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Is It A Reworked Season of The Show? | The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Review | Holocron Entries

We discuss the first Star Wars film to hit the big screen since The Rise of Skywalker – The Mandalorian and Grogu. Does it bring back the magic? Or leave us feeling a bit disappointed?
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
MOVIE CREDITS:
Film title: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Release year: 2026
Director: Jon Favreau
Writer(s): Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Noah Kloor
Main cast: Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allan White, Martin Scorsese, Sigourney Weaver, Steve Blum, Matthew Willig, Jonny Coyne
Synopsis:Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure.
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🎵 Music: Disney+ & Lucasfilm
🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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That's Why Maul Fears Him | Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Ep 9 & 10 Review | Legacy of the Shadow Lord

In the final two episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord, we see the biggest enforcer the Emperor could send in to take down Maul, putting our unlikely group through their toughest battle.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
EPISODE #1 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: "Chapter 9: Strange Allies"
Original Air Date: May 4, 2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
EPISODE #2 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: "Chapter 10: The Dark Lord"
Original Air Date: May 4, 2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
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🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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Maul Faces His Past | Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Ep 7 & 8 Review | Legacy of the Shadow Lord

The latest episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord see Maul facing a test of his drive for vengeance, with signs of inner turmoil and trauma.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
SHOW DOT POINTS
EPISODE #1 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E07 - Call to Oblivion
Original Air Date: 27/04/2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
EPISODE #2 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E08 - The Creeping Fear
Original Air Date: 27/04/2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
CREDITS
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🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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Marrok Makes An Intense Debut | Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Ep 5 & 6 Review | Legacy of the Shadow Lord

Inquisitor Marrok makes his debut in the story of Maul - Shadow Lord and brings an intensity to the screen.
Takeaways From This Week
The pacing of the show is enjoyable, even if it doesn't move the plot forward significantly.
The action sequences are a highlight, making the show exciting to watch each week.
The introduction of the Inquisitor adds a new layer of threat to the story.
Moral ambiguity is a key theme, especially regarding the Empire and its characters.
The dynamic between Maul and the Inquisitor is intriguing and complex.
Palpatine's potential involvement raises questions about future plot developments.
The characters' motivations for revenge create alignment between seemingly opposing forces.
The show effectively builds tension and character depth through its action scenes.
Romantic elements, though rare in Star Wars, could add depth to character interactions.
The hosts express their excitement for the series and its direction.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
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EPISODE #5 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E05 - Inquisition
Original Air Date: 20/04/2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
EPISODE #6 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E06 - Night of the Hunted
Original Air Date: 20/04/2026
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
CREDITS
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🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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Master Daki Is A Bit Of An Idiot | Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Ep 3 & 4 Review | Legacy of the Shadow Lord

We discuss Chapter 3 & Chapter 4 of Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
SHOW DOT POINTS
The pacing of the show feels like one continuous story.
Maul's manipulation of Devon is a slow and calculated game.
Master Daki's confidence in confronting Maul is misguided.
The animation quality significantly enhances the lightsaber battles.
The Empire's involvement in the planet's affairs is a cause for concern.
The music adds depth to the scenes, especially during battles.
Brander's character raises questions about his responsibilities as a father.
The dynamic between characters adds layers to the storytelling.
Inquisitors are expected to play a significant role in upcoming episodes.
The show continues to build anticipation for future plot developments.
EPISODE #3 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E03: Whispers in the Unknown
Original Air Date: 13/04/26
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
EPISODE #4 CREDITS:
Episode Number & Title: S01E04: Pride and Vengeance
Original Air Date: 13/04/26
Main cast: Sam Witwer, Gideon Adlon, Richard Ayoade, Keiko Agena, Dennis Haysbert, Wagner Moura
CREDITS
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🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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Maul's Revenge Begins!| Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Ep 1 & 2 Review | Legacy of the Shadow Lord

In our new series 'Legacy of the Shadow Lord', we'll be discussing each episode of the new Disney+ series, Star Wars: The Mandalorian. And it begins now with the first two episodes of the series.
Takeaways From This Week
The double-sided lightsaber is impractical in many ways.
The premiere episodes provide a solid introduction to the series.
Animation quality has significantly improved in this series.
The pacing of the story is much faster than expected.
Maul's character is portrayed as tactical and strategic.
New characters add depth to the storyline.
The law enforcement angle introduces a unique perspective.
Action sequences are well-executed and engaging.
Future episodes will likely involve the Empire's intervention.
The hosts are excited to see how the story unfolds.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 
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EPISODE #1 CREDITS:
Episode title: The Dark Revenge
Director: Steward Lee, Brad Rau, Saul Ruiz, Nathaniel Villanueva
Writer(s): Matt Michnovetz, Amanda Rose Munoz
EPISODE #2 CREDITS:
Episode title: Sinister Schemes
Director: Saul Ruiz
Writer(s): Matt Michnovetz, Amanda Rose Munoz
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🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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Rogue One Revisited: How Andor Season 2 Changes Everything

