Pedro Pascal to Discuss The Mandalorian and Grogu on Late Night with Seth Meyers
Actor Pedro Pascal is scheduled to appear on NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers” this Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
The appearance serves as a major promotional stop for the upcoming Lucasfilm production, “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” which marks a significant return for the franchise.
Promotional Tour Hits Late Night Television
The Wednesday night interview is timed to build momentum for the film’s theatrical debut, which ends a long-standing absence for the series on the big screen.
- Guest: Pedro Pascal
- Program: Late Night with Seth Meyers (NBC)
- Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Primary Topic: The Mandalorian and Grogu film release
The Mandalorian and Grogu Release Details
The new film is set to be released in the United States on May 22, 2026, serving as a cinematic continuation of the popular Disney+ series.
Directed by Jon Favreau, the film is the first Star Wars movie to hit theaters in over seven years, since the release of “The Rise of Skywalker” in 2019.
The story follows Din Djarin, played by Pascal, and his apprentice Grogu as they navigate a galaxy where the Empire has fallen but Imperial warlords remain a threat.
Fans of the franchise can stay updated on Star Wars film updates as the release date approaches.
Plot and New Character Introductions
In this new chapter, the New Republic enlists the help of the legendary bounty hunter Din Djarin for a high-stakes mission.
- Mission: Rescuing Rotta the Hutt, the son of Jabba the Hutt.
- Objective: Trading the rescue for information on a New Republic target.
- New Ally: Sigourney Weaver joins the cast as Colonel Ward, a leader of the New Republic’s Adelphi Rangers.
- New Antagonist: Jeremy Allen White provides the voice for Rotta the Hutt, described as a physical threat in gladiator-style fights.
Pascal’s Perspective on the Film’s Scale
Pascal has described the film as a “visual experience” that captures the feeling of true adventure he experienced as a child at the movie theater.
The actor noted that the script by Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni allows the character of Din Djarin to combine his bounty hunter skills with working for the “good guys.”
The film will reportedly show more of Pascal’s face, balancing the established Mandalorian creed with the desire to showcase the lead actor’s performance.
For more on the actor’s career, enthusiasts often check the latest entertainment news for project announcements.
Production Background and Technical Details
Filming for “The Mandalorian and Grogu” took place in California, beginning in August 2024 and concluding by December of that same year.
The production utilized David Klein for cinematography and continued the use of animatronics and puppetry to bring Grogu to life on the big screen.
Producer Kathleen Kennedy highlighted that the film aims to engage a new generation of viewers who consider this era to be “their Star Wars.”
The film’s runtime is reported to be approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes, offering a feature-length expansion of the world originally established on streaming.
