The Mandalorian & Grogu cast: Who’s joining Pedro Pascal in the big screen Star Wars spin-off?
Your essential guide to the new and returning cast of the latest adventure in the Star Wars universe.
The Mandalorian and Grogu are back and this time their coming to the big screen alongside a few friends (and enemies).
After three seasons on Disney+, Mando and his adoptive son are getting the theatrical treatment in a film that promises to welcome new and existing fans alike.
The plot has largely been kept under wraps, however we do know that Mando and Grogu are working with the New Republic to hunt down and find Imperial warlords causing chaos across the galaxy. This journey brings the duo into conflict with the Hutts (of Jabba the Hutt fame), who are one of several parties vying for more power in this uncertain post-Empire time period.
The film is directed by the shows creator Jon Favreau, who previously directed Iron Man, The Lion King and Chef, and is written by Favreau and new Lucasfilm co-president Dave Filoni.
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The Mandalorian & Grogu is set in the years following Return of the Jedi, where the recently established New Republic is trying to take down various Imperial hold-outs across the galaxy to prevent the Empire from returning.
With a longer runtime and expanded (IMAX) scope, both Mando and Grogu are set to be joined by a whole slew of new and returning characters, including some fan-favourites from the various animated series.
Read on for a full guide to the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu, which is set to release on 22 May.
The Mandalorian & Grogu cast list
You can find a full list of announced stars below – scroll down further for more information on the actors and the characters they are playing.
- Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin/The Mandalorian
- Grogu (and several puppeteers) as himself
- Sigourney Weaver as Ward
- Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt
- Jonny Coyne as Janu
- Steve Blum as Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
- Martin Scorsese as an Ardennian fry cook
Pedro Pascal plays Din Djarin/The Mandalorian
Who is The Mandalorian? Orphaned during the Clone Wars, Din Djarin (or The Mandalorian), was raised as a foundling by the Mandalorians before the purge by the Empire that destroyed his home world.
Like another famous Mandalorian, Boba Fett, Din worked as a bounty hunter, taking out various targets across the galaxy before stepping up to care for his adoptive son and foundling Grogu. The adorable lone wolf and cub now work as hired guns for the New Republic, helping to take out rogue imperial warlords.
What else has Pedro Pascal been in? After a memorable turn in Game of Thrones, Pascal went on to star in The Last of Us on HBO and most recently joined the MCU in as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Grogu (and several puppeteers) plays himself
Who is Grogu? The cutest little guy in the whole galaxy, Grogu is a former Jedi in training and a member of the same species as Jedi Master Yoda. He survived the Jedi purge known as Order 66 after being rescued by legendary Jedi Master Kelleran Beq before being adopted as a Mandalorian foundling by Mando.
What else has Grogu been in? Grogu is best known for his star-making turn in The Mandalorian where he was brought to life thanks to a mixture of animatronics, puppetry and CGI to create one of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars universe.
Sigourney Weaver as Ward
Who is Ward? Not much is known about Ward beyond the fact that she is a high ranking colonel leading the Adelphi Rangers for the New Republic. Having fought as a pilot during the war against the Empire, this former rebel will stop at nothing to prevent another war.
What else has Sigourney Weaver been in? The prolific and legendary actress has starred in a whole host of classic movies, including Alien and Ghostbusters, as well as recent hits like James Cameron's Avatar trilogy and Paul Schrader's Master Gardener.
Jeremy Allen White plays Rotta the Hutt
Who is Rotta the Hutt? Rotta the Hutt is the son of infamous crime lord Jabba. Previously appearing in the theatrically released Clone Wars movie, where a baby Rotta was rescued by Anakin and Ahsoka, we'll be seeing a very different version of Rotta in the upcoming film.
First off, unlike many other Hutts, Rotta is highly trained and dangerous having honed his skills in gladiatorial fights. Whether he is a friend or foe to Mando remains to be seen.
What else has Jeremy Allen White been in? White started off life in the US reboot of Shameless before garnering acclaim for his performance as beleaguered chef Carmy in The Bear. Most recently, he played Bruce Springsteen in the biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere and is set to star in The Social Reckoning later this year.
Jonny Coyne as Janu
Who is Janu? Little is known about Janu beyond the fact that he is a key figure in the Imperial Remnant and a potential close ally of Grand Admiral Thrawn. It's entirely likely that Janu isn't even the characters real name as Favreau has teased that Coyne may well be playing a well known character from Star Wars history.
What else has Jonny Coyne been in? A prolific character actor, Coyne can be seen in the third season of The Mandalorian, the Stephen King adaptation 11.22.63 and Once Upon A Time.
Steve Blum as Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Who is Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios? Zeb is well-known and equally well-loved by Star Wars fans as a member of the crew of the Ghost in Star Wars: Rebels. A leading figure in the nascent Rebellion, Zeb has a tragic backstory as his species, the Lasan, were almost entirely wiped out by the Empire. An excellent warrior often acting as the muscle for the crew of the Ghost, Zeb has a particularly heart-warming character arc in Rebels, making his return even more exciting.
What else has Steve Blum been in? A renowned voice actor, Blum starred as Zeb in Star Wars: Rebels as well as voicing characters in Cowboy Bebop, The Legend of Kora and video games including Mortal Kombat.
Martin Scorsese as an Ardennian fry cook
Who is the Ardennian fry cook? We know very little about the proprietor of this particular food stall beyond the fact that he's the same species as Rio from Solo: A Star Wars Story, who was voiced by Jon Favreau.
What else has Martin Scorsese been in? The legendary director recently had a small but memorable role in The Studio on Apple TV. He's most well known for directing classics like The Departed, Goodfellas, Killers of the Flower Moon and many, many, many more.
The Mandalorian is coming to cinemas on 22 May.
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