The Mandalorian and Grogu Set to Smash Domestic Box Office Records This Weekend

May 20, 2026 user

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After a five-year cinematic hiatus, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is touching down in North American theatres this Friday. With Baby Yoda back in action and Jon Favreau at the helm, tracking suggests the Disney+ phenomenon could roar past rival releases—possibly even outearning The Devil Wears Prada 2 on opening weekend!

How Much Will Din Djarin & Grogu Earn?

Industry insiders at CBR now forecast an $85–100 million launch for The Mandalorian and Grogu across North America. That’s a sizable leap from earlier estimates that hovered below the $100 million mark. Given its Memorial Day timing, it’s virtually guaranteed to debut at No.1 domestically, riding high on fan enthusiasm and pent-up demand.

Beating The Devil Wears Prada 2

The Devil Wears Prada 2, led by Anne Hathaway, opened to $76.7 million earlier this year—securing a spot among the top five domestic debuts of 2026. Even if the Star Wars spin-off hits the lower end of its predicted range, it will comfortably eclipse that figure, reaffirming the galaxy far, far away’s box office muscle.

Challenging Other Big Releases

At the mid-range projection, The Mandalorian and Grogu could overtake Project Hail Mary’s $80.5 million weekend haul and edge closer to Michael’s $97.2 million benchmark—the highest live-action opening so far this year. A strong performance this weekend will cement Disney’s dominance in the summer blockbuster race.

What’s the Story?

Picking up after the Galactic Empire’s fall, the series sees Mando (Pedro Pascal) and his pint-sized ward Grogu tasked with rescuing Rotta the Hutt. In return, the New Republic hopes to gather intel on looming imperial threats. Expect pulse-pounding action and heart-warming moments that franchise fans adore.

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