Ever since Disney acquired the Star Wars franchise, they have been on a roller coaster ride. There have been numerous shows, both animated and live-action, and movies that were given the Star Wars title, but only a few of them are worth your time and attention. Many came to believe that the franchise they knew was dead and that it was best to move on… until one series changed everyone’s opinion and proved that it could be just as loved as the Classic Trilogy.
We are, of course, talking about the Mandalorian. This western take on a traditionally sci-fi franchise was a breath of fresh air for fans, as it not only expanded the scope of the Star Wars franchise (as if it wasn’t massive enough), but also rekindled the joy of exploring each destination for fans. However, due to the massive writer’s strike that’s happening in America, it seems like season 4 of the show needs to take a backseat – but the alternative presented seems to be a lot more promising.
For those unaware, Disney has already been hinting at at least three different Mandalorian movies for the coming years, one of which involves Daisy Ridley reprising her role as Rey and trying to rebuild the Jedi Order; another film on how the original order came to be; and another that’s meant to close out Din Djrain, Ashoka Tano’s story, and the Mando-verse (the Mandalorian series) altogether.
However, plans change when life throws curveballs at you, and no one is spared. Studios are feeling the pinch as the Writers Guild of America strike has been going on for three months now and shows no signs of slowing down; if anything, it is picking up steam. Because of this, studios are forced to rethink their various projects, including Disney. Thus, information has been leaked stating that studio executives have chosen to make the fourth season of The Mandalorian into a movie in order to improve the visual experience of the fans.
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It’s no surprise that the stories of The Mandalorian and Ashoka Tano are closely intertwined. The two television seasons required to set up Dave Filoni’s movie, The Mandalorian Season 4 and Ahsoka Season 2, may find it challenging to be completed in time, according to the leak. As a result, The Mandalorian Season 4 might be condensed into a film that debuts after Rey’s sequel, which will not happen until May 2026.
Though the wait might be longer for various reasons, this might be something The Mandalorian needs right now. The leap from season 1 and 2’s almost episodic narratives to a larger-than-life continuous adventure in season 3 was quite a jump for some viewers, and the film might be the one to reconcile both narratives in one cinematic experience.
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