The Mandalorian and Grogu movie will begin streaming on Disney Plus on September 2, 2026, following its theatrical and home video releases [1, 2, 3]. The film first premiered in theaters on May 22, 2026 [1, 2, 3]. It earned approximately $345 million globally at the box office, a result considered below expectations compared to previous Star Wars theatrical releases [1, 2]. The reported production budget was $165 million [2].
After the theatrical run, the movie became available for digital rental and purchase in early July 2026 [1, 2, 3]. The 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray edition is scheduled for release on August 25, 2026 [1]. Despite disappointing box office returns, Disney has offset some losses through strong merchandise sales related to the film [2].
The Mandalorian TV series, which premiered on Disney Plus in 2019, significantly contributed to launching the streaming platform and boosting the franchise's popularity [2, 3]. Critical reception of the movie was mixed to mostly positive. Some critics noted it felt more like a series of TV episodes than a traditional film. Polygon critic Jake Kleinman called it "a desperate attempt to cultivate a new generation before it’s too late" and said "Baby Yoda was a once-in-a-generation character whose appeal has more to do with his visual design than the canon and lore that surrounds him... Jon Favreau understands this better than anyone" [1]. IGN remarked that "If you’re looking for a Star Wars movie that thrills, surprises, challenges, or demonstrates a vested interest in seeing its characters grow and change… The Mandalorian and Grogu is not the way" [2].
The movie's availability on Disney Plus on September 2 marks the next major step in its release schedule, following the upcoming 4K Blu-ray launch on August 25.
