Grogu steals show at UK fan event for The Mandalorian & Grogu
Recently in London, there was an exciting fan event for Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu, where notable figures like Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jon Favreau, and Kathleen Kennedy made appearances. This film marks Star Wars' return to cinemas after more than six years, continuing the story from the Disney+ series. Directed by Jon Favreau, it follows bounty hunter Din Djarin and Grogu on a quest to rescue Rotta the Hutt. Pascal praised the strong connection audiences feel between the two characters and lauded Favreau's commitment to the Star Wars universe. The film is set to debut on May 22, which also marks Kathleen Kennedy's exit as Lucasfilm president after 14 years, while Grogu remains a beloved cultural figure.
Key facts
- Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jon Favreau, and Kathleen Kennedy attended the UK fan event for Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu in London.
- The film marks Star Wars' return to cinemas for the first time in more than six years.
- Directed by Jon Favreau, it continues the story from the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian.
- The film follows Din Djarin and Grogu as they attempt to rescue Jabba the Hutt's son, Rotta the Hutt.
- Sigourney Weaver joins the franchise as Colonel Ward.
- Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as Lucasfilm president in January after 14 years.
- Grogu has become a pop culture phenomenon through internet memes, merchandise, and social media.
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu opens in cinemas on 22 May.
Entities
Artists
- Pedro Pascal
- Sigourney Weaver
- Jeremy Allen White
- Jon Favreau
- Kathleen Kennedy
Institutions
- BBC
- Disney+
- Lucasfilm
- Disney
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom