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The Mandalorian and Grogu are Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge – This is the Way!

Aug 15, 2024

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Millennium Falcon in Hollywood Studio's Star Wars land

Get ready to experience a thrilling new adventure in a galaxy far, far away when "The Mandalorian and Grogu" hits theaters in 2026! But that’s not all, Star Wars fans—this dynamic duo is also making their way to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.


A New Mission Awaits on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run


Hold on to your lightsabers, because when the highly anticipated "The Mandalorian and Grogu" movie blasts off in 2026, it’s not just a big-screen experience. Mando and his adorable youngling, Grogu, will be joining the action at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with a brand-new story on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Imagine flying alongside these fan-favorite characters on thrilling—and probably very dangerous—missions. And yes, this is as epic as it sounds.


Disney's Secret Weapon: Unreal Engine


During the recent Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23, Star Wars creative executive Dave Filoni and Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro dropped the news that has Star Wars fans everywhere buzzing with excitement. According to Filoni, Lucasfilm has been using Epic's Unreal Engine to create some of the virtual sets for "The Mandalorian," which means the same cutting-edge technology will help bring this latest adventure to life at Galaxy’s Edge.


"The intersection of storytelling and innovation has always been central to Lucasfilm," Filoni explained. And with this expanded partnership between Disney and Epic Games, the boundary between movie magic and real-world experience is about to get even blurrier. Soon, we’ll all get to see where this collaboration will take us next.


"This is the Way" to the Future of Disney Parks


The excitement doesn’t stop there. Josh D’Amaro made it clear that Disney Imagineers are hard at work making these dreams a reality. "We have Imagineers in place right now all around the world because everything we’re going to share with you is in active development," D’Amaro stated. "Plans are drawn. Dirt is moving. I just want to be clear about this: We are doing everything you’re going to hear tonight."


So, what does this mean for Disney fans? It means that by the time "The Mandalorian and Grogu" lands in theaters in 2026, you'll also be able to step into the action at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and join Mando and Grogu on a mission that’s out of this world.


Prepare for 2026: Your Star Wars Adventure Awaits


If you’ve been looking for a reason to plan your next trip to Walt Disney World or Disneyland, this might just be it. A brand-new Star Wars adventure is coming to life, and you won’t want to miss it. Whether you’re a fan of the movies, the shows, or just love a good Disney thrill ride, this addition to Galaxy’s Edge is sure to be a must-do. So, mark your calendars and get ready for 2026—it’s going to be epic.


This is the way.

Aug 15, 2024

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