Martin Scorsese Makes Surprise Cameo in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’

Fans were shocked to hear the unmistakable voice of Martin Scorsese in the newly released trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, the upcoming Star Wars film. The legendary director voices an Ardennian shopkeep in the movie, marking a surprising addition to the cast.

Scorsese’s Role Revealed

The cameo was confirmed by Lucasfilm after the trailer’s release on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 USA Today. Scorsese plays an Ardennian – a four-armed, fur-covered species – who runs a store and attempts to end a conversation with Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) as the bounty hunter seeks information about the Hutts. ScreenRant noted the character appears around the 20-second mark in the trailer.

A History of Voice Perform

Although primarily known for his work as a director, Scorsese has dabbled in voice acting before. His most memorable previous role was as an anxious pufferfish in the 2004 animated film Shark Tale.

Fan Reaction and Film Details

The trailer has been largely well-received by fans, with many expressing relief after a less-enthusiastic response to the initial teaser and a recent Super Bowl spoof. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) commented, “Give the person who edited this trailer a raise because they just saved this movie,” while another on Reddit stated, “Seems like it’s going to be a really fun Star Wars movie and I think that’s really what Star Wars needs right now.”

The Mandalorian and Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau and co-written by Favreau and Dave Filoni, is a continuation of the Disney+ series The Mandalorian. The film stars Pedro Pascal alongside Sigourney Weaver, Steve Blum, Jeremy Allen White, and Jonny Coyne. Wikipedia reports filming began in California in August 2024 and wrapped in December 2024.

Release Date

The Mandalorian and Grogu is scheduled for release in the United States on May 22, 2026.