The Mandalorian

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Season 1
  • Network: Disney+
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 15, 2019
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 508 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 53 out of 508
  3. Negative: 60 out of 508
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  1. SirSwan
    Nov 12, 2019
    7
    Cons -
    - Cheesy dialogue
    - Generic personas
    - Predictable
    - Ridiculous action scenes
    - Literally feels like every big budget hollywood project

    Pros +
    + Visually impressive
    + Sets up interesting possibilities
    + Fun
  2. waahaa
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    BRILLIANT!!!! put Filoni and Favreau in charge of the star wars franchise for everything, they clearly understand star wars better than jj rj or evil kk ever could. perfect amount of old star wars stuff mixed with new. this i what filmakers need to learn should be roughly 70/30 old to new then slowly introduce new stuff...cant wait for episode 2 ...filoni favreau love you guys
  3. Rickremi
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Really well done. Feels like starwars. The score is a little underwhelming but overall I can’t wait to see what happens next.
  4. Iserlohn14
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Not sure why I even bothered, everything Disney has done with Star Wars has been a disappointment and this is no exception. Favreau is a journeyman director who brings nothing fresh to the table, and the plot is the same warmed-over "edgy hero who isn't actually edgy in fact he's a huge softie" that everyone saw coming from a mile away. Learn from my mistake and skip it
  5. Mal81
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    So far, the tone they have set is excellent. You can really see the influences of Rogue One all throughout. As with most stories, they have to grab your attention right away if they want you to see it through. They have mine.
  6. AlexGozalez
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Completamente fantástica, captura toda la esencia de Star Wars. Una muy digna serie a la altura de lo que se merece Star Wars.
  7. aabarber
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    the series that was brought to life by Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni is a master-class in Star Wars storytelling and Cinematography. The stylistic choices they employ in this show are not just there to pay homage, they are used because of their efficacy and to continue the tradition.
  8. Sprat51
    Nov 12, 2019
    7
    Got up at 6am to watch the first episode with other diehard SW fans. We thoroughly enjoyed it and laughed at all the right beats. The world building aspects is what impressed us the most. Obviously there were some pretty generic first episode scenes, but we absolutely are impatiently waiting for the next episode.
  9. MahbubAli92
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Crappy generic story, borrows heavily from genre cliches just like everything else Disney does. Pascal is completely forgettable and the FX are painfully TV-grade. If this is what the execs are counting on to carry the banner once the movies end, they are in for a world of hurt
  10. OlivierPiel
    Nov 12, 2019
    1
    This should be called, Texas Ranger, Space edition. It is riddled with stupid cowboy tropes and sad cameos of Carl Weathers and Werner Herzog here apparently for a pay check.
    Isn't it ironic how Disney wants to revive a Star Wars franchise that is, basically, a story of scattered resistance against a monopolistic empire.
  11. Dano7271
    Nov 26, 2019
    4
    It seams to me that Disney is just coasting off the success of previous Star Wars movies. Three episodes in and it's nothing but fluff... Not enough content on the Disney+ channel for me to continue a subscription... moving on...
  12. Moj3
    Nov 13, 2019
    4
    Felt like a Sci Fi channel special. The scene where he tries to learn the mount, the random "yoda" type character, and combined with the short run time were all reasons to be concerned. Hopefully they go more in-depth with future episodes, perhaps 60 minute - 90 minutes would help them to explain their story in more detail and make sense of what story they are trying to tell.
  13. Servase
    Jan 1, 2020
    4
    It's decent the first couple of episodes then settles into a formulaic funk that is boring and unengaging. Hopefully season 2 will have some plot other then mystery man keeps cute baby safe....
  14. LookinLeft
    Dec 4, 2019
    5
    This show is lacking a main story. So far, it just a compilation of mini stories with hope for a main story. It’s well made and I do want to keep watching, but my patience is wearing thin. Give viewers some story, bit a just a taste here and a flash there!
  15. watchdawg
    Jan 10, 2020
    6
    High production values, very 'Star Wars' in feel. The characters are generic and I want more from them in season 2. Minimal story and a finale that contains plenty of tricks but more plot holes / logic fails. Loved the art work credit scenes. I'll watch season 2 but I want more from it - a better story, well rounded and interest characters, better dialogue, and fewer gaps in logic (no-oneHigh production values, very 'Star Wars' in feel. The characters are generic and I want more from them in season 2. Minimal story and a finale that contains plenty of tricks but more plot holes / logic fails. Loved the art work credit scenes. I'll watch season 2 but I want more from it - a better story, well rounded and interest characters, better dialogue, and fewer gaps in logic (no-one is good at shooting then suddenly everyone can shoot perfectly, the baby is everything but we're set the building on fire, the baby is everything but I'm going to strap it to my chest and fly it through a town at high speed while being shot at, there is fire in space).… Expand
  16. drewanenomor
    Dec 27, 2019
    4
    It's alright, I liked how short the episodes were and how the plot lines were completed by the end of the episode. But now its formula is becoming too simple, I think that the season being only 8 episodes is it's saving grace.
  17. Fanstatic
    Nov 30, 2019
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Each episode has it's story ripped from a classic spaghetti western. The show feels hollow, mainly because the characters get no development (something to do with 30 minute episodes). Episode 4 was the worst thus far. A seen-before-many-times theme of a helpless village needing help from evil raiders. Even star-trek did this concept too many times. Why are TV/movie makers so afraid of writing something original?
    Everything is familiar. The Mandalorian is familiar. Yoda. Bounty Hunters. AT-STs. Stormtroopers. There is nothing original in this show. It's made for suckers who don't know they're being fed regurgitated nonsense and, of course, to sell a new range of toys. Disney are simply just too greedy.    … Expand
  18. AzureOrdine
    May 7, 2020
    0
    What a waste of money, boring filler monotonous content, only 2 remotely passable episodes, absolute garbage
  19. DrBlahBlah
    Nov 14, 2019
    4
    Great production value. And really dumb. And pointless. Did I mention pointless?
  20. olegbv
    Nov 29, 2019
    2
    I honestly don't understand the obsession. There's no acting, no dialogues, no twists, no camera work, nothing. The 3rd episode was the last one for me.
  21. Rattazustra
    Apr 17, 2020
    1
    I realize why many people like it, but I do not feel the same. It is lab-engineered to be liked, as long as you do not pay much attention and don't think about it. As soon as you do, it falls apart. It is like a drug laced garbage donut. It is cheap and worthless in it's essence, tailored to lull Star Wars fans in and relying on the massive disgust that many are feeling for the sequels forI realize why many people like it, but I do not feel the same. It is lab-engineered to be liked, as long as you do not pay much attention and don't think about it. As soon as you do, it falls apart. It is like a drug laced garbage donut. It is cheap and worthless in it's essence, tailored to lull Star Wars fans in and relying on the massive disgust that many are feeling for the sequels for contrast. It is not worth watching.… Expand
  22. TixyLix
    Nov 20, 2019
    5
    I just found it really boring, there are no characters, no overarching story to care about, and visually it looks cheap. I also don’t get why Star Wars under Disney has to be constant references to the original Trilogy? Why can’t Star Wars do something new?
  23. JonnyRaves
    Apr 1, 2020
    1
    The first episode or two showed some potential, but then this series fell flat on its face. Just goes to to show you that you can slap the Star Wars brand on anything, and people will lap it up, no matter how tired it is.

