When the group is pinned down by a platoon of lethal Dark Troopers , a lone X-wing arrives. A hooded Jedi—revealed to be a digitally de-aged Luke Skywalker —systematically dismantles the droids to reach them.
is the eighth and final episode of the second season of The Mandalorian . It first aired on December 18, 2020 , and is widely considered one of the series' most momentous episodes due to its connection to the larger Star Wars saga. Plot Summary The Mandalorian 2x8
In an emotional ending, Din Djarin removes his helmet to say a final goodbye to Grogu, who departs with Luke and R2-D2 to begin his Jedi training. Key Details Director: Peyton Reed Writer: Jon Favreau When the group is pinned down by a
The episode features a surprise teaser for The Book of Boba Fett , showing Boba Fett and Fennec Shand taking over Jabba the Hutt's former palace on Tatooine. It first aired on December 18, 2020 ,
The team infiltrates the cruiser, while Mando successfully defeats Moff Gideon in a duel to retrieve the child.
The Mandalorian (Din Djarin) and his allies—including , Fennec Shand , Cara Dune , Bo-Katan Kryze , and Koska Reeves —mount a daring mission to rescue Grogu from Moff Gideon's Imperial light cruiser.
Mark Hamill reprised his role as Luke Skywalker through the use of body double Max Lloyd-Jones and de-aging technology.