title of the untitled Pixar movie on June 19, 2026. Warner Bros/New Line also have this date on hold for an untitled release.
The live action version of Moana, impacted by the Thanksgiving release this year of Moana 2, will hulla- dance its way from June 27, 2025 to July 10, 2026. No competitive releases on that date.
Tron Ares, produced by...
In big 2026 news, Jon Favreau’s big screen version of The Mandalorian — The Mandalorian & Grogu— is the updated Star Wars title on May 22, 2026. Star Wars films on a theatrical release calendar far far away use to release around Memorial Day weekend. The last one to do so was Solo: A Star Wars Story. No rival wide releases on Mando‘s date.
Toy Story 5 is the title of the untitled Pixar movie on June 19, 2026. Warner Bros/New Line also have this date on hold for an untitled release.
The live action version of Moana, impacted by the Thanksgiving release this year of Moana 2, will hulla- dance its way from June 27, 2025 to July 10, 2026. No competitive releases on that date.
Tron Ares, produced by...
- 4/5/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Giancarlo Esposito, often cast as a villain, gained prominence in ‘The Mandalorian’ by portraying Moff Gideon, a central antagonist throughout the series. While the Mandalorian and Grogu’s journey will continue, it’s been announced that their story will transition into a live-action movie format.
Speculation arose following the conclusion of strikes by SAG-AFTRA and writers, with rumors circulating about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 being scrapped in favor of a movie adaptation. Confirmation seemed more likely with recent reports of Pedro Pascal’s unavailability for the next season due to commitments on other projects.
Instead, he’ll only be doing Mando’s voiceover. The rumors were confirmed a few months back when they announced a movie centered around The Mandalorian & Grogu is being developed. This new movie, directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, is set to start filming in 2024.
Giancarlo recently participated in a...
Speculation arose following the conclusion of strikes by SAG-AFTRA and writers, with rumors circulating about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 being scrapped in favor of a movie adaptation. Confirmation seemed more likely with recent reports of Pedro Pascal’s unavailability for the next season due to commitments on other projects.
Instead, he’ll only be doing Mando’s voiceover. The rumors were confirmed a few months back when they announced a movie centered around The Mandalorian & Grogu is being developed. This new movie, directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, is set to start filming in 2024.
Giancarlo recently participated in a...
- 3/25/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Giancarlo Esposito, who we frequently see in the role of a villain, is one of the most notable characters in ‘The Mandalorian’ TV show, as he embodied Moff Gideon, one of the main villains of the overarching storyline in all three seasons of the show.
We know that the story of Mandalorian and Grogu will continue but in the form of a live-action movie. Several weeks after the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes ended, industry-wide rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie. Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film.
Instead, he’d only provide Mando’s voiceover. The rumors were confirmed several weeks ago when it was announced that a movie focusing...
We know that the story of Mandalorian and Grogu will continue but in the form of a live-action movie. Several weeks after the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes ended, industry-wide rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie. Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film.
Instead, he’d only provide Mando’s voiceover. The rumors were confirmed several weeks ago when it was announced that a movie focusing...
- 3/25/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
A theory about Baby Yoda suggests a potentially heartbreaking destiny for him ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Grogu’s surprising introduction in The Mandalorian, commonly known as Baby Yoda, took fans by storm. His mysterious origins and significance have continued to intrigue Star Wars enthusiasts throughout the show’s two seasons. As viewers explore Grogu’s backstory further, they speculate about his role in both the series’ storyline and the broader Star Wars universe. A fan theory from Reddit suggests that Grogu, also known as “The Child,” is part of a longstanding cycle where a child grows up to save the Chosen One from falling into darkness.
Speculation arises from the saviour cycle theory, suggesting that Ahsoka Tano could have trained Grogu to eventually mentor a new Chosen One in a later phase of the Star Wars timeline, especially considering her appearance in The Mandalorian’s second season. This theory implies that...
Grogu’s surprising introduction in The Mandalorian, commonly known as Baby Yoda, took fans by storm. His mysterious origins and significance have continued to intrigue Star Wars enthusiasts throughout the show’s two seasons. As viewers explore Grogu’s backstory further, they speculate about his role in both the series’ storyline and the broader Star Wars universe. A fan theory from Reddit suggests that Grogu, also known as “The Child,” is part of a longstanding cycle where a child grows up to save the Chosen One from falling into darkness.
Speculation arises from the saviour cycle theory, suggesting that Ahsoka Tano could have trained Grogu to eventually mentor a new Chosen One in a later phase of the Star Wars timeline, especially considering her appearance in The Mandalorian’s second season. This theory implies that...
- 3/24/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Far Cry is now a franchise that has seen twenty years of life. The first game in the series “Far Cry” was launched back in March 2004. Over the years, it has evolved from being a vibrant open-world shooter with stealth elements to games set in expansive open worlds with some light role-playing mechanics at its core.
While this series has largely remained unchanged over the years, it has still gathered a large enough fan following to justify six mainline installments and a bunch of spin-offs too. And almost all of these games have been successful. Now that this series is celebrating 20 years of its inception, Ubisoft and Sony have partnered to give their fans something very special.
Far Cry fans get a bunch of free downloads on PlayStation
Chorizo as seen in Far Cry 6
A while ago, Sony started a brand-new rewards program for its PlayStation fans. For those unaware...
While this series has largely remained unchanged over the years, it has still gathered a large enough fan following to justify six mainline installments and a bunch of spin-offs too. And almost all of these games have been successful. Now that this series is celebrating 20 years of its inception, Ubisoft and Sony have partnered to give their fans something very special.
