Mixed Reviews Greet 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Ahead Of May 22 Release
Critics offered mixed-to-negative reviews and Rotten Tomatoes sits roughly 60–64 percent as the film opens May 22, testing the Star Wars franchise's box office momentum.
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Overview
Early critic reviews have arrived as the film opens Friday, May 22 in wide release.
The film is the first theatrical Star Wars entry in about seven years and adapts a Disney+ series for the summer movie slate.
Published reviews ranged from harshly negative—calling the film dull or clumsy—to mildly approving, calling it an efficient, family-friendly adventure.
Rotten Tomatoes' critic score was reported at roughly 60–64 percent, with one report noting about 77 reviews and comparisons to prior Disney-era entries.
Some commentators warned the film could flop at the box office if current projections hold, and others noted that additional reviews and audience reaction could change its standing.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame the film as a mixed, family-friendly spectacle by privileging personal anecdote and evaluative language that highlights technical flaws and episodic tedium. Phrases like "kind of a mess," "too dark, too muddy," and "a very loud movie," plus emphasis on kids' reactions, steer readers to a cautiously critical overall view.