'Star Wars: The Mandalorian' Docuseries Is Coming to Disney+

Disney announced a new eight-episode docuseries about the making of Star Wars‘ The Mandalorian will be arriving on Disney+. The show will follow executive producer Jon Favreau taking audiences behind-the-scenes of the live-action title, talking with the cast and crew involved with the show, and him showcasing unreleased footage.

“Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian is an opportunity for fans of the show to take a look inside and get to see a different perspective, and perhaps a greater understanding, of how The Mandalorian came together and some of the incredibly talented contributors throughout Season 1,” said Favreau. “We had a great experience making the show and we’re looking forward to sharing it with you.”

Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian will also present “the filmmaking process, the legacy of George Lucas’ Star Wars, how the cast brought the characters to life, the series’ groundbreaking technology, the artistry behind the show’s practical models, effects, and creatures, plus the creative influences, the iconic score, and connections to Star Wars characters and props from across the galaxy,” according to the press release.

The first episode of Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian is expected to arrive on Disney+ on May 4, coinciding with the series finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Afterward, there will be a new episode every Friday.

In other entertainment news, former Disney CEO Bob Iger has returned to see the company through the Coronavirus crisis.

Pull back the curtain on #TheMandalorian. Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian, an eight-episode documentary series, starts streaming on May the 4th, only on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/tHmFGmc2AA

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