Star Wars' 'Mandalorian and Grogu' Opens Strong, Leads North American Box Office

The Disney–Lucasfilm release "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" debuted to $81.9 million in its opening weekend, topping the North American box‑office and reaching an estimated $165 million worldwide after its first few days. The film, directed by Jon Favreau and starring Pedro Pascal and Jeremy Allen White as the voice of Rotta the Hutt, performed well in the U.S. and Canada market, with strong audience scores (A‑ CinemaScore, perfect scores from younger viewers and parents). Critics gave mixed reviews, noting a modest 63 % Rotten Tomatoes rating but praising the film’s adventure tone.

A reviewer who attended multiple screenings described the movie as a "Space Western" that captures the spirit of the original series while delivering "popcorn‑friendly" action. The critic highlighted the visual storytelling and the appeal of the titular duo, even as they noted limited character development for Din Djarin. Overall, the film is seen as a successful extension of the Mandalorian franchise, delivering solid box‑office returns despite a lower budget compared with earlier Star Wars releases.