Overview
- Empire unveiled two exclusive covers and a feature package with new images and interviews with Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White.
- Dave Filoni describes the movie as “a big celebration” of Din Djarin and Grogu and says the franchise is entering “a completely different era of Star Wars.”
- Temuera Morrison says Lucasfilm has “shelved” Boba Fett for now and indicates he is not part of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
- Reports say Lucasfilm adjusted the theatrical trailer to soften direct violence against human characters, swapping out several action shots for more vehicle and droid destruction.
- Coverage notes leadership changes at Lucasfilm and reports uncertainty around broader Mando‑verse plans, including the fate of a previously touted crossover project.