Chapter 16: The Rescue

Name: Chapter 16: The Rescue
Genre: Drama, Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Released: December 18, 2020

The Mandalorian: Season 2: Episode 8

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Disney+ | Air Date: December 18, 2020

Summary: The Mandalorian and his allies embark on an ambitious rescue attempt.

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction

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Season 2 Episodes

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S2:E8. Chapter 16: The Rescue
Air Date: December 18, 2020
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S2:E8. Chapter 16: The Rescue
Air Date: December 18, 2020
8.4
S2:E7. Chapter 15: The Believer
Air Date: December 11, 2020

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nathanfalcucci

Dec 20, 2020

This episode was the best season finale I have ever seen in my entire life. For a Star Wars fan, it means a lot. Thanks Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni.

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Vulcan

Sep 25, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mandalorian pulled off something I didnt think possible. It has managed to preserve all the wonder that made the original trilogy great, but still managed to make a story that is refreshingly original in its take. This episode just punctuates that so amazingly well with the arrival of Luke Skywalker. Even the way he arrives reminds me of Darth Vader in Rogue One, but this time the badass is on the good side! The way it was done was just masterful - when I saw the X-Wing arrive I thought it must be "some random Jedi". By the time I saw the green lightsaber, I was like, cool - its just like Luke's - I guess they reused a stage prop ;-). Then when I saw his glove, I thought - no. Can't be. And when he raises his hood, it was just incredible!

Well done Favreau. The Last Jedi was so awful a movie that it was the only Star Wars film I've watched only once, and have since tried to eliminate it from memory. It left a strange void about Luke's life that this episode filled so well - showing Luke as he was always meant to be. It was not blatant fan service and rehashed nonsense, but just consistent with how that story should have continued.… Expand

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LockDaisy

Feb 19, 2021

THIS is the Luke Skywalker that I wanted to see!!! Seeing Luke, who had just finally begun growing into the hero and legend he was destined to be in ROTJ, immediately turn into the antisocial, nephew-murdering, family-abandoning loser in TLJ who failed at building a new, improved,THIS is the Luke Skywalker that I wanted to see!!! Seeing Luke, who had just finally begun growing into the hero and legend he was destined to be in ROTJ, immediately turn into the antisocial, nephew-murdering, family-abandoning loser in TLJ who failed at building a new, improved, successful, and lasting Jedi Order and then died alone absolutely broke my heart. Seeing him like THIS, back when he was still a symbol of hope, was the most uplifting, triumphant thing I have seen on television in YEARS. The buildup was fantastic, and the entire scene was nothing short of rapturous

And the best thing? His arrival didn't diminish any of the new characters at all!! While Luke's scene was absolutely INCREDIBLE, Din and Grogu's goodbye still captured my attention and my heart. This episode allowed EVERYBODY to shine, and I absolutely adore that!!!!

Oh god, in a way, this makes the Disney Trilogy THAT MUCH WORSE though. Like, I would give ANYTHING, any amount of money, for Disney to create an alternate timeline where Leia successfully leads the New Republic, Luke successfully builds a new and improved Jedi Order, and every OT character is respected and didn't have their victories undid. I want to have a new timeline where they get to maintain their successes while allowing new characters to take the torch, face entirely new and different problems, and shine

ABSOLUTE 10000000/10!!!!!… Expand

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sbkw1983

Dec 21, 2020

A spectacular finale for an absolutely excellent (I'm talking original trilogy level) Season 2 of The Mandalorian. The episode's final act had me in denial at first, followed by wonder, and eventually, elation and joy (also, admittedly, tears). What an ending it was! Old friends made aA spectacular finale for an absolutely excellent (I'm talking original trilogy level) Season 2 of The Mandalorian. The episode's final act had me in denial at first, followed by wonder, and eventually, elation and joy (also, admittedly, tears). What an ending it was! Old friends made a memorable appearance that won't be forgotten. Grogu and Din shared a beautiful moment that mirrored that of Luke and Anakin in RotJ.

The stormtroopers, as is usual within Star Wars lore, still aimed terribly, and the four women team-up - aided by beskar, jetpacks, talent, training, and, more backstory than Rey Palpatine will ever have - kicked ass, and almost, al-f**king-most, completed their entire mission objectives (Moff Gideon's noteworthy cunning, unfortunately, prevented a clean sweep). Quite the villain, he is.

All in all, this episode, for me, was honestly on par with 'The Empire Strikes Back' -- it was truly that good; that exhilarating; that outstanding; and that memorable. Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni have given us a Christmas present we thought would never come. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to them. It's so good that I want to watch it again, for the fifth time. 9.8 / 10… Expand

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jdidangel7

Dec 20, 2020

Will be remembered as one of the greatest tv episodes of all time and an impactful moment in peoples’ lives.

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

DN345U

Dec 19, 2020

Star Wars is alive. Thank you very much, John Favreau and Filoni. One of the greatest days of all time.

7 of 8 users found this helpful71

Vikhus

Dec 19, 2020

I ve waiting 4 this 20 years, Luke Skywalker we deserved!!!! i cried like a child...

7 of 8 users found this helpful71

Todd_Dow

Dec 19, 2020

Incredible episode. This is what Star Wars should be and used to be. Thank you to Favreau and Filoni!

6 of 7 users found this helpful61

scalis

Dec 21, 2020

The episode echoes the past in many subtle ways. It really has the Star Wars spirit all over it. Just the thing we need in times like these!

4 of 4 users found this helpful40

rcc10galaxy

Dec 29, 2021

Another stupid episode. Aweful plot and writing. The direction is incredibly stupid and the coreography mind-blowingly silly. Not to talk about the fan service.

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 3

70
- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: March 1, 2023
Season 2

76
- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: October 30, 2020
- 9.2
  S2:E8. Chapter 16: The Rescue
  Air Date: December 18, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E8. Chapter 16: The Rescue
  Air Date: December 18, 2020
- 8.4
  S2:E7. Chapter 15: The Believer
  Air Date: December 11, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E7. Chapter 15: The Believer
  Air Date: December 11, 2020
- 7.6
  S2:E6. Chapter 14: The TragedyChapter 14: The Tragedy
  Air Date: December 4, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E6. Chapter 14: The Tragedy
  Air Date: December 4, 2020
- 8.7
  S2:E5. Chapter 13: The Jedi
  Air Date: November 27, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E5. Chapter 13: The Jedi
  Air Date: November 27, 2020
- 7.4
  S2:E4. Chapter 12: The Republic
  Air Date: November 20, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E4. Chapter 12: The Siege
  Air Date: November 20, 2020
- 7.8
  S2:E3. Chapter 11: The Heiress
  Air Date: November 13, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E3. Chapter 11: The Heiress
  Air Date: November 13, 2020
- 6.9
  S2:E2. Chapter 10: The Passenger
  Air Date: November 6, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E2. Chapter 10: The Passenger
  Air Date: November 6, 2020
- 8.0
  S2:E1. Chapter 9: The Marshal
  Air Date: October 30, 2020
- tbd
  S2:E1. Chapter 9: The Marshal
  Air Date: October 30, 2020
Season 1

70
- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: February 24, 2023