Up until that point, mostStar Warsmovies and TV shows were heavily Jedi-focused.The Mandalorianwas something completely new.

As such, some have suggested that the name be changed.

However, there’s an interesting story behind the title that people may not know.

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The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Title Has Deeper Meaning

Star Warshas always been inspired by samurai stories.

There are clear parallels between katanas and lightsabers.The Mandalorian & Groguis no different.

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The Empire also destroyed Grogu’s first home, the Jedi Temple.

As such, their story parallelsLone Wolf & Cubquite well.

The title is a nice callback to, and acknowledgment of, the story that inspired it.

Din Djarin and Grogu from The Mandalorian superimposed over a starry background

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It’s also the firstStar Warsmovie to feature the “&” symbol rather than spelling out the word.

However,this is more than just a departure from naming conventions.

This is a huge step.

Din Djarin and Grogu fly away from an explosion in concept art for The Mandalorian & Grogu movie

Since the title has so much significance behind it,Star Warsshouldn’t change it.

The title’s uniqueness is perfectly in line withThe Mandalorianitself and what the show did for the franchise.

After all, it is picking up whereThe Mandalorianseason 3 left off.

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This is a huge step in their relationship.

The Mandalorianis available to stream on Disney+.

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