Disney releases 'The Mandalorian' Season 1 recap ahead of Season 2 launch

Source: DisneyIf you need a refresher before the second season of The Mandalorian starts today, Disney has released a one-minute, forty-second recap video to prepare you for season 2 on its Disney+ streaming service. 

Disney describes the second season as "The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire." The Mandalorian stars Pedro Pascal, Carl Weathers, Giancarlo Esposito, and Gina Carano.

'The Mandalorian' to premiere on Disney+ on Oct. 30

Since the production team behind The Mandalorian was able to work remotely, the Star Wars show can keep to its schedule. Disney announced on Twitter that its second season will premiere on October 30. It'll resume the weekly release schedule of the first season. There's no trailer for now, but we're hoping to get a teaser soon. The Mandalorian will be the first big show the streaming service will debut in months. Marvel Studios' The Falcon and the Winter Soldier was supposed to debut over the summer, but COVID-19 delayed the production.

Source: The Verge

'Star Wars' meets 'The Sims 4' in new game pack

Two big names in the gaming and entertainment spaces are joining forces. Star Wars is coming to The Sims 4 in a new The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu game back launching on September 8. As you see in the trailer, familiar Star Wars characters are getting a The Sims 4 treatment. And yes, you can decorate your home and socialize in Batuu. There will be missions to help advance the story set and unlock different collectibles for your Sim, where you can earn a lightsaber and droid of your own. Rey and Kylo Ren appear in the trailer, so we're hoping to see more memorable Star Wars characters in the game. 

Star Wars: Journey to Batuu will be available for the Microsoft Xbox One, Sony PlayStation 4, and the PC through Steam or Origin.

Source: Engadget

'The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special' to debut on Disney+ on Nov. 17

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We're getting a parody/update of the campy 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special in Lego form. The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special will debut on Disney as a 45-minute special on November 17. It will feature characters from the recent trilogy, including Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron. Some of the film actors will be reprising their roles. The characters in the special will be gathering to celebrate "Life Day."

According to executive producer Josh Rimes, The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special is inspired not just by the '70s special, but also by films like Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, It's a Wonderful Life, and Christmas Vacation.

Source: USA Today