Mandalorian and Grogu Film Begins Disney+ Streaming September 2

Disney has announced that "The Mandalorian and Grogu," the first theatrical Star Wars film in seven years, will begin streaming on Disney+ on September 2, 2026. The movie, which premiered in theaters on May 22, 2026, will be available to all subscribers without an additional rental fee.

The film marks a significant milestone for the franchise, ending a theatrical release gap that began after "The Rise of Skywalker" in 2019. Directed by Jon Favreau, the movie continues the story of bounty hunter Din Djarin, played by Pedro Pascal, and his young apprentice Grogu. The plot follows the duo as they are recruited by New Republic officer Colonel Ward, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver, to rescue the heir to Jabba the Hutt, Rotta the Hutt, voiced by Jeremy Allen White, in order to track down an Imperial leader. The cast also includes Martin Scorsese in a voice role as fry cook Hugo Durant.

The streaming release comes just over three months after the film's theatrical debut and approximately six weeks after it became available for digital purchase or rental on July 21, 2026. Physical media, including 4K UHD and Blu-ray editions with behind-the-scenes featurettes and audio commentary from...