Far Cry fans get a bunch of free downloads on PlayStation
Chorizo as seen in Far Cry 6
A while ago, Sony started a brand-new rewards program for its PlayStation fans. For those unaware...
- 3/13/2024
- by Rohit Sejwal
- FandomWire
Remember when we first met Din Djarin? He swaggers into that cantina in the first episode of The Mandalorian, takes down a few ruffians, and flies off with his quarry. No mess, no pomp, no big deal.
Those days now seem long gone, as what started out as a smaller-scale Western set in the world of Star Wars, between the Original and Sequel Trilogies, has now become the hope for the future of the franchise on the big screen. The characters will now be the focus of the next Star Wars movie. Directed by Jon Favreau, The Mandalorian & Grogu is currently expected to release in 2026. Does this mean we won’t be seeing the beloved duo on screen at all until then? Or will a potential season 4 of the show bridge the gap on Disney+? It’s a question that has eluded Star Wars fans since the film project was first announced.
Those days now seem long gone, as what started out as a smaller-scale Western set in the world of Star Wars, between the Original and Sequel Trilogies, has now become the hope for the future of the franchise on the big screen. The characters will now be the focus of the next Star Wars movie. Directed by Jon Favreau, The Mandalorian & Grogu is currently expected to release in 2026. Does this mean we won’t be seeing the beloved duo on screen at all until then? Or will a potential season 4 of the show bridge the gap on Disney+? It’s a question that has eluded Star Wars fans since the film project was first announced.
- 3/12/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
The future of "Star Wars" is still a little murky but it is most certainly upon us. The last time the franchise graced the silver screen was back in 2019 when "The Rise of Skywalker" concluded the sequel trilogy. Though Lucasfilm has very much tried to move on in the years since, Daisy Ridley will be returning once again as Rey in a new, untitled film that will see her training a new generation of Jedi. Ridley may have already played Rey in a massively successful trilogy of films, but she's still nervous about returning as the character in the upcoming film.
Ridley was in Austin, Texas, during SXSW to promote her new film "Magpie." At a panel I attended, in which the actress discussed her career, she touched on the upcoming "Star Wars" film, which will be directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy ("Ms. Marvel"). Naturally, Ridley couldn't say too much about...
Ridley was in Austin, Texas, during SXSW to promote her new film "Magpie." At a panel I attended, in which the actress discussed her career, she touched on the upcoming "Star Wars" film, which will be directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy ("Ms. Marvel"). Naturally, Ridley couldn't say too much about...
- 3/11/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Jon Favreau – the creator of ‘The Mandalorian‘ TV series – claimed that the script for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 was finished even before Season 3 officially ended, and now it seems that the fourth season might not even happen after all.
Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.
Several weeks after the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes ended, industry-wide rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie. Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film. Instead, he’d only provide Mando’s voiceover.
Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.
Several weeks after the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes ended, industry-wide rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie. Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film. Instead, he’d only provide Mando’s voiceover.
- 3/9/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Israel’s ongoing bombardment of Palestine has been a major issue around the world, as the Idf’s military operation in the wake of the October 7th attack by Hamas has resulted in unprecedented civilian casualities.Protesters have taken to the streets and public figures have advocated for Palestine in a variety of ways. For Palestinian-American artist Phay, it took time to find the best words to encapsulate his thoughts — and he decided to put them to song on “Watermelon Seeds,” a poignant reflection on the plight of his people.
- 3/8/2024
- by Andre Gee
- Rollingstone.com
Star Wars is one of the most popular franchises of all time, anything attached to its name will surely bring a surge of curiosity, and given the success of The Mandalorian on Disney+ and their deal with EA and Respawn bearing new fruit with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Star Wards Jedi: Survivor, perhaps success can be found by integrating the Mandalorian to a video game. Recently, EA pulled the plug on Respawn’s Mandalorian project and now details of the canceled game have surfaced.
Star Wars Nailed the Gaming Space with Respawn and EA
Respawn’s Mandalorian project could have been another hit for Star Wars.
The game had a simple premise where the player takes on the role of a Mandalorian, not The Mandalorian Din Djarin from the show itself which could also mean the game would allow the players to customize their character.
While having a linear structure,...
Star Wars Nailed the Gaming Space with Respawn and EA
Respawn’s Mandalorian project could have been another hit for Star Wars.
The game had a simple premise where the player takes on the role of a Mandalorian, not The Mandalorian Din Djarin from the show itself which could also mean the game would allow the players to customize their character.
While having a linear structure,...
- 3/1/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
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Ever since "Star Wars" introduced the Black Series line of action figures, I've mostly left the traditional 3.75-inch figures, in what is now called the Vintage Collection, behind. While those figures are cheaper and fit in with the original roster of "Star Wars" toys a bit better, there's just something a little more appealing about 6-inch figures with more detail. That also means missing out on one of the coolest aspects of the Vintage Collection, which are the "Star Wars" vehicles scaled to the smaller figures. Sure, there have been a handful of vehicles scaled to the Black Series, including a huge Tie Fighter from "The Force Awakens," but the Vintage Collection is where the best vehicles can be found, and the latest comes from "The Mandalorian."
Actually, Din Djarin's N-1 Starfighter -- a customized version of an old Naboo...
Ever since "Star Wars" introduced the Black Series line of action figures, I've mostly left the traditional 3.75-inch figures, in what is now called the Vintage Collection, behind. While those figures are cheaper and fit in with the original roster of "Star Wars" toys a bit better, there's just something a little more appealing about 6-inch figures with more detail. That also means missing out on one of the coolest aspects of the Vintage Collection, which are the "Star Wars" vehicles scaled to the smaller figures. Sure, there have been a handful of vehicles scaled to the Black Series, including a huge Tie Fighter from "The Force Awakens," but the Vintage Collection is where the best vehicles can be found, and the latest comes from "The Mandalorian."
