ShanghaiMay 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The sci-fi adventure epic Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, produced by Disney Pictures and Lucasfilm, will hit theaters on May 22. After nearly eight years, a live-action Star Wars film is returning to the big screen, once again showcasing the timeless imagination and global influence of this legendary character-driven story series. Coinciding with the annual “Star Wars Day” (May 4), a series of diverse themed activities have been launched since the start of the holiday, including multi-city fan screening parties, themed exhibitions, pop-up experiences, and comic convention appearances, offering fans and consumers a thrilling atmosphere with immersive audiovisual experiences, interactive engagement, and emotional resonance.
On the afternoon of May 4, a unique IMAX special screening party for Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu was held simultaneously in four cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. Star Wars fans from across the country gathered together to celebrate this special moment. The event featured exclusive clips from the film, allowing nearly 1,500 fans to be among the first in the world to return to a galaxy far, far away on the big screen. As the grand scenes, thrilling action sequences, and the sight of the Mandalorian and Grogu walking side by side unfolded on screen, the venue erupted in waves of applause, cheers, and gasps. After the screening, the atmosphere remained electric, with many viewers still buzzing with excitement. Some praised the film for its “exquisite visuals and imaginative alien settings,” while others were thrilled by the “upgraded action scenes,” describing the fight choreography as “smooth, fast-paced, and crisp.” The duo of the Mandalorian and Grogu also won many hearts, with one viewer commenting, “The Mandalorian is both tough and tender, his protection of Grogu is meticulous and unwavering.” Grogu, with his adorable expressions and little gestures, charmed countless fans, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the new journey this pair will embark on together on the big screen. Many fans dressed up as classic Star Wars characters, expressing their passion in unique ways. The familiar phrase “This is the Way” echoed throughout the venue, evoking a unique sense of camaraderie and connection among fans.
Meanwhile, Disney China has also created a variety of immersive Star Wars-themed offline experiences across different cities and settings, allowing audiences of all ages and interests to find their own “galactic adventure.” From May 1 to May 31, a Star Wars themed exhibition will officially open at the Shanghai Science & Technology Museum, showcasing the vast universe of Star Wars from characters and vehicles to scene settings. Star Wars has always not only opened up broader imaginative horizons for audiences with its boundless visions of the cosmos but also continuously inspired emotional resonance and curiosity across generations through stories of courage, growth, and choice. This aligns seamlessly with the Shanghai Science & Technology Museum’s mission to spark public curiosity and expand cognitive boundaries through innovative and engaging methods. This collaboration brings the imaginative wonders of Star Wars to citizens, tourists, and families in an immersive and interactive way, allowing audiences of all ages to experience the charm of Star Wars up close while sharing the joy and inspiration of discovery and exploration.
Additionally, from April 29 to May 17, a special Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu Dolby House experience will be presented at Dolby House in Shanghai Zhangyuan. The event features themed audiovisual experiences and pop-up spaces, utilizing Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology to present exclusive content from the film, allowing audiophiles and the general public to fully experience the overwhelming power of this new sci-fi adventure and its more stunning, immersive cinematic appeal on the big screen. From May 1 to 4, new film-themed installations made a surprise appearance at the Firefly Anime Game Carnival in Guangzhou. The themed scenes featuring the iron-helmeted hunter and the adorable Grogu attracted many trendsetters and young consumers to stop and take photos, while cosplay interactions and on-site gift giveaways added fun and surprises to the event.
As one of the most influential content brands globally, the classic Star Wars character-driven story series continues to be loved and followed by fans worldwide, thanks to its deeply resonant characters, grand world-building, and rich content spanning films, series, animations, games, books, and comics. The highly anticipated Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu marks the first big-screen debut of the acclaimed series The Mandalorian. With its hardcore sci-fi style and delicate, moving emotional expression, the series has already received widespread acclaim from global audiences. As the film’s release approaches, Disney China will continue to present diverse themed activities and licensed products, extending this galactic adventure from the silver screen to broader consumer and lifestyle scenarios.
Produced by Disney Pictures and Lucasfilm, Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu will be released in 2D/3D/CINITY/IMAX/Dolby Cinema/China Giant Screen formats on May 22, 2026, simultaneously with North America, across major theaters in mainland China.
[Star Wars Themed Exhibition Information]
Opening Hours: May 1, 2026 (Friday) to May 31, 2026 (Sunday): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Subject to the actual opening hours of the Shanghai Science & Technology Museum)
Location: Shanghai Science & Technology Museum, 2000 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
[Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu Dolby House Special Experience Information]
Opening Hours: April 29, 2026 (Wednesday) to May 17, 2026 (Sunday): 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (excluding the closure day on May 11, 2026)
Location: Zhangyuan W7, 220 Maoming North Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai
