“The journey never gets any easier. The bond just gets harder to break. This is the way…” Disney played a fun 35-second TV spot during the Super Bowl for the next Star Wars movie titled The Mandalorian and Grogu, continuing the story and the beloved series about Mando and his adorable “Baby Yoda” companion Grogu. This promo spot is a riff on all the classic Budweiser Super Bowl commercials where a carriage full of beer is lugged by big horses through a storm to get to the party. But this time it’s Grogu & Mando heading through the snow. Featuring the iconic voice of Sam Elliott, or so it seems. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu (as himself). This clan of two is ready for the fight! Starring Pedro Pascal back again as Mando, also featuring Sigourney Weaver and the voice of Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt. With more music composed by Ludwig Göransson – returning to score the franchise once more. Mandalorian and Grogu hits theaters in May 2026 early in the summer. I dig this fun TV spot, clever and amusing and a bit better than just rolling a clip package. What do you think? // Continue Reading ›

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