Actually, Din Djarin's N-1 Starfighter -- a customized version of an old Naboo...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
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.
More from TVLineCarl Weathers Super Bowl Ad to Be Adjusted in Wake of Actor's DeathCarl Weathers Remembered by The Mandalorian Cast: 'There Are No Words'Carl Weathers, Star of Rocky Films and The Mandalorian, Dead at 76
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.
More from TVLineCarl Weathers Super Bowl Ad to Be Adjusted in Wake of Actor's DeathCarl Weathers Remembered by The Mandalorian Cast: 'There Are No Words'Carl Weathers, Star of Rocky Films and The Mandalorian, Dead at 76
Lucasfilm severed ties with Carano...
- 2/3/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Carl Weathers, the legendary actor known for his roles in movies like "Rocky" and "Predator," has only just passed away at the age of 76. Though not talked about nearly as much as his on-screen work, Weathers was also an accomplished director and called the shots on many shows during his decades-long career, including "Hawaii Five-o" and "Law & Order." In recent years, he's played Greef Karga on the "Star Wars" TV show "The Mandalorian." Even then, however, Lucasfilm made use of his talents behind the camera as well, with Weathers directing not one but two episodes documenting the galactic adventures of Mando and Grogu.
Most recently, Weathers directed an episode titled "The Foundling," which aired as part of the show's third season in 2023. Speaking to Hype Beast after the episode premiered, the actor-turned-director explained his approach to directing specifically in the "Star Wars" universe," which is no small thing. In short?...
Most recently, Weathers directed an episode titled "The Foundling," which aired as part of the show's third season in 2023. Speaking to Hype Beast after the episode premiered, the actor-turned-director explained his approach to directing specifically in the "Star Wars" universe," which is no small thing. In short?...
- 2/2/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Pedro Pascal, like many of us, is at a loss for words in the wake of Mandalorian co-star Carl Weathers’ passing.
Weathers, a star of Rocky films and of course Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series, died peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 1.
More from TVLineGina Carano Says a 'Gentle' Carl Weathers Reached Out After Her Firing From The MandalorianCarl Weathers Super Bowl Ad to Be Adjusted in Wake of Actor's DeathCarl Weathers, Star of Rocky Films and The Mandalorian, Dead at 76
“Carl was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life,” his family said in a statement. “Through his contributions to film,...
Weathers, a star of Rocky films and of course Disney+’s flagship Star Wars series, died peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 1.
More from TVLineGina Carano Says a 'Gentle' Carl Weathers Reached Out After Her Firing From The MandalorianCarl Weathers Super Bowl Ad to Be Adjusted in Wake of Actor's DeathCarl Weathers, Star of Rocky Films and The Mandalorian, Dead at 76
“Carl was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life,” his family said in a statement. “Through his contributions to film,...
- 2/2/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Image: Lucasfilm
This week’s announcement of The Mandalorian & Grogu film added one more major project to Lucasfilm’s already crowded Star Wars slate. While we don’t have many details about The Mandalorian movie at this point, what we do know shows where the studio is focusing its resources,...
This week’s announcement of The Mandalorian & Grogu film added one more major project to Lucasfilm’s already crowded Star Wars slate. While we don’t have many details about The Mandalorian movie at this point, what we do know shows where the studio is focusing its resources,...
- 1/12/2024
- by Cindy White
- avclub.com
The "Halo" season 2 trailer has arrived, and it brings with it the return of Master Chief who is now facing a new, familiar threat to those who played the games: The Covenant. Indeed, this season will see the sword-wielding aliens wreaking havoc. It appears that the folks at Paramount+ spared no expense in crafting the second season of this show, but will that be enough to turn it into the series everyone hoped it would be in the first place?
This trailer is very moody and overflowing with gloomy action. It's got a "Starship Troopers" vibe to it at times, just without all of the vibrant color and blatant political commentary. We're also, once again, seeing Master Chief without his helmet off an awful lot. Love it or hate it, that element of the show remains in place. It's very cinematic and a lot of the visual effects look big-screen worthy.
This trailer is very moody and overflowing with gloomy action. It's got a "Starship Troopers" vibe to it at times, just without all of the vibrant color and blatant political commentary. We're also, once again, seeing Master Chief without his helmet off an awful lot. Love it or hate it, that element of the show remains in place. It's very cinematic and a lot of the visual effects look big-screen worthy.
- 1/11/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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
The future of "Star Wars" recently came into focus as Disney and Lucasfilm announced the movie that will welcome a galaxy far, far away back to the big screen. Oddly enough, it's going to be centered on the characters that have helped anchor "Star Wars" on the small screen since 2019. "The Mandalorian & Grogu" will be directed by Jon Favreau, with the film set to go into production in 2024. Indeed, it will be Mando and the one they call Baby Yoda who will help bring the franchise back to theaters after years away. One big question now looms very large: Will a TV show turned into a movie translate to meaningful box office dollars?
There are far too many unknowns right now to accurately predict this movie's commercial performance, but there are some key things we do know. For one, "The Mandalorian" has been extremely popular, with Pedra Pascal's Din Djarin...
There are far too many unknowns right now to accurately predict this movie's commercial performance, but there are some key things we do know. For one, "The Mandalorian" has been extremely popular, with Pedra Pascal's Din Djarin...
