Horrible, lack of originality and completely tonally out of place, everything down to the aesthetics is just misplaced & does not feel like a mando episode at all. I appreciate the attempt to try & try something new the use of comedy has been common even in S1 of mando, we had bill burr, so I'm okay with comedy, it's just the execution... and this episode fails at the execution, why does the entire story feel cookie cutter, I feel like I'm watching a predictable scooby doom mystery. The episode has some sort of interesting plot points that could have worked had the characters worked, but it just didn't, they suck & so does the way the execution was for this episode, it wraps up nice I suppose with a good 4 minutes to spare but other than that this entire episode is skippable.
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This is starting to become annoying...
and_mikkelsen5 April 2023
We are almost at the end of the season and I still feel like we are wasting time! I gave the previous episodes a pass cause i thought by this point things would pick up... but I could not be more wrong! This episodest was one of the slowest and most pointless this season. It basicly translates to pointless side quest to advance the plot! Not even Jack Black or Christopher Lloyd could save it.
Every episode hits the excact same beat this season: side quest, something important around Bo Khatan, the end! By the way.. the last part felt rushed with little satisfaction! I have very little faith that the final episodes will deliver! Too many plotlines are almost on hold, so i fear things will either be rushed or end on a cliffhanger..
At this point i almost wish it ended with season two! I don't think they will top that based on what they have given us this season.
Every episode hits the excact same beat this season: side quest, something important around Bo Khatan, the end! By the way.. the last part felt rushed with little satisfaction! I have very little faith that the final episodes will deliver! Too many plotlines are almost on hold, so i fear things will either be rushed or end on a cliffhanger..
At this point i almost wish it ended with season two! I don't think they will top that based on what they have given us this season.
Felt like a bad episode of Book of Boba Fett
tpcatoz-906506 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
Remember those cringy episodes in BOBF when episodes seemed like they didn't belong in the Star Wars universe? Well this episode was one of those.
Jack black, Lizzo and Christopher Lloyd all star in this episode and basically have the episode revolve around them. Unfortunately it felt like it took away from the episode because they just didn't belong. Take for example Bill Burr, his character was great and he seemed to just fit the character.
Other than the characters, the story for this episode was a tad boring as Bo and Djin go out to look for Bo Katan's old crew, but instead get side tracked (of course) and are asked to fix a droid issue. Djin kicks a few robots, one of them starts running away and eventually gets shot by Bo Katan. After doing so, they find out the ex-imperial droid was purposely malfunctioning because of Christopher Lloyd's character being a Doku loyalist. This side quest doesn't really do anything for the plot as a whole and was just created to have other famous people Star in the show.
My other gripe is how Djin just gives Bo Katan the dark saber. Why didn't he just give it to her after he was rescued by her? There was no way of knowing they would team up and go on a journey together at that point or that Bo would accept the invite into the clan. If Djin truly thought she deserved/earned the Dark saber he would have given it to her on the spot.
Jack black, Lizzo and Christopher Lloyd all star in this episode and basically have the episode revolve around them. Unfortunately it felt like it took away from the episode because they just didn't belong. Take for example Bill Burr, his character was great and he seemed to just fit the character.
Other than the characters, the story for this episode was a tad boring as Bo and Djin go out to look for Bo Katan's old crew, but instead get side tracked (of course) and are asked to fix a droid issue. Djin kicks a few robots, one of them starts running away and eventually gets shot by Bo Katan. After doing so, they find out the ex-imperial droid was purposely malfunctioning because of Christopher Lloyd's character being a Doku loyalist. This side quest doesn't really do anything for the plot as a whole and was just created to have other famous people Star in the show.
My other gripe is how Djin just gives Bo Katan the dark saber. Why didn't he just give it to her after he was rescued by her? There was no way of knowing they would team up and go on a journey together at that point or that Bo would accept the invite into the clan. If Djin truly thought she deserved/earned the Dark saber he would have given it to her on the spot.
This show is going to get cancelled
gpglenpeters5 April 2023
What has happened to this show? This season has been bad, but now it's unwatchable. Not even the Doc could save it.
For one, I can't believe how bad the dialogue is.
Here's some examples: 'We're privateers...individuals for hire.' (thanks for thinking I'm a moron) 'Engaging automated guidance.' Mando 'What happened?' (are you kidding? How stupid has he become?) Bo-Katan 'They've taken control of the ship.' (why doesn't she say 'Are you deaf, or just dumb?') I guess we're going for a ride.' (great deduction) Mando: 'Why do they have imperial droids on an independent world?' Bo-Katan 'It's the outer rim (go on...) your guess is as good as mine.' (what?) 'Din Djarin and Bo-katan Krieze, your presence has been requested by the leadership of the planetary democracy.' Bo 'perhaps at a later time.' 'This is not a request.'
The plot is boring, the characters are stupid, the dialogue is horrible, and the acting is like children pretending in their back garden. This should actually get cancelled.
For one, I can't believe how bad the dialogue is.
Here's some examples: 'We're privateers...individuals for hire.' (thanks for thinking I'm a moron) 'Engaging automated guidance.' Mando 'What happened?' (are you kidding? How stupid has he become?) Bo-Katan 'They've taken control of the ship.' (why doesn't she say 'Are you deaf, or just dumb?') I guess we're going for a ride.' (great deduction) Mando: 'Why do they have imperial droids on an independent world?' Bo-Katan 'It's the outer rim (go on...) your guess is as good as mine.' (what?) 'Din Djarin and Bo-katan Krieze, your presence has been requested by the leadership of the planetary democracy.' Bo 'perhaps at a later time.' 'This is not a request.'
The plot is boring, the characters are stupid, the dialogue is horrible, and the acting is like children pretending in their back garden. This should actually get cancelled.
No production money for voice sond effects left....?
SallyWilliams6 April 2023
In the first chapter of this episode I was totally distracted by the non-existent voice effects of the two aqatic lovers. No creature with mouthes like these would be able to sound like an ordinary human voice, even the movements of the mouth didn't fit the words. That is just bad production. Each and every stupid robot has a sound effect on its voice....
The rest of the episode was kinda ok, but I expected a little humour when Jack Black is in the episode. His part could have been flamboyantly funny, but was too lame. So the whole episode felt fragmentary.
And Grogu is getting sidelined again, which also was disappointing.
And Grogu is getting sidelined again, which also was disappointing.
A surprising episode
cohan6 April 2023
This episode hides a profound and well thought political discourse beneath its lighthearted comedy and low-key adventure. Yes, some characters are a little silly and some plot-points look unnecessarily convoluted at first, but I invite all to pay close attention to what those characters are revealing or implying through their dialogues: layers and layers of deep political philosophy of the one that can be traced back to our own Ancient Greece here on Earth.
It is also nice to see a throwback to the Clone War era, not only because that period's imagery is awesome but also because its inclution makes all the Star Wars franchise richer and more cohesive.
8/10.
It is also nice to see a throwback to the Clone War era, not only because that period's imagery is awesome but also because its inclution makes all the Star Wars franchise richer and more cohesive.
8/10.
An official dip in quality
ossie857 April 2023
The Mandalorian has been a hit show since its release, but "Chapter 22 Guns for Hire" falls short of the high expectations set by previous seasons. While the cameos from Jack Black, Lizzo, and Christopher Lloyd are a unique addition to the show, they don't elevate this particular episode and feel like forced additions.
The writing in this episode is mediocre at best, with a predictable and slow-paced plot that lacks the excitement that we've come to expect from the series. The episode feels like a filler installment and doesn't advance the overarching storyline in any significant way.
The quality of the show has taken a decline, noticeably different from previous seasons. There is a lack of urgency and tension, and the action sequences are lackluster compared to what we've seen in previous episodes.
It's disappointing to see the show take a step backward in Season 3. While the cameos from Black, Lizzo, and Lloyd may be a fun surprise for fans, "Chapter 22 Guns for Hire" fails to live up to the expectations set forth by previous episodes. Hopefully, the forthcoming episodes will return to the series' high standard.
The writing in this episode is mediocre at best, with a predictable and slow-paced plot that lacks the excitement that we've come to expect from the series. The episode feels like a filler installment and doesn't advance the overarching storyline in any significant way.
The quality of the show has taken a decline, noticeably different from previous seasons. There is a lack of urgency and tension, and the action sequences are lackluster compared to what we've seen in previous episodes.
It's disappointing to see the show take a step backward in Season 3. While the cameos from Black, Lizzo, and Lloyd may be a fun surprise for fans, "Chapter 22 Guns for Hire" fails to live up to the expectations set forth by previous episodes. Hopefully, the forthcoming episodes will return to the series' high standard.
Poorly written, silly and bad ending
reeceagland12 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
Lets be clear the cameos were far from the worse part, though Lizzo was atrocious and Jack Black well was clearly just same Jack Black as anything he does.
Spoilers The begining does not get things off well. We get a stupid romance between a Mon Calmari and a Quaan that is a poor romeo and juliet shout out and just reeks of look I can reference Clone Wars. And its not like it has anything else to do with the story other than to say Bo Katan's former team are just guns for hire.
Then we move to this cool planet with Domes bit can't help get feels of 70's and 80's Sci fi films.
We then get this weird dinner setting where Din, Bo and Grogu are invited and look as perplexed as most viewers would be feeling. Grogu just becomes the equivalent of one of those monkeys in a suit. Yikes.
Then we are told there is a problem with the repurposed droids (not just imperial but also from the sepwraist war). This could have been a cool idea and fits in with earlier episodes setting up that underground forces are trying to destroy the New Republic from within. But it is so badly done.
So Din and Bo have to solve the problem in exchange with recognition of new independent Mandalore.
So how to figure this out. They are told to go down. They find out from Ugnaughts that something is wrong (but only after Din shows how to speak with Ugnaught). Somehow they just know where the next bad robot will be. How they know this is ignored.
To figure this out Din just starts kicking droids until one reacts. Seriously. So 0ne goes running off until they catch it and shoot it dead. But all is ok because oh look here is a chit to a droid bar. Yes for some reason a droid needs a chit to go to a bar and yes we have droid bars now. And oh here it is so easy to find. Seen better clue garhering in a Nancy Drew book.
