Filoni Calls 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' a New Era as Boba Fett Is Put 'On the Shelf'

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.