NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Jon Favreau, director of The Mandalorian and Grogu, the latest movie in the Star Wars franchise.
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Star Wars returns to theaters with 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Jon Favreau, director of <em>The Mandalorian and Grogu,</em> the latest movie in the Star Wars franchise.
Published May 21, 2026, 8:40 PM
Updated May 21, 2026, 8:46 PM4.0K
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