So go to the bar, where Din goes around threating a droid bar tender. Bo says that won't work but of course it does as the bar tender needs to get it off his chest and spills that there is something in the fluid the drouds get, oh yeah and we get some speech that the roids want to help their humans because they feel for themThe only good thing about this part is it plays on New Hope where the bar tender says of R2D2 and C3PO "we don't serve their kind" and most of us thinking why and what you serve droids.
So now we have the next clue as they discover all the bad droids only had this one oil the others didn't get.
So now lets investigate the oil. And 2 seconds later afyer yaking to a tech oh look the responsible person has left their digital fingerprint. Seriously.
So with next clue lets go to the culprit who admits all but says its because he's a separist and thinks the new republic is as bad as the old or something like that. Oh yeah and the new utopian world isn't because its made everyone lazy because droids do it all.
My god.
Thankfully this crap is over and off they go get Bo's fleet back. A fight occours to determine who should get the ships. Fine very Mandalorian and of course Bo wins. Ok fair enough.
But the defeated guy says Bo can't be the ruler because she doesn't have th Darksabre. Oh good we get the battle for the darksabre where Bo and Din must face off. But no. Lets steal a storyline from Harry Potter where the Elder Wand/Darksabre actually really belongs to Bo because Din lost it when he got captured and she used it to defeat the thing that defeated Din so just like the Elder Wand it really now belongs to Bo. WTF! Oh and everyone goes, yeah that makes sense, she can now reclaim Mandalore without the difficult issue of fighting Din.
It is such childish writing and smells of the Boss has written this so no one raise its actually crap.
Spoilers The begining does not get things off well. We get a stupid romance between a Mon Calmari and a Quaan that is a poor romeo and juliet shout out and just reeks of look I can reference Clone Wars. And its not like it has anything else to do with the story other than to say Bo Katan's former team are just guns for hire.
Then we move to this cool planet with Domes bit can't help get feels of 70's and 80's Sci fi films.
We then get this weird dinner setting where Din, Bo and Grogu are invited and look as perplexed as most viewers would be feeling. Grogu just becomes the equivalent of one of those monkeys in a suit. Yikes.
Then we are told there is a problem with the repurposed droids (not just imperial but also from the sepwraist war). This could have been a cool idea and fits in with earlier episodes setting up that underground forces are trying to destroy the New Republic from within. But it is so badly done.
So Din and Bo have to solve the problem in exchange with recognition of new independent Mandalore.
So how to figure this out. They are told to go down. They find out from Ugnaughts that something is wrong (but only after Din shows how to speak with Ugnaught). Somehow they just know where the next bad robot will be. How they know this is ignored.
To figure this out Din just starts kicking droids until one reacts. Seriously. So 0ne goes running off until they catch it and shoot it dead. But all is ok because oh look here is a chit to a droid bar. Yes for some reason a droid needs a chit to go to a bar and yes we have droid bars now. And oh here it is so easy to find. Seen better clue garhering in a Nancy Drew book.
So go to the bar, where Din goes around threating a droid bar tender. Bo says that won't work but of course it does as the bar tender needs to get it off his chest and spills that there is something in the fluid the drouds get, oh yeah and we get some speech that the roids want to help their humans because they feel for themThe only good thing about this part is it plays on New Hope where the bar tender says of R2D2 and C3PO "we don't serve their kind" and most of us thinking why and what you serve droids.
So now we have the next clue as they discover all the bad droids only had this one oil the others didn't get.
So now lets investigate the oil. And 2 seconds later afyer yaking to a tech oh look the responsible person has left their digital fingerprint. Seriously.
So with next clue lets go to the culprit who admits all but says its because he's a separist and thinks the new republic is as bad as the old or something like that. Oh yeah and the new utopian world isn't because its made everyone lazy because droids do it all.
My god.
Thankfully this crap is over and off they go get Bo's fleet back. A fight occours to determine who should get the ships. Fine very Mandalorian and of course Bo wins. Ok fair enough.
But the defeated guy says Bo can't be the ruler because she doesn't have th Darksabre. Oh good we get the battle for the darksabre where Bo and Din must face off. But no. Lets steal a storyline from Harry Potter where the Elder Wand/Darksabre actually really belongs to Bo because Din lost it when he got captured and she used it to defeat the thing that defeated Din so just like the Elder Wand it really now belongs to Bo. WTF! Oh and everyone goes, yeah that makes sense, she can now reclaim Mandalore without the difficult issue of fighting Din.
It is such childish writing and smells of the Boss has written this so no one raise its actually crap.
An opulent feast for the eyes
Tastentier5 April 2023
Say what you want about the Whodunit filler side quest, which was diverting enough in my opinion, but this might just have been the most visually stunning Star Wars experience of my entire life. A seamless blend of the usual gritty, lived-in Star Wars universe with neon-chic cyberpunk aesthetics and Naboo-esque Art Nouveau fashion. And as if this mixture wasn't heady enough, we're also treated to some Film noir elements as a tip of the hat to Blade Runner, as well as several unexpected cameos.