    This series is basically one space freighter full of PG-rated crap with horribly lazy and amateur writing. Among the myriad of shortcomings, there are the following    The first episode or two showed some potential, but then this series fell flat on its face. Just goes to to show you that you can slap the Star Wars brand on anything, and people will lap it up, no matter how tired it is.

    This series is basically one space freighter full of PG-rated crap with horribly lazy and amateur writing.
    Among the myriad of shortcomings, there are the following main turds points:

    - the main characters are wooden, boring, and horribly undeveloped
    - the acting is dull, lifeless, and corny
    - the bad guys are such incompetent weenies there is zero sense of tension; their ineptitude is supposed to be funny, but it’s just stupid
    - the famous actor cameos in each episode are distracting and the otherwise good actors are mired with weak, corny dialogue
    - our main character is supposed to come from this order of unprincipled, career bounty hunter/warriors, but he’s really just a soft wimp (who is not really a particularly skilled fighter) that doesn’t have a heart for hurting anyone, and yet somehow is able to dispatch countless bad guys, often without even hurting them.
    - his sidekick ex-shock trooper buddy is supposed to be believable as a great warrior basically because she has a lame 1990’s era armband tattoo.

    May the schlock be with you.    … Expand
  24. Deanomite
    Jan 17, 2020
    3
    It was too gimmicky, too much cute baby Yoda, the episode that really killed it for me was the Seven Samurai knockoff, there was absolutely no inflection, pure knockoff. Mandalorians are supposed to be selfish and unattached, can't throw that out before it is even established. All around, a polished turd.
  25. DarthNihilus
    Nov 13, 2019
    6
    Like everyone else I wanted to buy into the hype surrounding this show. Disney has somehow taken a guaranteed hit brand and constantly messed it up. The Mandalorian had great marketing which enticed me and many other Star Wars fans that were looking for something new. The pilot episode is shorter than I expected the series to be but somehow manages to feel long and at times boring. TheLike everyone else I wanted to buy into the hype surrounding this show. Disney has somehow taken a guaranteed hit brand and constantly messed it up. The Mandalorian had great marketing which enticed me and many other Star Wars fans that were looking for something new. The pilot episode is shorter than I expected the series to be but somehow manages to feel long and at times boring. The Mandalorian is the only notable character in the show thus far. I don't know that anyone else was even introduced and if they were it just shows how forgettable they were. The plot is razor thin which is disappointing. You get the sense that it is being made up on the go. The tone of the show is the most troubling part. It's almost like the series hasn't figured out what kind of show it wants to be just yet. It felt like I was watching an "Almost Movie" quality TV show with high level effects but barely any coherent writing. The much teased end of episode reveal wasn't what I expected at all. I'll watch some more episodes in the hopes that it will improve but definitely wasn't a strong start.… Expand
  26. joaquinstk
    Nov 13, 2019
    3
    They should call this The Tropealorian due to the complete unoriginality of every aspect of this production. Take just about any bland western and mix it up with every audio and visual cliche of the Star Wars Universe and put it in a blender and out comes the Mandalorian. Even the musical score seemed like it was borrowed with just a few notes changed here and there. Just bland as hellThey should call this The Tropealorian due to the complete unoriginality of every aspect of this production. Take just about any bland western and mix it up with every audio and visual cliche of the Star Wars Universe and put it in a blender and out comes the Mandalorian. Even the musical score seemed like it was borrowed with just a few notes changed here and there. Just bland as hell like every other Disney produced SWU production has been since they bought out Lucas. Zero character development and the ending is laugh-out-loud stupid.… Expand
  27. BarronOfDune
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    DISNEY SUCKS!!!!!

