The Mandalorian and Grogu review: This isn't a Star Wars movie but it's still a damn good time
The Mandalorian and Grogu is not a traditional Star Wars movie, yet it offers an enjoyable experience. While it features impressive visuals, it lacks the grand stakes and overarching narrative typical of the franchise. Ultimately, it stands as a self-contained story that succeeds as a film but does not fully embody the essence of Star Wars.
- ▪The film is directed by Jon Favreau and showcases larger set pieces than the Disney Plus series.
- ▪Despite its visual appeal, the movie lacks the thematic depth and stakes associated with the Star Wars saga.
- ▪It is described as a self-contained story that feels more like a standalone film than a part of the Star Wars universe.
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Follow Followed Like Thread Link copied to clipboard Add us on By Jake Kleinman Published May 19, 2026, 9:01 AM EDT Reviews This movie probably shouldn't exist, but I'm glad it does { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": "1", "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position":"2", "name": "Reviews", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/review/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position":"3", "name": "The Mandalorian and Grogu isn't a Star Wars movie but it's still a damn good time", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/the-mandalorian-and-grogu-review/" } ] } The Mandalorian and Grogu isn't a Star Wars movie but it's still a damn good time Image: Lucasfilm What defines “a Star Wars…
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