The Mandalorian 1x7 Apr 2026

Sensing an ambush, Mando recruits Cara Dune and Kuiil . Kuiil brings a reprogrammed, now-peaceful IG-11 as a nanny droid.

Kuiil is killed by Scout Troopers while racing back to the Razor Crest , and Grogu is captured. 3. Cast & Characters Role/Notes Pedro Pascal The Mandalorian The protagonist seeking to protect Grogu. Gina Carano Ex-Rebel Shocktrooper recruited for firepower. Carl Weathers Greef Karga Leader of the Bounty Hunters' Guild. Nick Nolte (Voice) The Ugnaught who helps Mando; dies in this episode. Giancarlo Esposito Moff Gideon The "Big Bad" introduced at the end of the episode. Werner Herzog The Client The Imperial officer who originally hired Mando. Taika Waititi (Voice) Reprogrammed assassin droid turned protector. 4. Easter Eggs & Trivia The Mandalorian 1x7

December 18, 2019 (Released early to avoid clashing with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker ) Director: Deborah Chow Writer: Jon Favreau 2. Key Plot Points Sensing an ambush, Mando recruits Cara Dune and Kuiil

Moff Gideon’s TIE fighter features unique folding wings, a design originally created as concept art for The Force Awakens . Carl Weathers Greef Karga Leader of the Bounty

At the start of the episode, Cara Dune fights a Zabrak, the same species as Darth Maul.

Due to a shortage of Stormtrooper suits during production, the crew recruited fans from the 501st Legion (a professional costuming organization) to play the Imperial troops.

This was the first live-action appearance of Force Healing, released just days before Rey and Kylo Ren used it in The Rise of Skywalker .