theverge
The Mandalorian’s season 3 premiere was a return to simpler, safer Star Wars storytelling
![](https://tarekeless.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FDY_FF_000049.0-BQx749-780x470.jpeg)
Grogu and Mando chilling out while zooming through hyperspace. | Image: Lucasfilm
The Mandalorian’s Chapter 17: The Apostate is a big, breezy, and action-packed reminder that Star Wars has always been a magical space adventure for new fans first and everyone else second.