We revisit Rogue One: A Star Wars Story after finishing Andor: Season 2. 
Director: Gareth Edwards Writer: Chris Weitz, Tony Gilroy, John KnollCast: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk, Donnie Yen, Wen Jiang, Ben Mendelsohn, Guy Henry, Forest Whitaker, Riz Ahmed, Mads Mikkelsen, Jimmy Smits, Alistair Petrie, Genevieve O'Reilly, Ben Daniels, Paul Kasey, Stephen Stanton, Ian McElhinney
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
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"Make It Stop," "Who Else Knows?" "Jedha, Kyber, Erso" Reviews - Andor: Season 2, Episodes 10-12

Andor comes to a sombre finish, and we discuss the last three episodes and the show overall.
We'll be talking about Rogue One: A Star Wars Story next week!
Make It StopLonni Jung taps out. Dedra closes in. Luthen scrambles. Kleya delivers.
Who Else Knows?Cassian returns to Coruscant for one last extraction.
Jedha, Kyber, ErsoCassian returns to Yavin with intel that will change everything.
Director: Alonso Ruizpalacios Writer: Tom Bissell, Tony GilroyCast: Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgard, Joplin Sibtain, Dave Chapman, Bronte Carmichael, Joshua James, Forest Whitaker, Ben Mendelsohn
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
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"Messenger," "Who Are You?," "Welcome to the Rebellion" Reviews - Andor: Season 2, Episodes 7-9

What happens in Ghorman will be remembered for a long time to come, as it is the catalyst behind much we know already in the Star Wars universe.
MessengerYavin is growing. Wilmon comes for help. Dedra's on Ghorman. Cassian heeds the call.
Who Are You?Imperial manipulation. Ghorman frustration. Cassian and Syril center stage as Palmo erupts.
Welcome to the RebellionIn the Ghorman aftermath, Mon Mothma takes a stand. Cassian must carry out a difficult extraction.
Director:  Janus Metz Writer: Dan Gilroy, Tony GilroyCast: Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgard, Joplin Sibtain, Dave Chapman, Bronte Carmichael, Joshua James, Forest Whitaker, Ben Mendelsohn
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
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"Ever Been to Ghorman?" "I Have Friends Everywhere" "What a Festive Evening" Reviews - Andor: Season 2, Episodes 4-6

The plot on Ghorman builds across these three episodes, as Cassian finds himself more worried about his future with Bix than the Rebellion.
Ever Been To Ghorman?Cassian and Bix adjust to a Luthen safehouse. All eyes are on Ghorman. Wilmon visits Saw Gerrera.
I Have Friends Everywhere
What A Festive Evening
Director: Ariel Kleiman Writer: Tony GilroyCast: Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgard, Joplin Sibtain, Dave Chapman, Bronte Carmichael, Joshua James, Forest Whitaker, Ben Mendelsohn
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
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”One Year Later," "Sagrona Teema," "Harvest" Reviews - Andor: Season 2, Episodes 1-3

It's been a couple of years, but it's finally time to return to the world of Andor with it's Season 2 premiere, delivering three episodes for us to discuss.
ONE YEAR LATERAn undercover mission. A sanctuary threatened. A Chandrilan wedding. A chilling Imperial plan.
SAGRONA TEEMACassian caught in a rebel turf war. Mon's wedding woes mount. The Ferrix survivors face inspection.
HARVESTTime is running out for everyone.
Director: Ariel Kleiman Writer: Tony GilroyCast: Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgard, Joplin Sibtain, Dave Chapman, Bronte Carmichael, Joshua James, 
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
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"The Real Good Guys" Review - Skeleton Crew, Season 1, Episode 8

A journey filled with adventure comes to a surprising end.
The finale provided a satisfying conclusion to character arcs.
The action sequences were visually impressive and engaging.
The series had a unique blend of suburban settings with classic Star Wars elements.
Revelations about the AI supervisor added depth to the story.
The exploration of Jedi mythology was a key theme in the finale.
Character motivations were complex and nuanced throughout the series.
The series has the potential for rewatchability and future discoverability.
Viewer reception has been mixed, but those who watched enjoyed it.
The show reflects George Lucas's vision of Star Wars as a story for kids.
The reception of this series may influence Future Star Wars projects.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Real Good Guys
Director: Jon Watts
Writer: Christopher Ford, Jon Watts, Christopher Ford
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
The Very Bad Batch Credits:
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