- 1/10/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Not so long ago and in a galaxy that looks remarkably like our own, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker opened in cinemas and went on to gross $1.1 billion. While a remarkable drop down from The Last Jedi only two years earlier—and a more alarming 50 percent below 2015’s The Force Awakens—a billion dollars is still a billion dollars. Which is to say it’s strange that we have gone five years and counting without another Star Wars movie getting ready for its big screen close-up.
That’s changing this New Year with the announcement that not only is there going to be a Mandalorian movie, but the property is on the fast track, with The Mandalorian & Grogu slated to commence production later this year. Even better, fan favorite Jon Favreau is at the helm as director of a character he created for the small screen. For most Star...
That’s changing this New Year with the announcement that not only is there going to be a Mandalorian movie, but the property is on the fast track, with The Mandalorian & Grogu slated to commence production later this year. Even better, fan favorite Jon Favreau is at the helm as director of a character he created for the small screen. For most Star...
- 1/9/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Mando and Grogu are coming to the big screen. Lucasfilm announced on Tuesday, January 9 that a Mandalorian movie titled The Mandalorian & Grogu, is in the works and will be released in movie theaters. The announcement also reveals that Ahsoka Season 2 is officially happening. The Mandalorian & Grogu will be directed by series creator, Marvel star Jon Favreau, and produced by Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni. This new chapter in the Mandalorian and Grogu’s journey will go into production in 2024. “I have loved telling stories set in the rich world that George Lucas created. The prospect of bringing the Mandalorian and his apprentice Grogu to the big screen is extremely exciting,” Favreau said in a statement on Tuesday. Kathleen Kennedy, President of Lucasfilm, added, “Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni have ushered into Star Wars two new and beloved characters, and this new story is a perfect fit for the big screen.
- 1/9/2024
- TV Insider
Mando and Grogu are making the leap to the big screen. Lucasfilm has announced that the next "Star Wars" movie will feature the dynamic duo from the Disney+ series "The Mandalorian." Jon Favreau is set to direct "The Mandalorian & Grogu," which is due to begin filming sometime this year. Disney and Lucasfilm seem to be confident in the project as it figures to be the next film in the franchise to actually hit theaters.
Director Favreau has ushered "The Mandalorian" along for three seasons. His other credits include huge hits like "Iron Man" and "The Jungle Book." Favreau is also set to produce alongside Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni, who was recently promoted to the role of Chief Creative Officer at the studio. No word on casting just yet but Pedro Pascal is all but assured to reprise his role as the Mandalorian aka Din Djarin. Beyond that,...
Director Favreau has ushered "The Mandalorian" along for three seasons. His other credits include huge hits like "Iron Man" and "The Jungle Book." Favreau is also set to produce alongside Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni, who was recently promoted to the role of Chief Creative Officer at the studio. No word on casting just yet but Pedro Pascal is all but assured to reprise his role as the Mandalorian aka Din Djarin. Beyond that,...
- 1/9/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
After making his triumphant return in The Mandalorian, Temuera Morrison was finally given center stage with The Book of Boba Fett. The seven-episode series revealed how Boba Fett had survived his supposed death in the Sarlaac pit in Return of the Jedi and his quest to take over Jabba the Hutt’s criminal empire. The Book of Boba Fett received mixed reviews, but fans have still been wondering if and when they might see season 2 of the series.
Well, Temuera Morrison spoke with NewsHub over the holidays and didn’t seem optimistic about the chances of a second season. “I don’t know what’s going on there,” Morrison said. “We’re coming out of this downtime period so I think everyone is just settling back in and it all goes back to budgets and what they want to do and how much the thing costs. I really don’t know.
Well, Temuera Morrison spoke with NewsHub over the holidays and didn’t seem optimistic about the chances of a second season. “I don’t know what’s going on there,” Morrison said. “We’re coming out of this downtime period so I think everyone is just settling back in and it all goes back to budgets and what they want to do and how much the thing costs. I really don’t know.
- 12/27/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Despite Jon Favreau – the creator of ‘The Mandalorian‘ TV series – claiming that the script for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 was finished even before Season 3 officially ended, it seems that the fourth season might not even happen after all.
Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.
Now, a month or two before the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes that reshuffled the deck industry-wide, so to speak, rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie.
Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film.
Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.
Now, a month or two before the SAG-AFTRA and writer strikes that reshuffled the deck industry-wide, so to speak, rumors started swirling around about ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 getting booted completely and turned into a movie.
Then, those rumors got even more legit when we recently heard that Pedro Pascal won’t physically return for ‘The Mandalorian’ due to his commitments on ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 and 2024’s new ‘Gladiator’ film.
- 12/11/2023
- by Luka Glavas
- Comic Basics
Star Wars Black Series action figures have become a cornerstone of collectible memorabilia, combining intricate detail with beloved characters from the expansive Star Wars universe. For collectors and enthusiasts alike, certain figures stand out for their craftsmanship, features, and the emotional connection fans hold with the characters. Let’s explore the top five Black Series figures that are currently capturing the attention of the Star Wars community. 1. The Mandalorian – Din Djarin (Beskar Armor) The Mandalorian series has reignited passion across the Star Wars fanbase, and at the heart of this resurgence is Din Djarin, or Mando. The Mandalorian –...
- 11/30/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Bo-Katan actress Katee Sackhoff commented on the speculation that Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin would be replaced in The Mandalorian with the Clone Wars character.
As Season 3 of Lucasfilm’s hit Disney+ series was airing, many fans felt the show's title was referring not just to Din Djarin, but also Bo-Katan due to her strong presence in the new episodes. This would make her the titular Mando instead—which certainly riled up the fanbase.