    lame show... I guess they knew Boba Fett was already ruined as a character so they just invented a pointless new guy to wear his armor... the effects are crap and have neither the charm of the originals nor the flash of a big budget modern movie... Pascal can't act and is given nothing to work with anyway

    DID I MENTION DISNEY SUCKS?!
  28. BabeRuthless38
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    I liked this show better when it was called Samurai Jack...

    that might sound like a compliment, but it's really not. After all the hype this is such a generic, pointless show that the nicest thing you can say about it is that it's a fifth rate cliche version of a few better shows. The characters are flat and goofy, the setting is stale, and just like with the Solo movie the entire thing    I liked this show better when it was called Samurai Jack...

    that might sound like a compliment, but it's really not. After all the hype this is such a generic, pointless show that the nicest thing you can say about it is that it's a fifth rate cliche version of a few better shows. The characters are flat and goofy, the setting is stale, and just like with the Solo movie the entire thing just screams "no reason to exist except to stuff money down Mickey Mouse's pants"    … Expand
  29. wormwood14
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Refreshing take on Star Wars. Maintaining the atmosphere of old trilogy while at the same time bravely treading into the new territory. I love the pilot and want more. Now.
  30. BellaSwan1992
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Watched it, hated it, I'm sick of all the new Star Wars stuff that always seems to be begging you to believe it's as goood as the originals. Hard to think of anything more pointless than a series about not even Boba Fett, but just his armor (and not even his armor, but armor that juts looks like his). Will not-Fett kill the cute little alien pet he was sent to assassinate? No of courseWatched it, hated it, I'm sick of all the new Star Wars stuff that always seems to be begging you to believe it's as goood as the originals. Hard to think of anything more pointless than a series about not even Boba Fett, but just his armor (and not even his armor, but armor that juts looks like his). Will not-Fett kill the cute little alien pet he was sent to assassinate? No of course not, because he's not an ice cold bounty hunter but just another generic "hero" in a rubber costume.… Expand
  31. dude_hey
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    It's like a spaghetti western set in the Star Wars universe. I know you're probably thinking, 'You mean it's a Firefly rip off?' Similar in concept, completely different in execution.
  32. LaSh4wn328
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    was really expecting more than this, it's just a stupid cowboys-in-space pastiche. I was hoping for something a little dark and edgy since it's about bounty hunters but they make it clear right up front that the mandalorian is a total white hat with a soft spot for anything cute and cuddly. Boring!

    The assassin robot was kinda neat but the 2 second scene from the trailer where's    was really expecting more than this, it's just a stupid cowboys-in-space pastiche. I was hoping for something a little dark and edgy since it's about bounty hunters but they make it clear right up front that the mandalorian is a total white hat with a soft spot for anything cute and cuddly. Boring!

    The assassin robot was kinda neat but the 2 second scene from the trailer where's spinning around shooting is really the only cool thing he ever does    … Expand
  33. Phoenixstar
    Nov 13, 2019
    0
    Very well made. Beautifully shot, great cinematography but the storyline is severely lacking. All bliss no substance.
  34. Goreminister
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    THIS is how to do Star Wars. Filoni and Favreau totally understood the source material and made a brilliant first episode. Those guys understood how to create a Star Wars experience better than J.J. Abrahms and Kathleen Kennedy ever could. Minor nods here and there to the original trilogy, perfect "Western"-Setting (like Lucas has done it in the good ol´ days). The story is simply (even ifTHIS is how to do Star Wars. Filoni and Favreau totally understood the source material and made a brilliant first episode. Those guys understood how to create a Star Wars experience better than J.J. Abrahms and Kathleen Kennedy ever could. Minor nods here and there to the original trilogy, perfect "Western"-Setting (like Lucas has done it in the good ol´ days). The story is simply (even if it has an incredible WTF moment at the end), and the soundtrack isn´t that good like the stuff John Williams use to do, BUT... That are only small complaints. This one is for YOU, Star Wars Fans, and I mean Star Wars fans, you know?… Expand
  35. Xmediacritic
    Nov 13, 2019
    3
    generic, pointless tripe

    Seriously, this is the best Disney could come up with after the infinite hype????????????????

    LOL
  36. notor12
    Nov 13, 2019
    5
    I don't see how this show can possibly work centered around a lead with no personality whatsoever.

    Mandalorians were given an interesting backstory in the canon, but they are largely devoid of emotion. That's not a great foundation to anchor an entire series let alone one episode. Even with more character development and background it is really hard to see how this can work.
  37. metabad
    Dec 7, 2019
    4
    If there's one good thing you can say about 'The Mandalorian', it's that it doesn't hit you over the head with gender politics, at least as of episode 4. That's mostly it.
    I hoped it would be good, but it's mediocre at best.
    In the first couple of sequences, it has the Star Wars feel to it, but soon you realize, that it's because of things you've seen in every single Star Wars movie.    If there's one good thing you can say about 'The Mandalorian', it's that it doesn't hit you over the head with gender politics, at least as of episode 4. That's mostly it.
    I hoped it would be good, but it's mediocre at best.
    In the first couple of sequences, it has the Star Wars feel to it, but soon you realize, that it's because of things you've seen in every single Star Wars movie.

    It's a show that's severely lacking, and I mean basic things like creativity, suspense, excitement, emotion and, as if I had expected otherwise, originality, like, maybe having it's own visual style?
    And you know what it's also lacking? Running time!
    With episodes of only a little more than 30 minutes, isn't it obvious that they have no real stories to tell?
    We literally see short episodes, with simplistic plotlines and solutions.
    In episode 4, omg, arriving on a planet getting to know some people, training a town and fighting some villains and an AT-ST, all in 30 minutes? That's as unsatisfying as eating icing without the cake!

