Several outlets provide a refresher for viewers ahead of the upcoming Star Wars movie “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” The coverage centers on background from Disney+’s “The Mandalorian,” explaining key character context and how the story from the series connects to the broader Star Wars franchise. The New York Times frames its guide as a recap of events from the show and a primer for how those events inform the film’s setting and character motivations. Other articles similarly focus on getting both casual viewers and longtime fans up to speed, including reminders of major elements tied to Grogu and the Mandalorian’s ongoing storyline. One piece also highlights additional names and factions that appear to be relevant to the film’s plot groundwork, including Rotta the Hutt and the Anzellans. Forbes describes its content as a “story so far” overview designed to function as a comprehensive pre-watch briefing, while the Los Angeles Times emphasizes practical viewing prep for people who may not have rewatched the series recently. Across sources, the common theme is that the film’s narrative draws directly from the Disney+ series, making prior episodes important for understanding the movie’s context.