Pedro Pascal reveals his face as Din Djarin storms cinemas with Grogu this May

Star Wars is returning to cinemas after a seven-year absence, and The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer wastes no time raising the stakes.

The first big-screen outing for Din Djarin and his small green companion promises scale, spectacle, and something long considered unthinkable. Pedro Pascal’s Mandalorian goes mask-off.

For fans of the Disney+ series, that moment alone signals a seismic shift. Din Djarin’s creed, built around never removing his helmet in front of others, has defined the character since the beginning. Yet the latest footage confirms that Pascal’s face will appear beneath the Beskar armour and not casually. The reveal appears reluctant, loaded with consequence.

While the trailer keeps its central plot tightly guarded, it floods the screen with action and deep-cut characters from across the Star Wars galaxy. Din and Grogu embark on what looks to be a sprawling, creature-filled adventure that blends familiar faces with unexpected returns.

Rotta the Hutt makes a striking appearance, swinging a massive axe in scenes that lean heavily into brute force spectacle. Jeremy Allen White provides the voice for the character, an unexpected addition that instantly stands out. The infamous Hutt twins, previously seen in The Book of Boba Fett, also resurface, bringing their imposing presence back into the fold.

Elsewhere, long-time animation fans will spot Rebels’ favourite Zen Orrelios back in combat form. He appears to retain the voice of Steve Blum, strengthening the crossover appeal between animated and live-action storytelling. The trailer also offers a glimpse of a young Rodian reminiscent of Greedo and reintroduces Clone Wars bounty hunter Embo, expanding the film’s reach across multiple corners of the franchise timeline.

There is even an Ardennian in view, recalling Rio Durant from Solo. Notably, Rio Durant was voiced by Jon Favreau, who directs The Mandalorian and Grogu. Favreau, alongside Dave Filoni, has played a central role in shaping this era of Star Wars storytelling, and this cinematic step marks the most ambitious extension yet of their streaming success.

The scale clearly surpasses the small screen. Explosions ripple across landscapes. Creatures loom large. Battles feel heavier, louder and more immediate. The intimate father-and-son dynamic between Din and Grogu remains central, but the environment around them appears far more volatile.

And then there is the helmet.

For years, the armour has symbolised not just protection, but identity. Removing it carries spiritual and cultural weight within Mandalorian lore. The trailer frames the unmasking as dramatic rather than triumphant. Pascal’s face emerges within the iconic Beskar shell, a moment that suggests internal conflict as much as physical danger.

The question lingers: what compels Din Djarin to break from his strict code? The footage offers no direct answers. Instead, it teases a consequence. Some viewers may wonder whether a return to the Living Waters of Mandalore lies ahead.

The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive in cinemas on 22 May, marking Star Wars’ first theatrical release in seven years. The pressure is unmistakable. The streaming series proved to be a global phenomenon. Now, the duo must demonstrate they can command a cinema audience with the same force.

If the trailer is any indication, the film intends to deliver scale, nostalgia, and a bold character shift all at once.

The armour remains. The creed trembles. And Din Djarin steps into the light.

This is the way.