When The Mandalorian debuted on Disney+ on November 12, 2019, it seemed just what the Star Wars franchises needed. While Disney’s Star Wars era started out strong with Rebels, The Force Awakens, and Rogue One, the culture war that sprang up following The Last Jedi and the box office failure of Solo put Star Wars in a difficult place. Even though The Rise of Skywalker was seen as a disappointment, The Mandalorian quelled concerns as it seemed to be just what die-hard and casual fans wanted from Star Wars. Season 2 arrived during the COVID-19 pandemic and was a treat for many who had found themselves stuck inside for months. It was a big-budget entertainment spectacle that could be enjoyed at home.