Hey, fellow bounty hunters! If you’re as obsessed with The Mandalorian as I am, you’re probably itching for news about Season 4. The adventures of Din Djarin and his adorable sidekick, Grogu (aka Baby Yoda), have kept us glued to Disney+ since 2019. But with a new movie, The Mandalorian & Grogu, set to hit theatres in 2026, what’s the deal with Season 4? Is it happening, or are we headed to the big screen instead? Let’s break down the latest updates and everything we know so far.
Is The Mandalorian Season 4 Happening?
The short answer? It’s complicated. Back in February 2023, show creator Jon Favreau confirmed he’d already written scripts for Season 4, saying, “We have to know where we’re going to tell a fully formed story.” Pre-production was reportedly underway, and Din Djarin’s body double, Brendan Wayne, even teased, “See ya next season!” That got fans hyped for more small-screen adventures.
But then, in January 2024, Lucasfilm dropped a bombshell: a feature film, The Mandalorian & Grogu, is coming to theaters on May 22, 2026, directed by Favreau himself. This announcement left fans wondering if the movie would replace Season 4. Reports from The Hollywood Reporter in October 2024 suggested Disney might be pivoting to the film instead, especially after the 2023 Hollywood strikes disrupted production plans.
However, there’s hope yet! A December 2024 report from The InSneider claimed Season 4 is still “in development” at Disney+, though the movie will come first. This aligns with earlier posts on X suggesting the show could lead into the film, possibly as a six-episode season. So, while nothing’s officially confirmed, it seems Season 4 isn’t entirely off the table—it might just be delayed or reimagined.
For now, Lucasfilm is keeping things hush-hush (classic move), so we’ll likely get clarity closer to the movie’s release. Our guess? If The Mandalorian & Grogu is a box office hit, it could pave the way for more seasons or sequel films. Either way, Din and Grogu aren’t done adventuring yet!
When Will Season 4 Release?
Since Season 4 hasn’t been officially greenlit, there’s no confirmed release date. Originally, fans speculated a late 2024 or early 2025 premiere, based on the show’s typical production timeline (Season 3 took about a year from filming to release). But the 2023 writers’ and actors’ strikes threw a wrench in those plans, and the focus on The Mandalorian & Grogu has pushed things back.
If Season 4 does happen, filming would likely start after the movie wraps production, which is already underway as of mid-2025. Assuming a similar post-production timeline, we’re looking at a potential release in late 2026 or 2027—possibly August or September, following the pattern of previous seasons. But with Ahsoka Season 2 and Andor Season 2 also on Disney’s slate, it could be even later.
For now, mark your calendars for The Mandalorian & Grogu on May 22, 2026, and keep your fingers crossed for Season 4 news after that!
