The Mandalorian and Grogu movie, released in May 2026, is the first new Star Wars film in seven years [1, 2]. The film stars Pedro Pascal as The Mandalorian, alongside Grogu, Rotta the Hutt, and the villainous Twins, who are Jabba the Hutt’s cousins [1, 2].
The climax takes place on the Hutt homeworld of Nal Hutta, where the New Republic launches a major assault on the Hutts' stronghold. Colonel Ward, played by Sigourney Weaver, leads the New Republic forces, with pilots like Trapper Wolf joining the attack [1]. The Mandalorian participates by advising the New Republic to fire on his own position to destroy the Hutt base. This results in a massive explosion that kills many Hutts [1].
IGN has raised questions about whether the New Republic’s attack could be considered a war crime, given the alleged destruction of the entire Hutt population on the planet [1]. This aspect complicates the film’s narrative, injecting a darker moral ambiguity into the story.
Critical reception has been mixed. The movie holds a 63% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes but an 89% audience score on Popcorn Meter, indicating a stronger positive response from viewers [2]. Forbes reviewer Erik Kain described it as "an absolute blast," calling it a fun, action-packed space Western and a spiritual successor to Return of the Jedi [2].
The film highlights the cute dynamic between Rotta and Grogu, while portraying the Twins as larger-than-life villains, enhancing the emotional and dramatic stakes for fans [2].
Forbes published its positive review one month after the film’s release, praising its energy and entertainment value [2]. Meanwhile, the moral questions about the New Republic's actions were discussed in June 2026 by IGN [1].
The movie continues its theatrical run with additional screenings and will soon be available on streaming platforms.