One of the show's executive producers supported the idea of Bo-Katan getting the spotlight. Then in an interview with Variety, Pascal himself noted how he "[thought the heavy focus on Bo-Katan] was great in that it also brings into full realization a beloved character that is from the world of [executive producer] Dave Filoni."
Read full article on The Direct.
As Season 3 of Lucasfilm’s hit Disney+ series was airing, many fans felt the show's title was referring not just to Din Djarin, but also Bo-Katan due to her strong presence in the new episodes. This would make her the titular Mando instead—which certainly riled up the fanbase.
One of the show's executive producers supported the idea of Bo-Katan getting the spotlight. Then in an interview with Variety, Pascal himself noted how he "[thought the heavy focus on Bo-Katan] was great in that it also brings into full realization a beloved character that is from the world of [executive producer] Dave Filoni."
Read full article on The Direct.
- 11/20/2023
- by Russ Milheim
- The Direct
Is there a corner of pop culture that Pedro Pascal won't stake a claim on? The man who is Mando in The Mandalorian and Joel in The Last Of Us has plenty of genre cred (let's not forget his small but lethally memorable role in Game Of Thrones), but it appears he's closing in on another big chunk of the entertainment sphere. According to SlashFilm, confirming :a[a tip from Daniel Richtman]{href='https://twitter.com/DanielRPK/status/1724880789165281528' }, Pascal is in talks to play Reed Richards, Aka Mr. Fantastic, the main man behind the Fantastic Four.
While the likes of Deadline and others caution that a deal is far from done, these things usually only get reported like this when it's much more of a possibility. Part of the issue to be figured out is the busy actor's full schedule, including finishing work on Gladiator 2, filming the next season of The Last Of Us...
While the likes of Deadline and others caution that a deal is far from done, these things usually only get reported like this when it's much more of a possibility. Part of the issue to be figured out is the busy actor's full schedule, including finishing work on Gladiator 2, filming the next season of The Last Of Us...
- 11/16/2023
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Ahsoka's unresolved storylines and crossover connections teased what Star Wars fans could expect in The Mandalorian Season 4 episodes.
While Ahsoka's quasi-cliffhanger finale immediately raised Season 2 speculation, Season 4 of The Mandalorian is expected to come first as filming was reported to begin in September or October prior to being delayed due to the industry strikes.
The following is a list of characters, plot threads, and possibilities that Mando's fourth season could explore in the wake of Ahsoka on Disney+.
Read full article on The Direct.
While Ahsoka's quasi-cliffhanger finale immediately raised Season 2 speculation, Season 4 of The Mandalorian is expected to come first as filming was reported to begin in September or October prior to being delayed due to the industry strikes.
The following is a list of characters, plot threads, and possibilities that Mando's fourth season could explore in the wake of Ahsoka on Disney+.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 10/10/2023
- by Savannah Sanders
- The Direct
This post contains spoilers for the Ahsoka season finale, which is now streaming on Disney+.
The Ahsoka finale, “The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord,” invites many questions. What exactly is the deal with the zombie Night Troopers? Why would a witch need a sword? What has been motivating ex-Jedi Baylan Skoll? Why does Grand Admiral Thrawn look so much like Elon Musk, when actor Lars Mikkelsen in real life does not resemble the owner of the social media network formerly known as Twitter?
Most importantly, though, is this: Exactly...
The Ahsoka finale, “The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord,” invites many questions. What exactly is the deal with the zombie Night Troopers? Why would a witch need a sword? What has been motivating ex-Jedi Baylan Skoll? Why does Grand Admiral Thrawn look so much like Elon Musk, when actor Lars Mikkelsen in real life does not resemble the owner of the social media network formerly known as Twitter?
Most importantly, though, is this: Exactly...
- 10/4/2023
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: Ahsoka" episode 8 — "The Jedi, The Witch, and the Warlord."
Well, the season finale of "Ahsoka" is somehow already here, and it definitely left us wanting more. That's not to say that episode 8, "The Jedi, The Witch and The Warlord," was lackluster or anticlimactic, necessarily. There was plenty of action and intrigue as Ahsoka teamed up with Ezra Bridger and Sabine Wren on the planet Peridea to try and prevent Thrawn and his army of death troopers from escaping out of exile. Now that Thrawn has finally been introduced into live-action after appearing in "Star Wars Rebels" and multiple novels by Timothy Zahn, he was finally given the spotlight he truly deserves. Then, the credits rolled.
As the last few minutes of the finale came to pass, multiple threads popped up that were all incredibly compelling, suggesting that there is much more to come.
Well, the season finale of "Ahsoka" is somehow already here, and it definitely left us wanting more. That's not to say that episode 8, "The Jedi, The Witch and The Warlord," was lackluster or anticlimactic, necessarily. There was plenty of action and intrigue as Ahsoka teamed up with Ezra Bridger and Sabine Wren on the planet Peridea to try and prevent Thrawn and his army of death troopers from escaping out of exile. Now that Thrawn has finally been introduced into live-action after appearing in "Star Wars Rebels" and multiple novels by Timothy Zahn, he was finally given the spotlight he truly deserves. Then, the credits rolled.
As the last few minutes of the finale came to pass, multiple threads popped up that were all incredibly compelling, suggesting that there is much more to come.
- 10/4/2023
- by Drew Tinnin
- Slash Film
Should Star Wars fans be expecting a Season 5 of The Mandalorian?
Due to The Mandalorian Season 3's weak viewership and news of Dave Filoni's upcoming MandoVerse crossover film, there's been speculation as to whether Lucasfilm intends to continue the Disney+ series past Season 4.
While all future projects are currently halted due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, here's what we know about Mando and Grogu's Star Wars future.