The extravagant visuals almost came as a culture shock. I'll definitely revisit this episode a couple of times since there was so much to take in despite the rather straightforward plot. I absolutely love how much worldbuilding is going on in this season. Not only do we get more insights in the Mandalorian customs but also the cultures of Ugnaughts, spacefaring Quarrens and Outer Rim aristocracies. All in all a highly enjoyable filler episode with dazzling sets, costuming and special effects.
The extravagant visuals almost came as a culture shock. I'll definitely revisit this episode a couple of times since there was so much to take in despite the rather straightforward plot. I absolutely love how much worldbuilding is going on in this season. Not only do we get more insights in the Mandalorian customs but also the cultures of Ugnaughts, spacefaring Quarrens and Outer Rim aristocracies. All in all a highly enjoyable filler episode with dazzling sets, costuming and special effects.
Disney are a Parasite.
Adam-092655 April 2023
-Cheap attempts at humour.
-Unnecessary side jobs.
-Bad acting in areas.
-No plot.
-Power Ranger confrontations.
-In your face cameos.
-Scooby Doo villains.
Disney has made decent productions in the past but they seem to be falling into this pit of lazy writing. They won't stop as long as it rakes in the money, this goes for a lot of their recent shows and movies hiding weak plots under the skin of "entertainment" ruining good development and losing intelligent structure. Then there's the woke culture, but let's not get into that. It comes to my attention that all they care about is overdone morals and merchandise. I read a review where someone said it was like Disney are hiring 13 year old fans to write these episodes now, it certainly seems like it. Bo Katan Kryze and Din Djarin were wasted potential, they deserved much more.
I watched a video a while back on an essay viewing producers are taking over writers especially from Disney. So visions on how stories are structured are now becoming based on how a producer wants it to look, because Disney are right behind them. Fans want more Grogu cuteness so they throw it into the story even if it makes no sense or is just pathetic.
The Mandalorian was a good show to watch in it's prime, it showed the latest Star Wars trilogy how to bring the magic and thrill back into the Saga but keep that core narrative. Now it's just joining the rest down in the bin of forgetful plots. The opening sequence to this episode didn't feel like Star Wars at all, more of a low rated episode of Doctor Who. It drowns out core story for big budgeted production and eye candy visuals. Disney can afford it so why should they stop? I've seen shows with next to no budget master better at story than this.
Grogu does literally nothing now but "LoOk CuTe", what development was there one time is now him just flipping through the air like an inanimate object and using his force for games. "But it sells the toys", they would say for the same reason the latest trilogy was made. Disney can produce great quality stories, but when they get greedy, it's best to just walk away.
I really am hoping these next 2 episodes will be excellent but i feel like the show will be axed after this season. Maybe it's for the best.
Worst Episode of the series. Infact this entire Season has been 10% story and 90% comic filler. Where's the depth we had before?! Well, i think Dave Filoni left to write the upcoming Ashoka series so what writers were left had all the pressure before the deadlines, that's why this season seems empty. Disney wanted a season 3 despite it having limited writers, it's self explanatory really.
Please make the next 2 episodes justify this Season's downfall.
6/10.
-Unnecessary side jobs.
-Bad acting in areas.
-No plot.
-Power Ranger confrontations.
-In your face cameos.
-Scooby Doo villains.
Disney has made decent productions in the past but they seem to be falling into this pit of lazy writing. They won't stop as long as it rakes in the money, this goes for a lot of their recent shows and movies hiding weak plots under the skin of "entertainment" ruining good development and losing intelligent structure. Then there's the woke culture, but let's not get into that. It comes to my attention that all they care about is overdone morals and merchandise. I read a review where someone said it was like Disney are hiring 13 year old fans to write these episodes now, it certainly seems like it. Bo Katan Kryze and Din Djarin were wasted potential, they deserved much more.
I watched a video a while back on an essay viewing producers are taking over writers especially from Disney. So visions on how stories are structured are now becoming based on how a producer wants it to look, because Disney are right behind them. Fans want more Grogu cuteness so they throw it into the story even if it makes no sense or is just pathetic.
The Mandalorian was a good show to watch in it's prime, it showed the latest Star Wars trilogy how to bring the magic and thrill back into the Saga but keep that core narrative. Now it's just joining the rest down in the bin of forgetful plots. The opening sequence to this episode didn't feel like Star Wars at all, more of a low rated episode of Doctor Who. It drowns out core story for big budgeted production and eye candy visuals. Disney can afford it so why should they stop? I've seen shows with next to no budget master better at story than this.
Grogu does literally nothing now but "LoOk CuTe", what development was there one time is now him just flipping through the air like an inanimate object and using his force for games. "But it sells the toys", they would say for the same reason the latest trilogy was made. Disney can produce great quality stories, but when they get greedy, it's best to just walk away.
I really am hoping these next 2 episodes will be excellent but i feel like the show will be axed after this season. Maybe it's for the best.
Worst Episode of the series. Infact this entire Season has been 10% story and 90% comic filler. Where's the depth we had before?! Well, i think Dave Filoni left to write the upcoming Ashoka series so what writers were left had all the pressure before the deadlines, that's why this season seems empty. Disney wanted a season 3 despite it having limited writers, it's self explanatory really.
