- Primary Subject: The Mandalorian & Grogu
- Key Update: The film features Din Djarin and Grogu fighting Imperial warlords and the Hutt cartel, with a confirmed theatrical release date of May 22, 2026.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: February 18, 2026
- Quick Answer: Lucasfilm released the official trailer confirming a voice cameo by Martin Scorsese as an Ardennian shopkeeper and a tribute to the late Carl Weathers.
After Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in 2019, the Star Wars universe returns to the big screen with The Mandalorian & Grogu. Lucasfilm and Disney have finally released the film’s official trailer, and as expected, it’s packed with Easter Eggs that nod to the franchise’s rich history.
From Martin Scorsese’s cameo to Embo's return, here’s a complete breakdown of all the Star Wars references hidden in the new The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.
Martin Scorsese’s Unexpected Appearance
One of the biggest surprises in The Mandalorian & Grogu is the unexpected cameo of Martin Scorsese as a monkey-like Aredennian character.
Known for criticizing Marvel movies, calling them “not cinema” but rather “theme parks” or “theme park experiences,” Scorsese here appears in a blockbuster sci-fi franchise.
His role is said to be brief, playing an informant to Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and providing key intelligence about the galaxy’s underworld.
Grogu Appears to Choose the Mandalorian Way
After showing signs of leaning toward the Dark Side of the Force, Grogu appears to reaffirm the Mandalorian way by using the Force to destroy a mouse droid in The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.
While this may seem like a small act, there’s no denying that “Baby Yoda” is still vulnerable and has shown both the temptation and the potential to embrace the Dark Side.
Although trained as a Jedi Initiate, his actions, such as choking stormtroopers with the Force and stealing food, suggest strong Dark Side tendencies, hinting that his emotions may not be as innocent as they appear.
The Old Separatist Base and Battle Droids
The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer also offers a glimpse of an old, abandoned Separatist base, where battle droids from the Clone Wars era remain.
By the looks of it, Din Djarin will take the lead there, which finally gives context to the presence of the Anzelans.
This diminutive sentient species may reprogram the dormant Separatist droids, turning them into new weapons.
The Return of Embo
After his appearance in Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 2, Embo returns, as seen in The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.
A legendary bounty hunter from the Clone Wars era, he was known for working with Sugi’s band to protect Felucian farmers from the Ohnaka Gang.
In the trailer, Embo appears only briefly, walking through a dark, gloomy environment. It seems he may be hunting Din Djarin, hinting that a huge bounty has been placed on the Mandalorian.
A Gigantic Beast from Dejarik
A gigantic, snake-like beast looms over Din Djarin in The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer. Din appears completely unarmed as he comes face-to-face with a creature that seems to originate from Dejarik, the holochess game famously played by Chewbacca.
If this is indeed the case, it adds yet another layer of spectacle for fans, tying directly into the saga’s original lore.
The Appearance of Zeb Orrelios
After appearing in The Mandalorian Season 2, Zeb Orrelios returns for another adventure in The Mandalorian & Grogu.
He continues his role as a pilot stationed at Adelphi Base and will join the fray as chaos unfolds, with Grogu using the Force on a landspeeder.
A Tribute to Carl Weathers
The Mandalorian & Grogu pays tribute to one of its major cast members, Carl Weathers, who passed away in 2024.
Best known for playing Greef Karga, Weathers was a foundational figure in the series, making the homage especially fitting.
In the trailer, a Mantellian Savrip bursts through a doorway, and the Aurebesh inscription reads “Weathers Apollo.” “Weathers” honors the actor’s surname, while “Apollo” references his iconic role as Apollo Creed in the first four Rocky films, celebrating his enduring legacy.
Grogu’s Future as a Jedi Master
While Grogu clearly chooses to stay with Din Djarin rather than follow the Jedi path, it seems it won’t be long before he changes stance.
In The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer, the young Jedi is seen meditating alone on a tree branch.
He appears to be seeking deeper mastery of the Force, hinting that he may be on the path to becoming a Jedi Master, guided by a new teacher along the way.
Fans are about to see all these and more when The Mandalorian & Grogu hits theaters on May 22, 2026.
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