The Mandalorian and Grogu Flops at Box Office, But Scores with Families

Disney's latest Star Wars film, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," directed by Jon Favreau and co-produced by Dave Filoni, has underperformed at the global box office, potentially becoming the least profitable Star Wars film of the Disney era, worse than "Solo." The movie continues the story of the Disney+ series, with Pedro Pascal reprising his role as the Mandalorian and Grogu serving the New Republic. Critics note the film's predictable plot, flat dialogue, and over-reliance on franchise tropes, though its practical effects and puppetry are praised. However, the film has received an 89% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the highest for a Disney-era Star Wars film, and a 5/5 CinemaScore among boys under 13. The film is seen as a family-oriented move to stabilize the franchise, preparing audiences for future changes.