The Mandalorian's Emmy Nominations, and More

Emmy nominations abound, especially for shows like Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Mandalorian, Ms. Marvel, and Star Trek: Picard. We celebrate the praise and look ahead to the (eventual) Emmy ceremony.

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Looking Back at Season 3

Season three is in the books, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take a look back at the season as a whole.

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Chapter 24 "The Return"

For Mandalore! Din Djarin looks to escape fate as Bo-Katan embraces it. Matt and Pete witness Chapter 24, “The Return.”

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Chapter 23 "The Spies"

Mandalorians unite! Bo-Katan bridges factions in an effort to retake their bombed-out home world. But will what they find there be more than they bargained for? Matt and Pete get a glimpse of Chapter 23, “The Spies.”

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Star Wars Celebration 2023

Star Wars Celebration has wrapped in London, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt are talking all the news from a galaxy far, far away... ranging from Ahsoka to the Mandalorian, Skeleton Crew, the Acolyte, and more!

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Chapter 22 "Guns for Hire"

It’s jaw-dropping cameos aplenty on Plazir-15 as Din Djarin and Bo-Katan get swept up into solving a dangerous droid conspiracy. Matt and Pete conscript Chapter 22, “Guns for Hire.”

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Chapter 21 "The Pirate"

With Nevarro in the crosshairs of Captain Gorian Shard, High Magistrate Green Karga calls out for help. With nowhere else to turn, New Republic pilot Carson Teva informs the Mandalorian covert, creating an appealing opportunity. Matt and Pete bring the booty to Chapter 21, “The Pirate.”

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Chapter 20 "The Foundling"

As the Mandalorian covert trains, one of their own requires rescue. Meanwhile, Grogu has the Best flashback. Matt & Pete discover Chapter 20, “The Foundling.”

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Chapter 19 "The Convert"

The Mandalorian and Bo-Katan have taken care of business, but can they head back home? On Coruscant, a familiar face meets another as they attempt to reintegrate. Matt & Pete consider Chapter 19, “The Convert.”

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Chapter 18 "The Mines of Mandalore"

Din Djarin makes a pit stop before continuing on his journey to redeem himself. But when his destination offers more than he bargains for, he needs help to call in an unlikely assist. Matt and Pete descend into Chapter 18, “The Mines of Mandalore.”

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Chapter 17 "The Apostate"

The Din Djarin redemption tour begins, but not before a stop to see an old friend at a now bustling port. Matt and Pete rendezvous for Chapter 17, “The Apostate.”

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Final Preview of Season 3

With a handful of days before season three of the Mandalorian, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt delved into the mines of Mandalore....

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Breaking Down the Season 3 Final Trailer

With the Mandalorian's return in about six weeks, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete & Matt dive into the season 3 final trailer, all less than 24 hours after the trailer dropped.

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Firing up for Season 3 of The Mandalorian

With the calendar about to turn to 2023, that puts us all the closer to season 3 of the Mandalorian! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete & Matt start the countdown by running down the cast list and breaking down the teaser trailer.

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Disney+ Day: Star Wars, Marvel, and More

 The inaugural Disney+ Day brought information about Star Wars shows like Kenobi, Andor, and Bad Batch, as well as updates from the MCU, including Hawkeye, Moon Knight, She-Hulk, and Ms. Marvel. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt rate all the E-ticket attractions and more!

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Bad Batch episode 102

The series begins in earnest with the Bad Batch’s first mission of the week. Matt and Pete settle in for episode 2, “Cut and Run.”

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May the 4th 2021 Update: Bad Batch episode 101

 Happy Star Wars Day as PhantasticGeek.com talks about the latest entry to the Star Wars universe, the pilot episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch.

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On the Dismissal of Gina Carano

 With the recent news of the dismissal of actress Gina Carano from future Lucasfilm productions, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take a look back and predict the path ahead.

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Looking Back at Season 2

 The second season of The Mandalorian is now behind us, but Pete and Matt take one look back at a whopper of a second season.

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Chapter 16 "The Rescue"

The Mandalorian collects some last vital intel and two more teammates for a high-stakes recovery mission. But could an operation of such importance need to be bailed out by somebody else? Matt and Pete deliver the season 2 finale, Chapter 16, “The Rescue.”

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Chapter 15 "The Believer"

The Mandalorian recruits old foe Mayfeld from a New Republic prison to locate Moff Gideon’s cruiser. A mission to the secret Imperial mining hub on Morak ensues. Matt and Pete have no doubts about Chapter 15, “The Believer.”

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Disney Investor Day: Star Wars TV shows, films, Marvel, and More

  With Disney's bevy of announcements from its investor day, Pete and Matt look over the landscape for Marvel movies and TV shows, the future of Star Wars.

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Chapter 14 "The Tragedy"

The Mandalorian arrives at Tython in search of the Seeing Stone. A couple of unexpected guests make this Robert Rodriguez-directed episode one for the ages. Matt and Pete are crestfallen about Chapter 14, “The Tragedy.”

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Chapter 13: The Jedi

The Mandalorian sets down on the forest world of Corvus and is recruited to help a magistrate with her foe. One quest ends with the live-action introduction of an iconic character while another begins. Matt and Pete learn from Chapter 13, “The Jedi.”