    And, unexpectedly, it has a typical Lucas-fault, that is, lack of visible emotion.
    The main character wears his helmet all the time. Other characters are either cgi or with heavy silicon makeup or...also wearing helmets.
    But when actual actors with human faces appear, they are appreciated, like Carl Weathers, Werner Herzog and Gina Carano (great!). But those interactions are too short to really make a difference.
    Real acting, facial expressions can elevate weak material to something worth watching. Those opportunities are mostly lost here.
    And one question: Is the Mandalorian really played by Pedro Pascal or do we only hear his voice?
    I believe the latter is true. It's the logical and cost efficient way to go under these circumstances.

    As for originality: When you see the action scenes, do you see anything interesting or cool?
    Like, the gunfights. The other bounty hunters want to kill 'Mando', a gunfight ensues and it looks so generic, like dozens of gunfights you've seen before.
    Nothing in this show is fresh, compelling or original, be it the dialog, the sets, the action, the cgi effects...the visuals in general.
    It all looks like they weren't really trying, but just cashing in.

    As for saving money:
    Remember the scene with the green guy (episode 2?) 'Mando' froze in carbonite?
    Did we see some cool freezing effect? No, just as in 'The Empire Strikes Back', we see some steam blowing up and the next thing we see is him 'frozen' in carbonite.
    Are we in the seventies? Wth? It's 2019!
    Think what you will about 'Star Trek Discovery'. Yes, it's not good, it's barely half a Star Trek show, it's full of gender politics. But visually, it's in a different league than this show. CBS spent some money for this.

    'The Mandalorian' looks like it was made with the minimal effort necessary to get it done.
    First I wanted to give it a 5, but after writing this review I realized that the show is too underwhelming and the 30 minute format gives me no hope I'll see something meaningful or something with substance. Sorry, only a 4.    … Expand
  38. pootch
    Nov 10, 2020
    0
    E01 & E02 so far.. Has this changed to a low budget production? Absolutley boring.
  39. Bro2
    Nov 4, 2020
    5
    Decent, few issues for how massive the budget was but it’s star wars so. No way this is a 9+ by any means so critics were definitely bribed.
  40. Bubber
    Dec 21, 2019
    7
    It started out great, but then it turned into mostly mediocre filler episodes with no progression of the story line.
  41. AngryMeerkat
    Dec 22, 2019
    5
    It started off well enough and seemed like it might become a decent space western. But with each new episode I feel more and more like I've been tricked into watching 25 minutes long commercials for star wars merchandise. The level of production is certainly high but it lacks any depth or character development. And baby Yoda could've been a cute comic relief character for a couple ofIt started off well enough and seemed like it might become a decent space western. But with each new episode I feel more and more like I've been tricked into watching 25 minutes long commercials for star wars merchandise. The level of production is certainly high but it lacks any depth or character development. And baby Yoda could've been a cute comic relief character for a couple of episodes, but at this point it is hard to see it as anything rather than calculated attempt to keep the show trending on social media and sell plushies.… Expand
  42. juza
    Dec 24, 2019
    3
    Despite the TV series deal with a difficult world to manage (Star Wars dimension) it is not bad. But it was really really really bad for the production to break a story that could be told in a 2 hours film in 8 ridiculous 30-minute episodes. This ruined everything
  43. AWESOM-0
    Jan 1, 2020
    3
    Baby Yoda is cute but that still doesn’t make this a good show. I did like the first episode but it went down hill from there, with only a few moments that brought it up a little at the end. “Cash grab” is the only way I can accurately describe it. I did like the Easter eggs and the attention to the lore, but most all the introductions and additions felt forced and unnatural. Overall, itBaby Yoda is cute but that still doesn’t make this a good show. I did like the first episode but it went down hill from there, with only a few moments that brought it up a little at the end. “Cash grab” is the only way I can accurately describe it. I did like the Easter eggs and the attention to the lore, but most all the introductions and additions felt forced and unnatural. Overall, it felt like a ploy to introduce more toys to sell. Of course with Star Wars you’re not going to get the most intelligent sci-fi and you’ll have to learn to suspend your disbelief, but to me this was just a little too much and just felt like convenient story telling.… Expand
  44. wagalaka
    Jan 5, 2021
    0
    It blows my mind how abysmal the writing, acting, and directing are for this show. It feels substandard to 1980's TV series like "Airwolf"... or "Alf". The dialogue feels like it was written by 12 year olds making a fan film. "There seems to be a lot of carbon scoring"... "We've got company" ... "I've got a bad feeling..." . And seriously, they call him Mando? How lazy does it get? "MandoIt blows my mind how abysmal the writing, acting, and directing are for this show. It feels substandard to 1980's TV series like "Airwolf"... or "Alf". The dialogue feels like it was written by 12 year olds making a fan film. "There seems to be a lot of carbon scoring"... "We've got company" ... "I've got a bad feeling..." . And seriously, they call him Mando? How lazy does it get? "Mando is like Lando... so it's Star Warsy"... Why aren't all Mandolorians called Mando?

    I get it, people really want to love it because it's Star Wars, but give me a break. This is written for people who get excited by jingling keys. How do people turn their brains that far off without losing their vital functions?

    And there is no excuse for this. The budget for this show rivals programs like "Stranger Things", or "West World", and while "Mando" VFX are usually quite good, there is no way in hell it's that far beyond what is seen on either of those other shows. So why is it that the writing, acting and directing are so low end?