Please make the next 2 episodes justify this Season's downfall.
6/10.
Mando has lost his way.
MrTGav5 April 2023
This show has transformed out of all recognition. No longer is it the man with no name in space but the man with no purpose in space.
Mando was undeniably the coolest SCIFI character STAR WARS had dished up in a long long time. The show has now been turned into the Rebels cartoon. Yes you could argue, that was it's natural progression but compared to what we got in season 1 this is really uninspired and predictable, childish storytelling.
Although chapter 22 was fun, there is nothing here worth talking about. It was grade C level writing at best, much like the rest of season 3.
I envisioned so much more for this show. When we have the likes of Andor which is such high quality with great characters with a true Star Wars aesthetic. I'm shocked Favreau and crew did not capitalise on taking Mando in this direction instead. What a wasted opportunity.
I'm pretty sure crowbarring in The Book Of Boba Fett, has not helped this shows maturity and has inadvertently sucked the life out of Favreau's creative flow. He is clearly spreading himself too thin and it really shows. Better luck on Mando Season 4. This one is a complete dud.
Mando was undeniably the coolest SCIFI character STAR WARS had dished up in a long long time. The show has now been turned into the Rebels cartoon. Yes you could argue, that was it's natural progression but compared to what we got in season 1 this is really uninspired and predictable, childish storytelling.
Although chapter 22 was fun, there is nothing here worth talking about. It was grade C level writing at best, much like the rest of season 3.
I envisioned so much more for this show. When we have the likes of Andor which is such high quality with great characters with a true Star Wars aesthetic. I'm shocked Favreau and crew did not capitalise on taking Mando in this direction instead. What a wasted opportunity.
I'm pretty sure crowbarring in The Book Of Boba Fett, has not helped this shows maturity and has inadvertently sucked the life out of Favreau's creative flow. He is clearly spreading himself too thin and it really shows. Better luck on Mando Season 4. This one is a complete dud.
Not the best, but far from bad. The fans have gone mental.
alasdairboswell5 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
Lizzo is in this. Get over it. It's not a big deal. This is such a weird thing to freak out over. Furthermore, this is a fun episode with some great droids, creatures, and aliens. It's ended in a way that sets up the final two episodes in a satisfying way.
Apparently, fans are mad that Bo Katan has had a significant role this season. Very odd considering it's all been set up so we'll. Mando, after all, did not want the Darksaber. He tried to give it to her in season two. She technically won it fair and square this season and he gladly gave it to her.
I'm the end, this episode was fine. Not great but far from terrible. Had some cool Blade Runner vibes and beautiful visuals. Can't wait for these last two episodes.
Apparently, fans are mad that Bo Katan has had a significant role this season. Very odd considering it's all been set up so we'll. Mando, after all, did not want the Darksaber. He tried to give it to her in season two. She technically won it fair and square this season and he gladly gave it to her.
I'm the end, this episode was fine. Not great but far from terrible. Had some cool Blade Runner vibes and beautiful visuals. Can't wait for these last two episodes.
How Did They Go From Season 2 To This?
strawhatcrew-207705 April 2023
Big rant incoming. This was by far the worst episode of Star Wars yet imo! Worse than the Book of Boba biker gang episode. Even worse than Episode 4 of Kenobi. What in the Galaxy happened to Star Wars after Season 2 of The Mandalorian? The quality is now terrible, the acting and dialogue is bizarre, the aesthetic looks so low budget and cheap, and the action scenes are horrendous and look like they came out of freaking Power Rangers. That fight between Axe Woves and Bo Katan was by far the worst and cheapest looking fight ever in Star Wars. How did they even let that go by after filming it? It's absolutely laughable. Look at the incredible fight between Jango Fett and Kenobi on Kamino, and then look at this pathetic fight. That was over 20 years ago, and it blows this out of the water. Everything looks so cheap looking, and the writing has become atrocious. Ben Burtt's phenomenal sound design is also greatly missed. Also, they completely wasted Christopher Lloyd and Jack Black. How do you go from that incredible episode with Bill Burr to this? What a joke! The Mandalorians are portrayed absolutely terribly in this season. Was hoping for a ton of Mandalorian lore and history with flashbacks of iconic characters like Jango, Jaster, and the True Mandalorians, but no. We have a bunch of cosplayer extras wearing spray painted Boba Fett and Hasbro helmets who can't act, don't know how to use their gear, and make the Mandalorians look like a bunch of inept and incompetent imbeciles. And to end it, Bo Katan is Kathleen Kennedy's next Rey Skywalker. Din received the Boba treatment and is now just a sidekick in his own show. Kathleen Kennedy is at it again. Disney and Kennedy somehow managed to screw up a phenomenal show, and I don't trust Disney at all anymore with Star Wars. I'm just praying that Ahsoka turns out good, but man, it's rough being a Star Wars fan right now. I still love Filoni's animated content, but man, I don't know what happened behind the scenes after Season 2 of The Mandalorian ended, but it completely ruined the show. They should've just ended the series at the Season 2 finale. It was the perfect ending to a perfect season. Rant over.
