Disney's Hollywood Studios debuts new Mandalorian and Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Guests now have more control than ever before with new destinations, enhanced gameplay and an original storyline aboard the Millennium Falcon starring fan-favorite characters from the Star Wars galaxy 

Beginning May 22, 2026, visitors of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at DDisney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, can experience an all-new mission aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run.

The update introduces expanded gameplay, new destinations across the galaxy and appearances from fan-favorite duo, the Mandalorian and Grogu. This debut coincides with the premiere of Lucasfilm’s new film, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” highlighting Disney’s use of cutting-edge technology and the unique collaboration between creative teams. 

Guests on the attraction will now team up with the titular characters in a new storyline alongside Hondo Ohnaka, who is looking for recruits to help track down two ex-Imperial officers and a pirate in exchange for any cargo collected along the way.

Each decision shapes how the story unfolds with the crew choosing which destination to chase down the bounties, unlocking adventures across multiple iconic locations, including Bespin, the wreckage of the second Death Star near Endor and the bustling city-planet Coruscant.  

The updated experience also introduces new interactive elements for each crew role. Pilots, gunners and engineers continue to work together to complete their mission, with expanded responsibilities that deepen gameplay.

Engineers in particular will take on a new role during the mission, including choosing the destination and calling Grogu in real time, adding a unique layer of connection and unpredictability to each flight. 

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“Collaborating with Lucasfilm to launch this new mission alongside the film has been incredibly exciting,” said Asa Kalama, Executive, Creative and Interactive Experiences, Walt Disney Imagineering. “This new story will transport guests into the galaxy with Mando and Grogu and every flight aboard the Millennium Falcon will feel like a one-of-a-kind adventure for each member of the crew.” 

The attraction was also developed in collaboration with Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), leveraging cutting-edge technology powered by Unreal Engine 5, the same tools used in the Disney+ show, “The Mandalorian”, to create a more dynamic, responsive and immersive adventure than ever before. In addition, Walt Disney Imagineering worked with the film’s crew to leverage and adapt digital assets for the game engine. 

Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” will showcase the legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu on their most thrilling mission yet. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” also stars Sigourney Weaver and is produced by Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Dave Filoni and Ian Bryce, with music composed by Ludwig Göransson. 

Originally opened in 2019, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run quickly set a new benchmark for immersive storytelling by placing guests at the controls of the legendary Millennium Falcon. Guests became the protagonist of their own Star Wars adventure, stepping into one of three critical crew roles, each with distinct responsibilities that directly impact the outcome of the journey. Pilots steer the Falcon through tight turns and hyperspace jumps, gunners defend against incoming threats and engineers manage onboard systems and damage control. The attraction’s dynamic gameplay system responds in real time, meaning no two missions unfold exactly the same way with successes and mistakes alike shaping the narrative, the condition of the ship, and the final score. 

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