    People should be embarrassed for liking this show. It's barely a step above getting excited about a JarJar Binks cartoon.    … Expand
  45. Rasriis
    Jul 27, 2021
    0
    Poor CGI, poor acting, poor everything. I am so disappointed i cannot put it into words
  46. BobDurden
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This is what I've been waiting for. Star Wars as it should be. Can't wait to see what happens next!
  47. MAGA_Man
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Disney never seems to learn that using tons of green screen + props from the original movies isn't the formula to making great Star Wars content. Protip: WE LOVED THE ORIGINAL MOVIES BECAUSE THEY WERE GOOD, NOT BECAUSE THEY WERE CALLED "STAR WARS"

    Serious question: would anyone give a single iota of a damn about this show if it wasn't technically "set in the Star Wars Cinematic    Disney never seems to learn that using tons of green screen + props from the original movies isn't the formula to making great Star Wars content. Protip: WE LOVED THE ORIGINAL MOVIES BECAUSE THEY WERE GOOD, NOT BECAUSE THEY WERE CALLED "STAR WARS"

    Serious question: would anyone give a single iota of a damn about this show if it wasn't technically "set in the Star Wars Cinematic Universe"? Obviously not, it's cheesy and lame and derivative. It's a cynical cash-in, nothing more.    … Expand
  48. gamzly
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    just to counter balance the review bombing 0's im giving this a 10 ! i do not believe its a 10 i think its more in line with a 8.0 . this show should be rewarded for its bold direction , great practical effects , very interesting twist ending and lovely art and aesthetic.

    If you love star wars this is for you.

    nothing deserves a zero.
  49. julian111
    Nov 12, 2019
    6
    Well it is just OK. It is a kind of a "safe" show and it is too short. You can not get invested in a live-action show in only 35 minutes
  50. Nobilis1984
    Nov 14, 2019
    5
    I expected much more after the trailer. she series is so far only mediocre. It does not help if you show wonderful creatures and landscapes. The story is thin and the main character never takes off his helmet. seriously? how should you ever get warm with the figure?
  51. SoakerCity
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    Great TV. A return to form and sanity for the Disney Company, after giving in to radical political race and sex baiting. Its a smooth running, great looking, Space Western that gives great fan service, introduces fun characters and makes sense. The Bounty Droid is a better actor than Daisy Ridley.
  52. kingzardoz
    Nov 13, 2019
    4
    Lazy, safe, and boring. Most likely made for kids. Even though The Mandalorian is everything I expected, I am still impressed with the laziness of the writing and directing. Jon Favreau has set a new low for himself. In the final scene of ep1 the protagonist from a tribe of legendary warriors, feared by Jedi Knights, has a droid do 80% of the fighting for him. Only reason I am giving thisLazy, safe, and boring. Most likely made for kids. Even though The Mandalorian is everything I expected, I am still impressed with the laziness of the writing and directing. Jon Favreau has set a new low for himself. In the final scene of ep1 the protagonist from a tribe of legendary warriors, feared by Jedi Knights, has a droid do 80% of the fighting for him. Only reason I am giving this episode a 4 is because of all the money Disney threw into this production, it looks great but beyond that it is generic filler.… Expand
  53. kirkender
    Nov 12, 2019
    8
    Hey Y'all. It's a Star Wars show. Its fun, fast paced, action packed, mysterious, and a little funny. It's capturing the glorious pulp serial magic that Star Wars was originally based on, but with the high budget treatment. Love it. Nostalgic elements for the mega fans without being cheeky or naval gazing.
  54. Mrcool1989
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This was well worth the $6.99 a month Netflix should be sweating. I love the darkness, but yet dry humor that this show brings. So far the first episode has me wanting more. The ending is definitely setting up things to come.
  55. Gamexpert
    Nov 13, 2019
    0
    This feels like a Series created by a marketing team, not by actual writers and directors.
    They clearly put a lot of fancy Names in there to keep Fans happy, and i am pretty sure this will work out fine. But this series does not habe any Identity.
  56. VultuRex
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    The first episode is really great I can't wait for the next episode. Great VFX, music, and casting.
  57. saanashiruka
    Nov 12, 2019
    7
    its fun and interesting, cant wait for the next episode. but the main issue i have with the first episode is actually the main character, he is literally a different guy after meeting the droid, his personality just turn upside down from a silent type person to a very talkactive person.
  58. MFT
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    People are being too harsh. Main character seems to be interesting enough. Setting and story feels like something similar to animated series (clone wars/rebels) and overall it managed to capture the feel of the original saga. I have a feeling people are disappointed that the story isn't focused on jedi and lightsaber fights are nowhere in sight but if you are a fan of the expandedPeople are being too harsh. Main character seems to be interesting enough. Setting and story feels like something similar to animated series (clone wars/rebels) and overall it managed to capture the feel of the original saga. I have a feeling people are disappointed that the story isn't focused on jedi and lightsaber fights are nowhere in sight but if you are a fan of the expanded universe, series and games - you should like the series as well.… Expand
  59. Hmmmm1
    Nov 13, 2019
    6
    A very bad start, a mediocre first episode. I know this series it was made to manipulate blind people to subscribe to Disney+, but really that mediocre? It seems to have been done by Tnt
  60. Krowtic
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    The Mandalorian is part western, part space opera and all badass. The visual effects and cinematography are excellent. The world feels dirty and lived in; very much like classic Star Wars. Truly the best piece of media to come out of the franchise since Rogue One. The pilot has issues with pacing and at only 39 minutes long It's shorter than most prime time network television dramas butThe Mandalorian is part western, part space opera and all badass. The visual effects and cinematography are excellent. The world feels dirty and lived in; very much like classic Star Wars. Truly the best piece of media to come out of the franchise since Rogue One. The pilot has issues with pacing and at only 39 minutes long It's shorter than most prime time network television dramas but those problems are overshadowed with how intriguing the story is. The pilot has an excellent cliff hanger and i can't wait to see where it goes.