Read full article on The Direct.
Due to The Mandalorian Season 3's weak viewership and news of Dave Filoni's upcoming MandoVerse crossover film, there's been speculation as to whether Lucasfilm intends to continue the Disney+ series past Season 4.
While all future projects are currently halted due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, here's what we know about Mando and Grogu's Star Wars future.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 9/21/2023
- by Savannah Sanders
- The Direct
Wang Bing made his directorial debut with an astonishing odyssey through the dilapidated structures of the danwei, or state-owned factory, that were the norm for work in China until opening and reform gradually gave rise to more private enterprise. The 551-minute 2002 film, Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks, telegraphed its intentionality both through its politics, starkly depicting the lives of factory workers and the strain put on Shenyang’s industrial Tiexi district, as joblessness loomed. The film’s intuitive, necessarily lo-fi aesthetic allowed the artifacting visuals of its Dv shooting format to become a conduit through which to further imagine the fate of the eroding spaces of the danwei.
The monumental achievement of West of the Tracks galvanized the field of Chinese independent documentary in the early 2000s to such a degree that a new generation of filmmakers seemed to form almost instantly and take specific cues from Wang’s DIY ethos.
The monumental achievement of West of the Tracks galvanized the field of Chinese independent documentary in the early 2000s to such a degree that a new generation of filmmakers seemed to form almost instantly and take specific cues from Wang’s DIY ethos.
- 9/13/2023
- by Sam C. Mac
- Slant Magazine
The ‘Ahsoka’ series has already gotten a lot of fans hooked because of the overall quality and storytelling of the show. It is also clear that something bigger is brewing in the storyline because Ahsoka Tano and Sabine Wren are looking to prevent the return of Grand Admiral Thrawn, who is said to be the heir to the Empire. That means that the storyline still has a lot of things left to show in the future. So, how many seasons will ‘Ahsoka’ have?
‘Ahsoka’ is a limited series and is actually a spin-off of ‘The Mandalorian.’ That means this series will only have one season with eight episodes. However, the story of ‘Ashoka’ will be continued in the Mando-verse movie, which will conclude the New Republic era storyline.
The ‘Ahsoka’ series may be quite engaging, but it won’t have the longest lifespan because it was always meant to be...
‘Ahsoka’ is a limited series and is actually a spin-off of ‘The Mandalorian.’ That means this series will only have one season with eight episodes. However, the story of ‘Ashoka’ will be continued in the Mando-verse movie, which will conclude the New Republic era storyline.
The ‘Ahsoka’ series may be quite engaging, but it won’t have the longest lifespan because it was always meant to be...
- 9/2/2023
- by Ysmael Delicana
- Comic Basics
Even the President of Mexico is standing behind Yahritza y Su Esencia after the group faced extreme backlash for comments they made about Mexican food.
On Thursday, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador spent more than 10 minutes defending the Mexican-American group, saying he’d be open to seeing siblings Yahritza, Mando, and Jairo Martinez join Grupo Frontera during their free concert at Mexico City’s Zócalo ahead of Mexican Independence Day.
“There’s this group of kids… Yahritza and her brothers have a musical group. They were born there [in the U.S.], in Washington.
On Thursday, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador spent more than 10 minutes defending the Mexican-American group, saying he’d be open to seeing siblings Yahritza, Mando, and Jairo Martinez join Grupo Frontera during their free concert at Mexico City’s Zócalo ahead of Mexican Independence Day.
“There’s this group of kids… Yahritza and her brothers have a musical group. They were born there [in the U.S.], in Washington.
- 8/31/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
A brush of sadness crosses Hera Syndulla's (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) smile when her little green-haired son chirps, "I wanna be a Jedi," like his Aunt Sabine (Natasha Liu Bordizzo). To a "Star Wars Rebels" viewer, the intriguing part is that little Jacen Syndulla (Evan Whitten), a Twi'lek-human child, doesn't utter, "Like my dad!" Pragmatically, "Ahsoka," a live-action sequel to "Rebels," would not want to dive into excessive past characters. Jacen's human father seems to be a story that Hera prefers to explain to him another day. This is as tantalizing as his evolution from his original cartoon incarnation, which was precedent-setting for "Star Wars" humanoid hybrids.
Long before Werner Herzog said it on "The Mandalorian" season 1, a "Rebels" viewer might have demanded, "I would like to see the baby." No, not Grogu, the Mando's baby. But Jacen Syndulla. So "Ahsoka" finally debuting the little guy in live-action has ended...
Long before Werner Herzog said it on "The Mandalorian" season 1, a "Rebels" viewer might have demanded, "I would like to see the baby." No, not Grogu, the Mando's baby. But Jacen Syndulla. So "Ahsoka" finally debuting the little guy in live-action has ended...
- 8/31/2023
- by Caroline Cao
- Slash Film
Let me put this as straight as I can right off the bat: some of the best "Star Wars" stories are serious. "The Empire Strikes Back" is the least pulpy fun of the original trilogy and is my favorite by a country mile. "Andor" blew me away with its kind of radical approach to focus on the banal evil of Imperial bureaucracy that is just as much of a threat as space wizards with lightning fingers, if not more so.
So, if you clicked on this headline expecting a ragebait article, I apologize. You might not agree with what I'm about to say, but know it is coming from a deep place of love for "Star Wars" which is the most rich, diverse, and exciting blockbuster cinematic landscape I've ever experienced.
After watching the first two episodes of Disney+'s latest "Star Wars" show, I was struggling with something I...
