Star Wars Confirms The Mandalorian and Grogu's Return After Controversial Movie

Image via Lucasfilm Published Aug 2, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT Ryan Smith is located just south of Boston and is a lifelong fan of movies, comics, music and all things pop culture... and pro wrestling, but don't hold that against him. The Mandalorian and Grogu were not the home run Disney or Lucasfilm was hoping for. In fact, it was from it — both critical consensus and the box office simply didn't meet the expectations set. Despite disappointing at the movies, The Mandalorian and Grogu are set to return for their next adventure. Still, both Din Djarin and, of course, Grogu, are household names at this point. There is absolutely no disputing their impact on the Star Wars universe following their introduction in 2019. With that said, there is nothing but potential for these immensely popular characters moving forward past their film's lackluster reception. The Mandalorian and Grogu: Nightmare on Nevarro Drops in October Image via Lucasfilm Publishing Delilah S. Dawson is once again delivering a brand-new story featuring fan favorites Din Djarin and Grogu — the characters who reignited the Star Wars franchise when it was sorely needed. As announced during San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Delilah S....