    Solid 8/10.

    I feel like i need to address the review bombing that this show is getting. The vast majority of reviews are positive which is great but there are some people giving the series a 0/10 for the dumbest reasons. What is a 0/10? There is not a single show that is a 0/10. a 0/10 show would be just a hour long black screen with white noise. It's ridiculous to give The Mandalorian a 0/10 just because you hate Disney era Star Wars. It's painfully obvious that these people wouldn't be happy no matter what they got.

    Just glad to see that most people aren't blindly following the Disney hate and giving credit where credit is due.

    /rant    … Expand
  61. DerekReide
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Just pure awesomeness. This is exactly what Star Wars COULD be and SHOULD be. I'm still blown away from it all. With its high production value, stellar cast, INCREDIBLE visuals, gritty plot, and action all throughout, this is easily one of...or better yet, the best thing in Disney's Star Wars reign next to Rogue One.
  62. Monitorhead
    Nov 14, 2019
    4
    Finally something new in Star Wars on the same level of Roque One. It has western coolness all over, with some hints to Return of the Jedi in the background. Looks breathtaking, real puppets, better and more intense then even Solo. No forced childish humor, and no stupid force powers that suddenly enable people to talk like on Skype. There is real normal tension here. After the Last Jedi iFinally something new in Star Wars on the same level of Roque One. It has western coolness all over, with some hints to Return of the Jedi in the background. Looks breathtaking, real puppets, better and more intense then even Solo. No forced childish humor, and no stupid force powers that suddenly enable people to talk like on Skype. There is real normal tension here. After the Last Jedi i have to dat this middle aged fanboy was complety done with Star Wars. But this feels like Disney wants to win me back again. Its working... hope to see more epic stuff like this!… Expand
  63. zexxx
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    The show looks great and tends to have that classic Star Wars feel.
    Soundtrack and sound design is decent.
    Sadly the show lacks appeal. there's nothing to root for in this show. it's lazy writing in spades. It's full of "funny" moments and gags. The "action" is terrible. there's no improvement on what we've seen from Star Wars in the past, people will generally stand around in the    The show looks great and tends to have that classic Star Wars feel.
    Soundtrack and sound design is decent.

    Sadly the show lacks appeal. there's nothing to root for in this show. it's lazy writing in spades.
    It's full of "funny" moments and gags. The "action" is terrible. there's no improvement on what we've seen from Star Wars in the past, people will generally stand around in the open and shoot each other.

    They went all in with the empire is a bad joke and they tend to fail in everything they do. When you watch episode after episode how bad the empire gets beat in everything it takes a lot out of it. there's never any feeling that any of characters are even slightly in danger.

    The razor crest is a joke of a ship that needs constant repair which is also a joke since they basically repair it with a screwdriver most of the time. how is the ship space-worthy is a mystery.

    It's sad the Star Wars which have captured the hearts and minds of many has come to this low point. Why not improve on what's there? it's mystery why it needs to keep getting dumber and dumber.

    I get people like it but it's truly baffling why they do    … Expand
  64. SirFaulty
    Nov 13, 2019
    2
    And this rubbish is what everyone was getting excited about? They may as well have arranged that Chuck Norris played The Mandalorian. Yeah...thanks Disney but no. Disney have cobbled all this generic rubbish together when they shouldn't have even bothered.
  65. LAN112
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Great EP 1. That's real Star Wars. Its far better than new trilogy. The Mandalorian is like Witcher but in Star Wars world. I hope that next episodes will be also great.
  66. shoulderoforion
    Nov 12, 2019
    8
    What a great opening of a series, like a breath of fresh air. My Third favorite Star Wars movie was Rouge One, as it was, at least for me, more true to what Star Wars is than any of the prequels were or as of that time (and since) sequels have been. This first ep had a Rouge One vibe, and I was diggin it. I gotta good feeling about this.
  67. Erik_Of_Bloom
    Nov 22, 2019
    0
    Sorry to say, after the first two episodes the Disney NuWars kicks in. The fun space adventure we were shaping up to get, one that felt VERY much like the Star Wars we used to love, vanishes, as obvious progressive politics are shoved ham-fistedly into the show (surprising no one, this is also the first episode directed by a woman) with the promise of more to come for the rest of theSorry to say, after the first two episodes the Disney NuWars kicks in. The fun space adventure we were shaping up to get, one that felt VERY much like the Star Wars we used to love, vanishes, as obvious progressive politics are shoved ham-fistedly into the show (surprising no one, this is also the first episode directed by a woman) with the promise of more to come for the rest of the season.

    The first two episodes are good though, although sadly, now stand as a sad reminder of what the show could have been without the contemporary politics being shoved into yet another show that absolutely did not need them. Hard zero.    … Expand
  68. raverbane
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This is what Star Wars is meant to be! A space opera / western all the way and that's not a bad thing!
  69. TheBraveFencer
    Nov 12, 2019
    8
    A good start to the season so far. I really enjoy the western feel to it along with learning a little more about Mandolorian tribes.

