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"The Mandalorian and Grogu" experienced a severe box office collapse following its late May debut, dropping 70 percent in its second weekend and falling to sixth place by the third week with under $10 million in earnings. The Star Wars film was overtaken by lower-budget competition, including independent horror films and established franchises. The underperformance prompted Disney to announce plans for a massive shift in the Star Wars franchise strategy beginning in 2027, signaling a significant recalibration of the series' theatrical approach.