TV Review: The Mandalorian Season 2 - Final Thoughts
A Finale That’s “Enough to Make a Grown Man Cry” wraps up “The Mandalorian’s” second season in spectacular fashion
90/100 “sweet”
By Quinn Marcus
So, I reviewed the first three episodes of the second season, but I became so invested in the show that I just decided ‘you know what, I’m gonna enjoy the last part of the season.’ Well, it’s been a wild ride, guys. Although boasting an incredibly bumpy start, The Mandalorian’s sophomore season pulled through the moment episode three was released. I have just witnessed a finale which is a die-hard Star Wars fan’s wet dream, and it did not disappoint. What I believe this show attempted to do was mend the crack between the toxic fanbase and their desire to discard each other’s opinions. Did it succeed in doing so, we’re yet to find out. All I know is this show has provided everything I wanted and more. From the movie-worthy special effects to Ludwig Görransson’s stimulating score, and Baby Yoda (Grogu), everything was perfect. Not to mention the spectacular cast including Pedro Pascal, who perhaps had the biggest challenge of hiding his face. The fantastic Gina Carano, the terrifying Giancarlo Esposito, and new additions such as the badass Rosario Dawson as Ashoka Tano. The finale of this season reminded me of when I was first introduced to Star Wars several years ago, it’s a magical feeling that not even the majority of the sequel trilogy could bring back. Sure, there were a couple of weak links among the episodes, but overall, the show has me excited for more. Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Peyton Reed, Bryce Dallas Howard, and more all cared about making a quality sci-fi television series. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for season three, a hype forged by an emotionally resonant finale. For once, I don’t have the faintest clue where the show will take its marvelous character’s next, will they explore Mandalore or the training of Grogu? The possibilities are endless. Sequel trilogy fans might get mad at the minor retcon of a certain Jedi’s life, but I just didn’t care. I am proud to call myself a Mandalorian fan, and a Star Wars fan at large, no one should be ashamed of their honest opinion.
The final verdict is: The Mandalorian season two pleases old fans and newcomers alike with familiar characters, fast-paced action, beautiful imagery, and a finale that left me aching for more…BINGE IT!