    Works well with its 30 minute run-time and the "made-for-TV" feeling helps cement this as the continuation of Western TV shows from the 50's, 60's, and 70's. Looking forward to the rest of the season.
  70. Ozzkek
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    I liked it. It was fast paced, straight to the point, but at the same time built the characters through action. Excited to see how the pace the show. The second episode felt like a show that builds upon the Star Wars lore, rather than just leech of the franchise.
  71. blacksun
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    So far so good! The pacing is refreshing. The plot and character development, while not extravagant, is laying groundwork to build upon. As it should. The character design and effects are top notch. The sound effects and score is solid and effective.
  72. CrimsonFlush
    Nov 13, 2019
    0
    Disney needs to pay Sergio Leone for ripping off his westerns with this uninspired episode. It's the cliche ridden Clint Eastwood stranger but with landspeeders, aliens and carbonite-frozen criminals. For once I'd like to see Disney come up with an original idea instead of this safe, mediocre garbage.
  73. DeNomolos
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Seriously impressed with this effort. This coming from a guy who can't stand the new movies. This show is what Star Wars is supposed to be! A Western with a firm moral compass. Love it.
  74. MiaSanMyles
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Old school Star Wars, the best post Disney. One of the highest quality pilot episodes in tv history. Excited to see how the season unfolds, could be one of the greats. It's the space western and cowboys I've been waiting for. Some people will hate it because they hate everything that isn't the old trilogy and it's trendy to bash Disney. The prequels were underrated and this is very good,Old school Star Wars, the best post Disney. One of the highest quality pilot episodes in tv history. Excited to see how the season unfolds, could be one of the greats. It's the space western and cowboys I've been waiting for. Some people will hate it because they hate everything that isn't the old trilogy and it's trendy to bash Disney. The prequels were underrated and this is very good, worth watching! I have spoken.… Expand
  75. Cinemaphile
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    This show makes an entrance like the Star Destroyer in 1977. The Bounty Hunter With No Name similarly bursts through the door like Darth Vader. The dialogue is spartan, just like a Western. There is no exposition. Everything we learn is from what the characters do and what they say.

    The protagonist is unflappable, ruthless and driven. Along the way we meet a bounty, his    This show makes an entrance like the Star Destroyer in 1977. The Bounty Hunter With No Name similarly bursts through the door like Darth Vader. The dialogue is spartan, just like a Western. There is no exposition. Everything we learn is from what the characters do and what they say.

    The protagonist is unflappable, ruthless and driven. Along the way we meet a bounty, his employer, his guild, a powerful client, a competitor and an unexpected package.

    This episode is slow and thoughtful when it needs to be and energetic and aggressive when it needs to be.

    Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau are the new faces of Star Wars. They've announced their presence with authority.

    Who needs Benioff and Weiss?

    Game of Thrones wishes it could have started with this big a bang.

    Star Wars is back and with a vengeance.    … Expand
  76. Rifton
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    Great, focused and pure Star Wars. It's thrilling, funny and even (insanely) cute at times.
  77. reviewmassa1920
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Even after seeing the trailers I wasn’t sure about this show but wow it is excellent and embodies Star Wars in the same way rogue one does. A grittier take and (take notes Rian Johnson) very good humor and nice surprises. Not been huge on Star Wars without Jedi but this show so far is way better than TLJ. Even if you’re just a casual Star Wars fan this show should not be missed. PutEven after seeing the trailers I wasn’t sure about this show but wow it is excellent and embodies Star Wars in the same way rogue one does. A grittier take and (take notes Rian Johnson) very good humor and nice surprises. Not been huge on Star Wars without Jedi but this show so far is way better than TLJ. Even if you’re just a casual Star Wars fan this show should not be missed. Put these people in charge of the movies ASAP...… Expand
  78. Grampus
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    Cant ask for any more than what we got. It’s original and exciting and drop dead gorgeous to look at. Had a blast watching the first two episodes. That theme music!!!
  79. RyanHerofTime
    Nov 22, 2019
    9
    As a Hardcore Star Wars Fan. Episode 1 of the Mandalorian Was really good!Slow start though! You can tell there was a lot effort put into this show. Dave filoni and Jon Favreau are what Star wars needs. It felt every different from your typical Star wars show. It felt very Western and Nior. Kind of like Cowboy Bebop( they have a writer from Cowboy bebop). The Action is fun. Not spoilingAs a Hardcore Star Wars Fan. Episode 1 of the Mandalorian Was really good!Slow start though! You can tell there was a lot effort put into this show. Dave filoni and Jon Favreau are what Star wars needs. It felt every different from your typical Star wars show. It felt very Western and Nior. Kind of like Cowboy Bebop( they have a writer from Cowboy bebop). The Action is fun. Not spoiling anything. But it opens and Answers old and new questions about the Star Wars universe. Its like it belongs in the Expanded Universe(The True Canon) It feels like the Mandalorian was meant the to be binged watch.I would watch this Over any Disney Star Wars Movies. I hope they can continue this.… Expand
  80. BraydenCole32
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Better than any of the new movies they’ve put out the past few years! Plus I’m a huge fan of Pascal.
  81. Bcap1415
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved it, was fantastic looking and had a great hook at the end. A more adult tone to it than some may want but it left me looking forward to the next episode… Expand
  82. Hotfuzz0328
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    This first episode exudes the Star Wars i know and love. Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni have my thanks! The western feel is perfect amd NO, Mandalorians don't typically remove their helmets... I personally can't wait to see more. Im glad they are respecting the lore and adding to it.
  83. deadeye616
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the Star Wars TV series i have always wanted. The galactic western story arch is the perfect choice for this character. It has plenty of action, little bits of humor here and there, but not so much that it takes away from the mysterious persona of the main character. Jon Favreau did an amazing job telling a story taking place after the fall of the empire. There a throwbacks a-plenty just in the first episode, and if you look closely, you might be able to see a familiar character in the background. Overall, everyone involved did an amazing job. Every character is memorable and you're left with wanting even more.… Expand
  84. StizNasty
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Loved it! A modern Western with a Sci-Fi twist not your typical TV show more like a movie sliced in two pieces!
  85. Carice870
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    Holy awesome action scenes while still paying props to the style of the original trilogy! I'm not a Star Wars geek, but i have a new favorite show! Hopefully they keep up the creative work.
  86. Ryfish
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Really well done. The show has a good feel about it and the story is intriguing. Looking forward to seeing where it goes.
  87. Sregnar
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazingly subpar for such a hyped show. Oh and I did I mention they ruined the magic and mystery surrounding Yoda? Wow.… Expand
  88. Modeyv2
    Nov 12, 2019
    8
    It’s a Star Wars Samurai Jack. Loved the direction it’s heading and the character.
  89. Moviereviewer15
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    What an awesome start to the first live-action Star Wars TV series that delivers on action, mystery and a Star Wars universe-changing surprise in the end that no one saw coming.
  90. NavyBean
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Good start. Looks great. Fast-paced. Who was Nick Nolte? Got a Gremlins vibe at the end.
  91. Dodger
    Nov 16, 2019
    8
    Easily the strongest thing to come out of Disney's Star Wars licence. Only complaint is the short episode length.