Lizzo?!
batoulychristian-1220710 April 2023
This is definitely the worst episode in the whole series so far. I mean seriously lizzo???
The story of this season is sooo unfocused, unnecessary characters come out of nowhere.
This season could have been great for the development of grogu and the mandalorian, but so far, none of that...... at all!
I am seriously sad, this series was really really good the first two seasons, but this season is a total mess, especially those couple last episodes.
In this episode, lizzo was terrible, she is definitely not an actress and she will never be.
They still have two episodes left and I don't think they will do big things, but i hope they will redeem themselves, just a little bit.
The story of this season is sooo unfocused, unnecessary characters come out of nowhere.
This season could have been great for the development of grogu and the mandalorian, but so far, none of that...... at all!
I am seriously sad, this series was really really good the first two seasons, but this season is a total mess, especially those couple last episodes.
In this episode, lizzo was terrible, she is definitely not an actress and she will never be.
They still have two episodes left and I don't think they will do big things, but i hope they will redeem themselves, just a little bit.
Is that Epcot?
drphyllis29 April 2023
So, the planet with the dome and the monorail is Epcot, everything else is so. Much. Green screen. Jack Black and Lizzo feel like they're part of a high school play, with all the associated acting artistry. And Star Wars loves its creatures, but creature density is distractingly high.
As noted by others, this feels like a break from momentum that was finally building in this season. For...comedy? In, basically, a standalone episode. Geez, might as well bring back the Ewoks.
I mean, couldn't they have hailed the mercenary mandalorians without landing?
This will be one of the episodes that gets skipped during a re-watch.
#nope.
As noted by others, this feels like a break from momentum that was finally building in this season. For...comedy? In, basically, a standalone episode. Geez, might as well bring back the Ewoks.
I mean, couldn't they have hailed the mercenary mandalorians without landing?
This will be one of the episodes that gets skipped during a re-watch.
#nope.
I don't get the hate
lucas-sanchez7 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I am surprised to see the sheer amount of 1 star ratings for this episode. It keeps building in the story while giving us some amazing cameos (Doc Emmett Brown). I get it Star Wars may be dividing at times, but by no means this episode deserves the amount of 1 star ratings it got. This is the mandalorian, we are not chasing jedis. We are chasing mandalorian history. Enjoy it. In the immortal words of frank underwood: "you are entitled to nothing". Just enjoy the show.
The season is building for an amazing finale and can't wait for the upcoming episodes and how it will connect with the upcoming shows. This is the way.
The season is building for an amazing finale and can't wait for the upcoming episodes and how it will connect with the upcoming shows. This is the way.
More filler
nathanhalliday-130895 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
We now have 2 episodes left in the season and pretty much every episode apart from episode 2 has been a filler episode. After the odd choice to reunite Mando and Grogu in a completely different show you might've thought that they had big plans for season 3 and that they had no time to waste by reuniting them in their own show. But apparently not, instead we get basic uninspired episodes like save kid from big monster or protect planet against pirates. This week we get treated to cringy celebrity cameos and a goofy sideplot that make it feel like a parody of itself. But at least we get 5 minutes at the end of the episode dedicated to the actual plot. It seems like the writers had no clue about what direction to take the show after season 2 so the relatively simple task of returning to their home planet has been saved for the last 2 episodes which will probably end up feeling rushed because barely anything of importance happened in the first 6 episodes.
Big Yawn on planet Lawn
pieteroli5 April 2023
Jack Black and Lizzo turned the Mandolorean saga into a silly satire /parody!
And waht the F is the point of a doned city on perfect ecological planet. In fact the atmosphere and weather seems better outside than inside! I mean WTF !
Atrocious acting in a Disney World setting At first I thought ot April 1st. It was not joke alas but just badly done.
By far the worst episode of the series.
Come on people, don't make this a Picard or Discovery series.
At least Jack Black didn't break out in song or played air guitar. I was honestly scared he would.
Oh and Grogu's baby noises tool a step back as well. His character has devolved from the improvement of previous episodes.
And waht the F is the point of a doned city on perfect ecological planet. In fact the atmosphere and weather seems better outside than inside! I mean WTF !
Atrocious acting in a Disney World setting At first I thought ot April 1st. It was not joke alas but just badly done.
By far the worst episode of the series.
Come on people, don't make this a Picard or Discovery series.
At least Jack Black didn't break out in song or played air guitar. I was honestly scared he would.
Oh and Grogu's baby noises tool a step back as well. His character has devolved from the improvement of previous episodes.
Great episode
loloimdb5 April 2023
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I don't know why the rating isn't higher (7).
This episode was kind of predictable and much of it was sort of a "filler".
But it was done great, the cameos were nice, it was such a pleasure to see Christopher Lloyd again and Jack Black's character was as usual, cheerful and over the top.
Although the side story was completely unrelated, I think it was adding more to the lore, the city design was beautiful and the droid bar was a good addition.
The chase made me think of Blade Runner, probably due to all those colorful lights and the crowd.
You can see more of the Bo Katan/Din Djarin relationship and their personality/experiences.
I guess lot of people were disappointed by the ending, expecting a final fight between those two.
