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The Mandalorian & Grogu Rolls Out Global 25-Minute Preview Ahead of May 22 IMAX Release

Early footage screenings worldwide signal Lucasfilm's push to position the streaming hit as a big‑screen event.

Overview

  • Lucasfilm screened roughly the first 25 minutes at fan events in Paris and London, with IMAX showings for press, critics, influencers, and fans.
  • Early reactions describe a fast start, bigger scale, and goosebump‑inducing music by Ludwig Göransson, with social posts allowed May 14 and full reviews on May 19.
  • Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, director Jon Favreau, and producer Kathleen Kennedy appeared at the events to introduce the footage and meet fans.
  • The preview confirms new live‑action faces and set pieces, including Embo from The Clone Wars, Rotta the Hutt voiced by Jeremy Allen White, and large walker battles.
  • The feature opens exclusively in theaters and IMAX on May 22, marking the series’ move from streaming to a stand‑alone film designed for newcomers as well as longtime viewers.