The Mandalorian and Grogu sees softer box office in week two; Hasbro debuts Zeb figure
The Mandalorian and Grogu softened at the box office in its second weekend as critics issued mixed reviews, with many praising the action and Grogu moments while calling out sluggish pacing and clichéd dialogue. Multiple moviegoers reported the film felt like three TV episodes compressed into a 2.5 hour runtime, and several viewers noted IMAX 3D shots and specific character beats as highlights. Hasbro unveiled a new Star Wars: Black Series Zeb (New Republic) action figure tied to the release, adding a collectible from the film's New Republic era to retail shelves. The softer theatrical momentum combined with tie-in merchandise matters because box office performance and collectibles sales will influence whether Star Wars returns regularly to theaters or remains primarily a streaming-first franchise.
