The Mandalorian

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Excited moviegoers entering a grand cinema lobby, with posters of blockbuster films like 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' hinting at a successful box office weekend.
Behind the Scenes

Memorial Day Weekend Box Office Hits $221.9 Million

Disney’s 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' generated between $100 million and $102 million at the domestic box office over the 2026 Memorial Day holiday weekend, according to Variety .

Victor Ren·May 25, 2026
The Mandalorian and Grogu strike a heroic pose in a vibrant spaceport setting, highlighting their successful box office debut.
Film & TV

The Mandalorian & Grogu Earns $82 Million Opening Weekend

The Mandalorian and Grogu collected $82 million in its opening weekend, contributing nearly half of the entire $221 million Memorial Day box office haul.

Julian Mercer·May 24, 2026
Brendan Wayne as The Mandalorian, in full armor, performing a physical action sequence with dramatic lighting.
Behind the Scenes

Brendan Wayne continues as primary physical performer for The Mandalorian

For much of Din Djarin's on-screen presence in 'The Mandalorian', actor Brendan Wayne performs the walking and action sequences, not Pedro Pascal.

Victor Ren·May 24, 2026
Behind the Scenes

The Mandalorian and Grogu movie earns $12M in previews

'The Mandalorian and Grogu' secured $12 million in Thursday night previews, according to CNBC .

Victor Ren·May 23, 2026
The Millennium Falcon with The Mandalorian and Grogu aboard, embarking on a new adventure through the Star Wars galaxy.
Behind the Scenes

Millennium Falcon Adds Mandalorian Adventure in 2026

On May 21, Disneyland and Walt Disney World's Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction closed for a single day, only to reopen on May 22 with an entirely new adventure featuring The Mandalorian and

Victor Ren·May 23, 2026
The Mandalorian and Grogu stand together against a backdrop of stars, ready for their big-screen adventure in the upcoming 2026 Star Wars movie.
Film & TV

The Mandalorian and Grogu: Star Wars Movie in 2026

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters on May 22, 2026, marking a significant cinematic return for the beloved Disney+ series.

Julian Mercer·May 6, 2026
A film set with a large LED screen displaying a vibrant alien world, showcasing the use of virtual production technology.
Behind the Scenes

How Virtual Production LED Walls Use Real-Time Rendering for Filmmaking

Over 50 percent of The Mandalorian Season 1 was filmed using LED volumes, completely eliminating the need for traditional location shoots for those scenes, according to fxguide .

Victor Ren·April 16, 2026
A film crew on a soundstage using large LED screens to display a realistic alien desert, with actors performing in front of the immersive digital environment, showcasing virtual production technology.
Behind the Scenes

What Is Virtual Production in Filmmaking? A Comprehensive Guide

Virtual production is revolutionizing filmmaking by blending physical and digital worlds in real time. This comprehensive guide explores how technologies like LED walls and real-time rendering offer filmmakers unprecedented creative control and efficiency.

Victor Ren·March 30, 2026