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The upcoming film is estimated to have a hefty budget, likely between $200 to $300 million just in production costs. Such an investment underscores the studio's high hopes for this project, which aims to serve as a significant culmination of the Mandalorian storyline and possibly other connected narratives.
The franchise's peak was marked by The Mandalorian Season 2, which culminated around Christmas 2020 with the iconic appearance of Luke Skywalker—arguably the franchise's most acclaimed moment in recent years. Since then, Disney and Lucasfilm seem to have faced a downhill trajectory, with diminished audience enthusiasm and critical reception.