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Chapter 12: The Siege

The Mandalorian is in need of repairs to the Razor Crest and stops in for the safety of some old friends. But of course they have a job they need his help with. Matt and Pete lay into Chapter 12, “The Siege.”

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Chapter 11: "The Heiress"

The Mandalorian makes good on his bargain to bring a passenger to the estuary moon of Trask in exchange for knowledge of the whereabouts of more of his kind. But who’s that under that bucket?! Matt and Pete rub elbows with Chapter 11, “The Heiress.”

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Chapter 10: The Passenger

The Mandalorian transports an expectant mother in exchange for a lead on the location of more of his kind. But what starts as a routine traffic stop devolves into a horrifying creature encounter. Matt and Pete take a ride with Chapter 10, “The Passenger.”

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Chapter 9: The Marshal

The Mandalorian is trying to track down more Mandalorians. He heads to Tatooine where he’s been told he can find one in particular. But is it who he’s looking for? Matt and Pete hit the trail for the season 2 debut Chapter 9, “The Marshal.”

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Previewing Season 2

 Shrouded in mysteries though season two may be, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt hyperspace into the midst of it all on the #MandoMonday ahead of The Mandalorian's second season premiere. 

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Season 2 Trailer and a Camtono of Emmys

 Fresh off a banner week of Emmy gold and a season 2 trailer, the countdown for more Mandalorian has begun! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt fire up their jetpacks.

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Season 2 Release Date Announced

 The Mandalorian is back next month, but what's transpired for Star Wars in the last four months? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt cover Emmy nominations, season two directors and casting, and more

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May the Fourth 2020 News Roundup

Mask? Check. Gloves? Check. While season one of the Mandalorian might have been oddly prophetic, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt are back to talk about the chrome-domed hero and what's in store for season two--and to cover the latest news from a galaxy far, far away.

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Season 1 Wrap-Up

We reference this and this article from Vulture, both of which explore who's under the Mandalorian's helmet.

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Chapter 8: Redemption

The Mandalorian is in a jam and has to rely on others to help find a way out. Matt and Pete are ready for the season-ending Chapter 8, “Redemption.”

The circle is complete. The trio of trilogies about a family and friends a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away comes to an epic conclusion. Matt and Pete break down “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”

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Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker

The circle is complete. The trio of trilogies about a family and friends a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away comes to an epic conclusion. Matt and Pete break down “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”

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Chapter 7: The Reckoning

An offer us extended to the Mandalorian that he cannot refuse. He needs to enlist allies and frenemies alike, however, to put the plan in motion. *FYI: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker spoilers are discussed in this podcast episode. Matt and Pete witness Chapter 7, “The Reckoning.”

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Chapter 6: The Prisoner

The Mandalorian takes a job with an old crew he used to run with. But will the reunion of rogues be more than he bargained for? Matt and Pete pay a visit to Chapter 6, “The Prisoner.”

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Chapter 5: The Gunslinger

Needing repairs, the Mandalorian stops off in a familiar location. Can taking a novice bounty hunter under his wing to capture the feared Fennec Shand get him the credits he needs? Matt and Pete stare down Chapter 5, “The Gunslinger.”

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Chapter 4: Sanctuary

The Mandalorian is looking for a place to lay low on the backwater world of Sorgan. But he and ex-Rebellion shock trooper Cara Dune are called upon to defend an idyllic community from raiders. Matt and Pete find Chapter 4, “Sanctuary.”

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Chapter 3: The Sin

The Mandalorian brings the asset to the Client for his reward. Will his conscience get the better of him and place him at odds with the Guild? Matt and Pete confess about Chapter 3, “The Sin.”

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Chapter 2: The Child

The Mandalorian escorts the asset back to his ship. But they’re set upon by some scavengers who see to it that it won’t be that simple. Matt and Pete watch over Chapter 2, “The Child.”

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Chapter 1

The Mandalorian makes his way hunting down bounties across the post-Empire galaxy, but a mysterious client is about to upend his universe with new job. Matt and Pete assess “Chapter 1.”

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One Week Until Launch

With the Mandalorian almost upon us, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk the latest show news (Ming-Na Wen!), as well as cover the October press conference for the show.

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Season 1 Schedule Revealed

With the Mandalorian schedule revealed, it looks like we're getting more Mando sooner than we thought! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt chart out the road ahead.

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One Month Until Launch

It's one month until the Mandalorian takes flight, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt start the countdown to blastoff.

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A Galaxy Far, Far Away at D23 2019

The Mandalorian and Rise of Skywalker both made big splashes at D23. Let Pete and Matt be the power converters for all the news!

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Liftoff: the Mandalorian at Celebration 2019

As Phantastic Geek launches another pop culture podcast, we look at the Mandalorian's debut at Celebration 2019 in Chicago. Our podcast talks the genesis of the series, the stars of the show, and we even discuss some of clips shown.

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Introducing the Mandalorian Podcast by Phantastic Geek

Are you excited for the live action Star Wars series The Mandalorian? As we count down to the series, we take a look back at The Last Jedi.

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