Jon Favreau has confirmed that the scripts for Jon Favreau Mandalorian season 4 are written and awaiting further developments, as Lucasfilm previously intended to continue the Disney+ series before deciding to shift focus to a new feature film with Din Djarin and Grogu. Although it was widely believed the move to theaters marked the show’s conclusion, Favreau’s comments suggest the story may still continue on streaming, depending on future events.
Details on Production Plans and Show’s Next Steps
Recently speaking to Empire, director, writer, and producer Jon Favreau shared that all scripts for the potential fourth season have already been written.
“We were planning on doing a fourth season. I had actually written all of that. I still have Season 4 sitting on my desk here.”
— Jon Favreau, Director/Writer/Producer. The next phase for The Mandalorian now appears closely linked to the performance of the planned theatrical film. Should the movie be successful at the box office, there is speculation that Disney may opt not to return the characters to streaming in episodic form.
Fan Reactions to the Shift from Series to Feature Film
The initial trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu received mixed responses from fans, with some audiences concerned that the cinematic debut may feel more like an extended episode than a distinct movie experience. Favreau addressed these concerns by stating,
“It’s structured around a movie structure, as opposed to a serialized weekly television show,”
— Jon Favreau, Director/Writer/Producer. He further summarized,
“So there’s a larger throw to the whole thing.”
— Jon Favreau, Director/Writer/Producer.
Creative Team and Cast for the Upcoming Spin-Off
The new movie is set to be directed and produced by Jon Favreau, joined by Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and chief creative officer Dave Filoni as producers. Favreau expressed enthusiasm for his directorial debut in the Star Wars movie universe, saying,
“I have loved telling stories set in the rich world that George Lucas created,”
— Jon Favreau, Director/Writer/Producer.
“The prospect of bringing the Mandalorian and his apprentice Grogu to the big screen is extremely exciting.”
— Jon Favreau, Director/Writer/Producer. Lucasfilm President Kennedy added,
“Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni have ushered into Star Wars two new and beloved characters, and this new story is a perfect fit for the big screen.”
— Kathleen Kennedy, Lucasfilm President.
Returning Characters and New Additions
Pedro Pascal is set to reprise his role as Din Djarin, though reports indicate he may primarily provide the voice due to previous filming engagements, including Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Joining the cast, Jeremy Allen White of The Bear is expected to portray Rotta the Hutt. Sigourney Weaver will play Ward, the colonel leading the New Republic’s Adelphi Rangers and a former Rebel Alliance pilot. Rumors suggest that Embo, a bounty hunter from The Clone Wars, could serve as the main villain, though this has not been confirmed and the character was absent from the initial teaser.
Release Timeline and What Lies Ahead
The Mandalorian & Grogu is slated for a theatrical release on May 22, 2026. While no official footage has been made public yet, a teaser may debut at the upcoming Star Wars Celebration in Japan next month. The potential for Jon Favreau Mandalorian season 4 on Disney+ remains, contingent on the feature film’s reception and continued interest in the characters created by Favreau and Filoni. Fans can expect further updates following the film’s release and any announcements from Lucasfilm or Disney.