So, if you clicked on this headline expecting a ragebait article, I apologize. You might not agree with what I'm about to say, but know it is coming from a deep place of love for "Star Wars" which is the most rich, diverse, and exciting blockbuster cinematic landscape I've ever experienced.
After watching the first two episodes of Disney+'s latest "Star Wars" show, I was struggling with something I...
- 8/24/2023
- by Eric Vespe
- Slash Film
Watching the first episode of "Ahsoka," I kept wishing George Lucas had been around during filming to provide the same direction he, as "Star Wars" legend has it, gave the cast of "A New Hope": "Faster, more intense." It's advice that Lucas's real-life Padawan, Lucasfilm Animation head honcho and "Ahsoka" showrunner Dave Filoni, could stand to take to heart.
Filoni comes from the world of animation, having gotten his start as a storyboard artist on "King of the Hill" prior to working with Lucas on the animated series "Star Wars: The Clone Wars." Animation, by its very nature, necessitates economic storytelling. It's much more expensive than live-action, so every shot has to maximize its ability to advance the narrative. You can tell Filoni enjoyed the extra leeway afforded by his initial excursion into live-action as a writer, director, and executive producer on "The Mandalorian" and "The Book of Boba Fett.
Filoni comes from the world of animation, having gotten his start as a storyboard artist on "King of the Hill" prior to working with Lucas on the animated series "Star Wars: The Clone Wars." Animation, by its very nature, necessitates economic storytelling. It's much more expensive than live-action, so every shot has to maximize its ability to advance the narrative. You can tell Filoni enjoyed the extra leeway afforded by his initial excursion into live-action as a writer, director, and executive producer on "The Mandalorian" and "The Book of Boba Fett.
- 8/22/2023
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
In the lead-up to the premiere of "The Mandalorian" in 2019, nobody really knew what to expect from the first-ever live-action "Star Wars" series. It wasn't until the appearance of a certain small, pointy-eared, green-skinned individual at the end of the first episode that season 1's "Lone Wolf and Cub"-styled plot came into focus. When the series returned for season 2, however, it quickly became apparent that showrunner Jon Favreau and executive producer Dave Filoni had much bigger plans than a story about a violent loner turned bumbling father (Din Djarin) trying to care for his mischievous adopted son (Din Grogu).
In fact, it's since become clear the tale of Din Djarin was but a stepping stool for a much larger saga about the New Republic's struggles to secure a foothold following the defeat of the Galactic Empire. The show's first spinoff, "The Book of Boba Fett," saw the titular bounty...
In fact, it's since become clear the tale of Din Djarin was but a stepping stool for a much larger saga about the New Republic's struggles to secure a foothold following the defeat of the Galactic Empire. The show's first spinoff, "The Book of Boba Fett," saw the titular bounty...
- 8/17/2023
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
The members of Yahritza y Su Esencia are apologizing after Mexican fans took offense to comments the group made during a visit to Mexico City.
The Mexican-American musicians — siblings Yahritza, Mando, and Jairo Martinez — caught some flak earlier this week after they answered some questions about Mexico City during an interview. Specifically, Yahritza, in between giggles, told an interviewer that she doesn’t like hearing “the cars, the police sirens, and everything” when she wakes up in the city, while Jairo and Mando said they weren’t so fond of the food.
The Mexican-American musicians — siblings Yahritza, Mando, and Jairo Martinez — caught some flak earlier this week after they answered some questions about Mexico City during an interview. Specifically, Yahritza, in between giggles, told an interviewer that she doesn’t like hearing “the cars, the police sirens, and everything” when she wakes up in the city, while Jairo and Mando said they weren’t so fond of the food.
- 8/3/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
The Witcher showrunner Lauren S. Hissrich promised to give fans “the most heroic sendoff” in season three for departing star Henry Cavill.
Instead, the Netflix fantasy’s eagerly anticipated final three episodes of the season, released last week, literally had Cavill’s Geralt of Rivia recovering from injuries in bed (before rousing himself for a final fight). The season’s IMDb scores plummeted and its final two episodes earned the lowest numbers of the entire series. Some critics were harsh, as well: Cavill “deserves a better exit,” wrote Av Club, while The Verge called the season “a wasted opportunity.”
Meanwhile, over on Disney+, Marvel’s Secret Invasion has been similarly ripped as one of the popular studio’s biggest stumbles. It’s finale earned just a 7 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, and headlines dubbed the project starring Samuel L. Jackson “the worst-reviewed Marvel project ever.”
The reactions follow what was...
Instead, the Netflix fantasy’s eagerly anticipated final three episodes of the season, released last week, literally had Cavill’s Geralt of Rivia recovering from injuries in bed (before rousing himself for a final fight). The season’s IMDb scores plummeted and its final two episodes earned the lowest numbers of the entire series. Some critics were harsh, as well: Cavill “deserves a better exit,” wrote Av Club, while The Verge called the season “a wasted opportunity.”
Meanwhile, over on Disney+, Marvel’s Secret Invasion has been similarly ripped as one of the popular studio’s biggest stumbles. It’s finale earned just a 7 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, and headlines dubbed the project starring Samuel L. Jackson “the worst-reviewed Marvel project ever.”
The reactions follow what was...
- 8/3/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
According to MakingStarWars, some rumors are circling around regarding the fate of ‘The Mandalorian.’ Of course, it is unlikely that this series will get canceled, given that ‘The Mandalorian’ has always been the most popular Disney+ Star Wars series and is one of the streaming platform’s biggest draws. But there have been mumblings about the format of the next step in the story of Mando and Grogu.