To me, it's a great way for Din Djarin to get rid of the dark saber, as he has never claimed it nor mastered it. They were both reluctant to fight each other, and this way of resolving the issue made sense to me, I didn't see it as a quick easy lazy writing way to make the story progress.
This episode was kind of predictable and much of it was sort of a "filler".
But it was done great, the cameos were nice, it was such a pleasure to see Christopher Lloyd again and Jack Black's character was as usual, cheerful and over the top.
Although the side story was completely unrelated, I think it was adding more to the lore, the city design was beautiful and the droid bar was a good addition.
The chase made me think of Blade Runner, probably due to all those colorful lights and the crowd.
You can see more of the Bo Katan/Din Djarin relationship and their personality/experiences.
I guess lot of people were disappointed by the ending, expecting a final fight between those two.
To me, it's a great way for Din Djarin to get rid of the dark saber, as he has never claimed it nor mastered it. They were both reluctant to fight each other, and this way of resolving the issue made sense to me, I didn't see it as a quick easy lazy writing way to make the story progress.
Disappointing
maleon-686126 April 2023
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I didn't really like this episode so the Pros first:
I absolutely loved the setting/this new planet and yeah that pretty much was it with the pros lol.
Now the cons: the dialogue was partially reall bad and corny. Was that scene in the beginning with the Quarren & Mon Calamari love story necessary?! I don't think so... The plot overall was okay, could have been executed better though. Atleast we didn't see to much of Grogu this episode lmao.
I honestly don't have a big problem how the darksaber was handed over, but this episode was pretty disappointing overall cause not much happened and we only have two episodes left. I'm definitely looking forward to the last two, now that Bo-Katan is the leader and the owner of the darksaber again.
Overall: 6/10.
Now the cons: the dialogue was partially reall bad and corny. Was that scene in the beginning with the Quarren & Mon Calamari love story necessary?! I don't think so... The plot overall was okay, could have been executed better though. Atleast we didn't see to much of Grogu this episode lmao.
I honestly don't have a big problem how the darksaber was handed over, but this episode was pretty disappointing overall cause not much happened and we only have two episodes left. I'm definitely looking forward to the last two, now that Bo-Katan is the leader and the owner of the darksaber again.
Overall: 6/10.
This is the way, NOT!
bluenine-29 April 2023
I loved S1 of Mando, it revived this franchise for me like many others here. S2 was good too, the cameos & easter eggs were fun.
But now the lack of a story line is starting to show. Its almost like the script of this episode was just a couple of lines, and they let the actors improvise the rest. The dialogue is actually that bad. The droid problem filler which was like 80% of this episode would have been acceptable if we were in the first third, not the final third of the season.
I know the storyline of Mando has to merge with that sequel trilogy at some point, but does the quality of the story also needs to match?
But now the lack of a story line is starting to show. Its almost like the script of this episode was just a couple of lines, and they let the actors improvise the rest. The dialogue is actually that bad. The droid problem filler which was like 80% of this episode would have been acceptable if we were in the first third, not the final third of the season.
I know the storyline of Mando has to merge with that sequel trilogy at some point, but does the quality of the story also needs to match?
These people watched a different episode...
wendychiles12 April 2023
This was fun and my whole family enjoyed the episode. As with any series, there needs to be an episode with some joy in it. This is it. Stop being all serious and just enjoy an light episode in what is a series for a family audience, my fanboy brethren. Every episode has had cameos: Billy Burr, Nick Nolte, Adam Pally and Jason Sudeikis. There have been dozens of them so far. Heck, people hated on Amy Sedaris initially. Not every episode needs to be a battle of the week. I better some of you were even happy to see Ahmed Best come back to the franchise after he was treated so poorly as Jar Jar Binks...
Episodes are getting shorter and... shorter
laurensverwaaijen7 April 2023
As an avid viewer of the series, I couldn't help but notice that the episodes have been getting progressively shorter in duration. While the visual aesthetics of the show remain breathtaking, I can't help but feel that there is a gap that's yet to be filled. It's unclear what the creators are aiming for with these shorter episodes, and it leaves me wanting more.
Despite the stunning visuals that continue to captivate my attention, there seems to be something missing in the overall storytelling. As a viewer, I crave a sense of completeness in each episode, but lately, I've been left with a sense of incompleteness. It's almost as if the episodes are trying to bridge a gap, but fall short in delivering a satisfying narrative.
Don't get me wrong, the visual elements of the show are still top-notch. The attention to detail in the set design, costumes, and special effects is truly impressive. The stunning landscapes and intricate world-building are a visual feast for the eyes, and I find myself eagerly anticipating each new episode to see what visual spectacle awaits.
However, I can't help but feel that some changes need to be made. Perhaps the pacing of the episodes could be adjusted to allow for a more substantial development of the plot and characters. While I appreciate the artistry of the show, I long for a more cohesive and fulfilling viewing experience.
In conclusion, while the visuals of the show are undeniably stunning, the shorter episodes and lack of a fully realized narrative have left me feeling slightly unsatisfied. There is a gap that remains unfilled, and I hope that the creators take note of viewer feedback and make some adjustments to ensure a more complete and fulfilling viewing experience in future episodes.