    Most definitely worth a watch to any Star Wars or Western fan.
  92. darthtodd
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Really enjoyed the first episode, felt like an old western! Still too early to tell if the plot will be good but fingers crossed.
  93. DFV
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Nice photography, production value is visible. Entertaining and fun... keeps you hanging.

    However it is too aggressive in content for newcomers to Star Wars Universe (no issue for me though).
    Definitely will keep on watching.
  94. AlaskanLost
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    I'm enjoying the slow start of it. It's still holding my attention and the filming is beautiful. I am enjoying the lack of dialog because it fits. The fact that each episode comes out every Friday it makes it easy to keep up to date. Excited to see where this goes
  95. FlippinSnip3r
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I told my parents i would drop off school if they did not buy me a real life baby yoda pet… Expand
  96. Dakyz
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    Star wars... What a nice words. If u really like these films, u should watch it!
  97. Segamegadrife
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    Это просто лучший сериал, спасибо за этот шедевр!!!
  98. Derp_man12
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    Really enjoyed this first episode. I LOVED the art style and look of the characters and set pieces. While there were a few prequel level CG shots, it mostly looked good for the budget.
    It wasn't perfect though. I felt like the episode didn't really have any direction or plot. it felt more like a short film than anything. Also, I feel like the show expects you to come in with a pretty good    Really enjoyed this first episode. I LOVED the art style and look of the characters and set pieces. While there were a few prequel level CG shots, it mostly looked good for the budget.
    It wasn't perfect though. I felt like the episode didn't really have any direction or plot. it felt more like a short film than anything. Also, I feel like the show expects you to come in with a pretty good understanding of who the Mandalorians are. It doesn't really give a good explanation of the metal and the significance of the armor. While I already have a pretty good understanding of the Mandalorians, most people probably won't. I guess it just felt like an episode in the middle of a season, not the first. Also, what the duck is with the music. ITs like a mix of classic star wars and pop, rock, and blues.    … Expand
  99. Skeletor71
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    This was thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. Even if you're not a diehard SW fan. My only gripe was it only lasted 39 minutes and I have to wait another week.
    Other than this there's not much for me on D+. I'm just keeping it for the kids so they can watch their Frozen and Moana and Tangled.
  100. UncleWillard
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Based on the last two SW films, and the spin-off movies (I did not care for Rogue One, though I did like Solo), I was not expecting much from this. I was pleasantly surprised. I liked everything. Mystrious race with vague connections to the original movies? Check! Murky quest of a mercenary? Check! Great effects? Check. There's nothing bad I can say. It was far too short is the onlyBased on the last two SW films, and the spin-off movies (I did not care for Rogue One, though I did like Solo), I was not expecting much from this. I was pleasantly surprised. I liked everything. Mystrious race with vague connections to the original movies? Check! Murky quest of a mercenary? Check! Great effects? Check. There's nothing bad I can say. It was far too short is the only criticism I can make. I was left wanting more so that's a good thing.

    Just adding /reaffirming my love for this series. This is what i want from SW. Any minor flaws disappear because it hooks you with story. I want to know all about these characters. I want to go on this journey. It makes up for the disappointing films.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. The Independent
    Reviewed by: Ed Cumming
    Mar 24, 2020
    80
    Where most of the films tie themselves in knots keeping up with the family travails of Skywalkers and Palpatines, The Mandalorian operates in relative solitude. ... Favreau keeps things just the right side of schmaltzy, while also creating a more textured universe than we are used to.
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  2. The Telegraph
    Reviewed by: Ed Power
    Jan 3, 2020
    80
    Amid the fan service, there is plot too. .. A series that has started in relatively low key fashion but seems certain to leave everyone, and not just Star Wars ultra-diehards, wanting more.
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  3. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Charles Bramesco
    Dec 3, 2019
    40
    Its issues hew toward the fundamentals of direction, performance, and dialogue, more problems of basic filmmaking skill than miscalculated vision. Favreau started from a more specific, vivid place than in his jobs for Marvel or on Disney’s wretched Lion King remake. Unlike his nomadic antihero, however, he doesn’t take it much of anywhere.
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