The Mandalorian, the show that gave the world Baby Yoda, is returning with all-new chapters and familiar faces! Season 3 of the Emmy-nominated, live-action Star Wars series will be coming back with "the main character that we all have known and loved," creator Jon Favreau previously shared on Good Morning America.
The return follows 2020's epic Season 2 finale, which featured a cameo by one of the stars of the original Star Wars films: Luke Skywalker (aka MarkHamill), who took Grogu (aka Baby Yoda) with him!
"The story unfolded as I wrote it.The Mandalorianinherits a great deal from existingStar Wars stories, and when I write, that context is always a consideration," Favreau has told the Writers Guild of America West. "It became clear that, within the established continuity, certain things were likely to transpire."
Many fans wondered whetherThe Book of Boba Fettwould serve as the third season of The Mandalorianafter the upcoming spinoff series was announced in the post-credits scene of The MandalorianSeason 2 finale. However, Favreau later clarified that The Book of Boba Fett is indeed "separate from The Mandalorian Season 3."
Until new Mandalorian episodes arrive, "this is the way" to everything we know so far about Season 3 of The Mandalorian...
What is The Mandalorian Season 3 release date?
On May 26, 2022, it was revealed thatThe MandalorianSeason 3 would premiere sometime in February 2023.
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Has production on Season 3 of The Mandalorian started?
Carl Weathers, who plays Greef Karga in the series, revealed at Steel City Con in August 2021 (via ComicBook.com) that they were "gonna start a new season of The Mandalorian, within the next month."
In September, one Twitter user shared a picture seemingly fromProduction Weekly that claimedThe Mandalorianwould film from Sept. 20, 2021 through March 23, 2022:
How to watch Season 3 of The Mandalorian
The Star Wars series is an exclusive Disney+ original. Before the new episodes arrive, catch up with the first two seasons, which are also available on the streaming service.
Is there aMandalorianSeason 3 trailer?
No trailer has been released, but we'll be sure to update once one drops!
Who plays the Mandalorian?
Narcos star Pedro Pascal plays the titular character, whose real name is Din Djarin. TheGame of Thrones alum couldn't disclose details about the third installment of the Disney+ series or possible Mando appearances in the upcoming spin-off series during an interview with IndieWire, but he said, "They are in the expansion of this world, where there are so many unexpected surprises and timelines that are going to be dealt with. If the character were to cross over into these worlds, it will be utilized in a way that isn’t meant to be expected. I wouldn’t want to spoil the surprise of whether or not characters from the show we already know are crossing over.”
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Who is in The Mandalorian cast?
Aside from Pascal, the hit series stars Weathers as Greef Karga and Giancarlo Esposito as Moff Gideon. Esposito previously teased that he will be reprising his role, telling Entertainment Weekly, "I have a feeling you'll see more of me next season. More than likely you're going to see a lot of Moff Gideon."
Katee Sackhoff also appeared in the second season as Bo-Katan Kryze. "The way that Lucasfilm left me in season 2, one of the roads that could be gone down — absolutely, you'd think — would be the unfinished business," the actress told /Film. "But that is so far above my pay grade, and you just don't know, right? As a fan of the show, I'm just excited to see what they come up with."
One character that fans can rule out returning to The Mandalorian is Cara Dune, played by Gina Carano. The actress was fired in 2021 following a post on social media. “Gina Carano is not currently employed by Lucasfilm and there are no plans for her to be in the future,” a Lucasfilm spokesperson said in a statement (via The Hollywood Reporter). “Her social media posts denigrating people based on their cultural and religious identities are abhorrent and unacceptable.”
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Meanwhile, a new face is joiningthe cast. Back to the Future star Christopher Lloydwill have a "guest-starring" role, according to THR.It's not yet known who The Tender Bar actor will be playing.
Will Baby Yoda return in Season 3 ofThe Mandalorian?
Fans can only hope! While Baby Yoda hasn't been confirmed for Season 3, the Mandalorian gave his word that he would see Grogu again.
*SPOILER* Mando's mission to reunite the Child with his own kind finally came to an end after two seasons in "Chapter 16: The Rescue." The second season concluded with Grogu leaving with none other than Luke Skywalker.
"He is strong with the Force, but talent without training is nothing," Luke told Mando. "I will give my life to protect the Child, but he will not be safe until he masters his abilities."
Mando encouraged Grogu to go with Luke, telling the Child, "That's who you belong with. He's one of your kind. I'll see you again. I promise."
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What will happen in Season 3 of The Mandalorian?
With Grogu in the care of Luke, it seems Mando is free for a new quest...perhaps involving the Darksaber? After defeating Gideon in the Season 2 finale, the titular character came into possession of the ancient lightsaber, which Bo-Katan had had her eyes set on.
"Gideon has a weapon that once belonged to me. It is an ancient weapon that can cut through anything," Bo-Katan said prior to teaming up with Mando in order to save Baby Yoda. "It cannot cut through pure beskar. I will kill the Moff and retake what is rightfully mine. With the Darksaber restored to me, Mandalore will finally be within reach."
Mando had told Bo-Katan that if she helped him rescue the Child she could have whatever she wanted. However, the Darksaber belonged to Mando following the defeat of Gideon. "She can't take it," Gideon informed the Mandalorian. "It must be won in battle. In order for her to wield the Darksaber again, she would need to defeat you in combat."
While Mando offered to yield, Gideon pointed out it doesn't work that way. "The Darksaber doesn't have power. The story does. Without that blade, she's a pretender to the throne," he said, to which Bo-Katan declared, "He's right."
Guess we'll have to wait and see how this storyline plays out!
Will there be a fourth season ofThe Mandalorian?
Although no announcement has been made, Esposito spoke about a possible fourth season during an appearance on People (the TV Shows!)'s Emmy Awards pre-show back in 2020.
"We’re living in a universe that is huge and there’s so much to explore," Esposito he said. "So I think this show is going to lay the groundwork for the depth and breadth that’s gonna come in season 3 and season 4, where you’re really gonna start to get answers."
However, one YouTube channel, StarWarsOnly, claimed in 2021, that Season 3 will be the final season of the series.
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