The Mandalorian and Grogu Sets Record Worst Second‑Weekend Box‑Office Drop

Disney’s live‑action Star Wars film *The Mandalorian and Grogu* posted a 70.1% decline in its second weekend, the steepest drop ever recorded for a Disney‑era Star Wars release. The movie earned $24.4 million in its second three‑day weekend, bringing its domestic total to roughly $136.8 million after two weeks and prompting projections that it could finish below the $200 million benchmark typical for franchise entries.

Separate reporting notes that lead actor Pedro Pascal appeared unmasked for less than five minutes across the series and film, with body doubles performing most on‑screen action. Lucasfilm confirmed that stand‑ins handled the majority of the Mandalorian’s physical scenes, and Pascal’s likeness was largely absent from promotional merchandise, which now emphasizes the character Grogu.

These developments reflect both a sharp box‑office underperformance and a notable shift in how Disney is marketing its Star Wars properties.