Despite the stunning visuals that continue to captivate my attention, there seems to be something missing in the overall storytelling. As a viewer, I crave a sense of completeness in each episode, but lately, I've been left with a sense of incompleteness. It's almost as if the episodes are trying to bridge a gap, but fall short in delivering a satisfying narrative.
Don't get me wrong, the visual elements of the show are still top-notch. The attention to detail in the set design, costumes, and special effects is truly impressive. The stunning landscapes and intricate world-building are a visual feast for the eyes, and I find myself eagerly anticipating each new episode to see what visual spectacle awaits.
However, I can't help but feel that some changes need to be made. Perhaps the pacing of the episodes could be adjusted to allow for a more substantial development of the plot and characters. While I appreciate the artistry of the show, I long for a more cohesive and fulfilling viewing experience.
In conclusion, while the visuals of the show are undeniably stunning, the shorter episodes and lack of a fully realized narrative have left me feeling slightly unsatisfied. There is a gap that remains unfilled, and I hope that the creators take note of viewer feedback and make some adjustments to ensure a more complete and fulfilling viewing experience in future episodes.
This is not the way.
Ionian19736 April 2023
Utter trash and a filler episode. We're within firing distance of the season finale and this is the garbage they're giving us? The mandalorian and Bo katan used to chase down rogue droids? On top of that, if this season hasn't been a train wreck already let me give you two names - Jack Black and Lizzo. The mandalorian has become an utter clown show. Not only do I not think the writers have any idea what they're doing, it's clear the writers themselves have no clue either. A very sad downfall for what started out as a promising show. I can't believe they managed to wrangle Chris Lloyd into this garbage-fest. What a career low for him.
Seriously I'm sure in the future I'll be amused at what a laughingstock this series has become but for now all I can do is shake my head. Jack Black was cringe enough but Lizzo is downright painful to watch. It's one of those moments where I'm humiliated for her. I literally had to start skipping through her dialogue because I felt too embarrassed to keep watching her make a fool of herself.
I have no idea what the writers were thinking but this is even worse than Ed Sheeran making a cameo on GOT.
This is not the way.
Seriously I'm sure in the future I'll be amused at what a laughingstock this series has become but for now all I can do is shake my head. Jack Black was cringe enough but Lizzo is downright painful to watch. It's one of those moments where I'm humiliated for her. I literally had to start skipping through her dialogue because I felt too embarrassed to keep watching her make a fool of herself.
I have no idea what the writers were thinking but this is even worse than Ed Sheeran making a cameo on GOT.
This is not the way.
New title suggestion: Bo-Katan and the Mandalorians
MoicaB6 April 2023
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Where is Mando/Grogu relationship? What is going on with that simple, deep, moving plot they had going on in Seasons 1 and 2? This is like watching an entirely different show completely.
Sure, Mandalorians need to come together and fight back BUT Mando and Grogu is why we started watching this series in the first place. We care not for Empire, Pre-empire or whatever-ire sub plots with characters that we could not care less for. I mean, bring back Cara Dune, that's a character worth revisiting.
In case you, the writers and creators have missed it - we care for Mando and Grogu pushing the plot forward. Not for them to be sidekicks or not even that. We barely saw a decent Mando fight scene since season 2 finale. In this season Mando always needs rescuing - Why?? And Grogu? He's practically disappearing from the plot altogether. What was this using the force to help royalty win a game? Seriously?
The best 2 scenes of this episode were Mando doing his thing with the Ugnaughts and knocking the droid down. And that's it. Don't even want to comment specifically on what else was going on in this episode because I don't get what you're trying to sell us in season 3. But you're starting to lose me as a fan too.
Years to come when I decide to watch Mando again. I will watch seasons 1 and 2 because they are spectacular. And episodes 5, 6 and 7 of the Book of Boba Fett. And that's it.
Oh, and in case I was not clear: The Mandalorian = Din Djarin and Grogu not whoever of the Mandalorians you decide shoud be a focal point.
Sure, Mandalorians need to come together and fight back BUT Mando and Grogu is why we started watching this series in the first place. We care not for Empire, Pre-empire or whatever-ire sub plots with characters that we could not care less for. I mean, bring back Cara Dune, that's a character worth revisiting.
In case you, the writers and creators have missed it - we care for Mando and Grogu pushing the plot forward. Not for them to be sidekicks or not even that. We barely saw a decent Mando fight scene since season 2 finale. In this season Mando always needs rescuing - Why?? And Grogu? He's practically disappearing from the plot altogether. What was this using the force to help royalty win a game? Seriously?
The best 2 scenes of this episode were Mando doing his thing with the Ugnaughts and knocking the droid down. And that's it. Don't even want to comment specifically on what else was going on in this episode because I don't get what you're trying to sell us in season 3. But you're starting to lose me as a fan too.
Years to come when I decide to watch Mando again. I will watch seasons 1 and 2 because they are spectacular. And episodes 5, 6 and 7 of the Book of Boba Fett. And that's it.
Oh, and in case I was not clear: The Mandalorian = Din Djarin and Grogu not whoever of the Mandalorians you decide shoud be a focal point.
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