Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is heading to Disney+ on September 2, following a theatrical release that fell short of expectations. The film garnered $345 million worldwide against a reported budget of $165 million, leading Disney to acknowledge it "underperformed" at the box office.
The movie, which premiered on May 22, 2026, saw a soft opening weekend, earning $165 million globally. Its performance continued to decline, with a 69% drop in its second weekend. Despite the box office numbers, Disney noted that merchandise sales helped to offset the financial disappointment.
The Mandalorian and Grogu is a continuation of the popular Disney+ series of the same name, which helped launch the streaming service in 2019. While the series achieved significant success with three seasons and the "Baby Yoda" phenomenon, this carryover did not translate into robust theatrical ticket sales for the film.
IGN's review of The Mandalorian and Grogu described it as "Mediocre," awarding it a 5/10 and stating that it "is not the way" for those seeking a thrilling or character-evolving Star Wars experience.
The film will join its television counterparts on Disney+ next month, offering audiences another opportunity to engage with the story.