While ‘The Mandalorian’ has enjoyed three successful seasons as a series, the rumors suggest that the next phase in the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu would be a feature-length film instead of the series format that fans have been enjoying for years. And this comes as a big surprise, considering that Disney and Lucasfilm have already announced three Star Wars movies that will be coming in the future, and none of them seem to be ‘The Mandalorian.’
This news is a...
While ‘The Mandalorian’ has enjoyed three successful seasons as a series, the rumors suggest that the next phase in the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu would be a feature-length film instead of the series format that fans have been enjoying for years. And this comes as a big surprise, considering that Disney and Lucasfilm have already announced three Star Wars movies that will be coming in the future, and none of them seem to be ‘The Mandalorian.’
This news is a...
- 8/2/2023
- by Ysmael Delicana
- Comic Basics
Exclusive: After being forced to halt production with the launch of the SAG-AFTRA strike, the crime drama King Ivory from writer-director John Swab (Ida Red) is back up and running once again, in and around Tulsa, Ok, having been named just recently as one of 39 productions that will benefit from a SAG Interim Agreement.
Previously unannounced actors who have been able to return to set, pursuant to the agreement, include James Badge Dale (The Departed), Ben Foster (Hell or High Water), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul), Rory Cochrane (Black Mass), Ritchie Coster (The Dark Knight), George Carroll (The Town), Sam Quartin (Candy Land), Academy Award nominee Graham Greene (Dances with Wolves) and Academy Award winner Melissa Leo (The Fighter).
While production on the majority of studio projects has been shuttered, amidst a dual strike by SAG-AFTRA and the WGA, the actors guild is offering interim agreements to the projects of “truly independent producers,...
Previously unannounced actors who have been able to return to set, pursuant to the agreement, include James Badge Dale (The Departed), Ben Foster (Hell or High Water), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul), Rory Cochrane (Black Mass), Ritchie Coster (The Dark Knight), George Carroll (The Town), Sam Quartin (Candy Land), Academy Award nominee Graham Greene (Dances with Wolves) and Academy Award winner Melissa Leo (The Fighter).
While production on the majority of studio projects has been shuttered, amidst a dual strike by SAG-AFTRA and the WGA, the actors guild is offering interim agreements to the projects of “truly independent producers,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Fantasy dramas made a surprisingly strong showing in this year’s Emmy nominations, with several titles scoring in the top series categories.
HBO’s House of the Dragon and The Last of Us and Disney+’s Andor all landed a nomination for outstanding drama series, Netflix’s Wednesday was nominated for outstanding comedy series, and Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi earned a nomination for outstanding limited series.
It’s almost certainly unprecedented for five fantasy titles to get Emmy nominations in the outstanding series categories.
On the acting side, too, a few of the show’s stars broke through (though not as many as fans had hoped): The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey was nominated for best actress in a drama, and her co-lead Pedro Pascal was nominated for best actor. Jenna Ortega was nominated for best actress in a comedy. Also, Elisabeth Moss was honored for Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale.
HBO’s House of the Dragon and The Last of Us and Disney+’s Andor all landed a nomination for outstanding drama series, Netflix’s Wednesday was nominated for outstanding comedy series, and Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi earned a nomination for outstanding limited series.
It’s almost certainly unprecedented for five fantasy titles to get Emmy nominations in the outstanding series categories.
On the acting side, too, a few of the show’s stars broke through (though not as many as fans had hoped): The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey was nominated for best actress in a drama, and her co-lead Pedro Pascal was nominated for best actor. Jenna Ortega was nominated for best actress in a comedy. Also, Elisabeth Moss was honored for Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale.
- 7/12/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Yahritza y Su Esencia are hitting the road for the very first time. After the trio’s viral success as Música Mexicana’s rising stars, Yahritza y Su Esencia will head on their Obsessed Tour later this year.
“We’ve been waiting for this for such a long time! We are so ready to finally get to give our fans a live show,” Yahiritza Martinez, the group’s front person and vocalist, tells Rolling Stone. “We have been blessed to get to join some of our favorite artists and collaborators on stage recently,...
“We’ve been waiting for this for such a long time! We are so ready to finally get to give our fans a live show,” Yahiritza Martinez, the group’s front person and vocalist, tells Rolling Stone. “We have been blessed to get to join some of our favorite artists and collaborators on stage recently,...
- 6/14/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
“The Mandalorian” season three has been and gone quicker than you can say Grogu. The series will be looking to return to the Emmys this year after its first two seasons proved mighty popular with voters, landing an incredible 14 Emmy wins altogether as well as two Best Drama Series bids.
The show follows Pedro Pascal as the titular Mando, who searches for his place in the galaxy alongside his adoptive son Grogu, Aka Baby Yoda. Season three of the show widened the galaxy a little bit as Mando became involved in the Mandalorian uprising alongside Katee Sackhoff‘s Bo-Katan, who looked to reclaim her seat of power on the fallen planet of Mandalore, home of the Mandalorians.
Returning to the series was the ever-reliable Carl Weathers, who plays Mando’s ally Greef Karga. In this season, Greef has become a magistrate of Nevarro and rules with authority, clarity, and respect.
The show follows Pedro Pascal as the titular Mando, who searches for his place in the galaxy alongside his adoptive son Grogu, Aka Baby Yoda. Season three of the show widened the galaxy a little bit as Mando became involved in the Mandalorian uprising alongside Katee Sackhoff‘s Bo-Katan, who looked to reclaim her seat of power on the fallen planet of Mandalore, home of the Mandalorians.
Returning to the series was the ever-reliable Carl Weathers, who plays Mando’s ally Greef Karga. In this season, Greef has become a magistrate of Nevarro and rules with authority, clarity, and respect.
- 6/8/2023
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
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