Chapter 16: The Rescue
"Chapter 16: The Rescue" | |
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The Mandalorian episode | |
Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 8 |
Directed by | Peyton Reed |
Written by | Jon Favreau |
Produced by | Jon Favreau |
Cinematography by | Barry "Baz" Idoine |
Editing by | Adam Gerstel |
Original release date | December 18, 2020 |
Running time | 44 minutes |
Co-starring | |
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"Chapter 16: The Rescue" is the eighth and final episode of the
Plot
Gideon, who is guarding Grogu, tries to bargain with the Mandalorian when confronted, but immediately reneges and attacks the Mandalorian with the Darksaber. The Mandalorian overpowers the Moff and brings him and Grogu to the others on the bridge. Gideon attempts to goad Bo-Katan into attacking the Mandalorian for possession of the Darksaber and a better claim on Mandalore since he won the right to own the weapon in combat. The Dark Troopers return and begin to slowly cut through the bridge's defenses.
A single
In a post-credits scene, Fett and Fennec invade Jabba the Hutt's palace on Tatooine, and kill Bib Fortuna and his guards.[b]
Production
Development
The episode was written by the series' creator Jon Favreau and directed by Peyton Reed. Reed was announced to be directing for the season on May 4, 2020, Star Wars Day,[2] and while promoting Wonder Woman 1984, Pascal confirmed that Reed directed the final episode of season two.[3] Favreau said the surprise appearance of Luke Skywalker had not been planned from the start, but that as he wrote the story it became clear that it would be the best way to fit within the established continuity.[4] The post-credits scene reveals The Book of Boba Fett for release in December 2021.[5] Jeremy Bulloch, who originally played Fett in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, had died the previous day. The episode later added a dedication to Bulloch.[6]
Casting
The other co-starring actors cast for this episode are all returning from previous episodes, and include
Music
Ludwig Göransson composed the musical score for the episode. The featured tracks were released on December 18, 2020, in the second volume of the season two soundtrack.[14] Open the Door, which plays when Luke removes the hood from his face, references Binary Sunset, John Williams' theme for The Force from A New Hope.[15]
Reception
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On Rotten Tomatoes, the episode has a score of 94% based on reviews from 52 critics, with an average rating of 8.7/10. The website's critics consensus reads: "The Rescue balances its emotional stakes with just enough blockbuster action to craft a stunning season finale."[16]
Laura Prudom at
The cameo of Luke Skywalker brought great delight among fans. The corridor fight has been compared to a similar scene in Rogue One with Darth Vader and Rebel troopers, with critics and fans praising the allusion.[20][21]
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Nominee(s) | Result |
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2021 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series | Jon Favreau | Nominated |
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | Giancarlo Esposito | Nominated | ||
Primetime Emmy Creative Arts Awards | Outstanding Period and/or Character Hairstyling | Maria Sandoval, Ashleigh Childers, and Wendy Southard | Nominated | |
Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score) | Ludwig Göransson | Won | ||
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Drama Series
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Adam Gerstel | Nominated | ||
Outstanding Stunt Performance | Lateef Crowder
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Won |
Documentary special
On August 25, 2021, a special documentary episode titled Making of the Season 2 Finale was released as part of the second season of
Notes
- Attack of the Clones.
- ^ Which sets up the events of The Book of Boba Fett.
References
- ^ Opie, David (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian's surprise cameo may solve biggest Baby Yoda mystery of all". Digital Spy.
- ^ Hibberd, James (May 4, 2020). "Robert Rodriguez to direct The Mandalorian season 2 episode". Entertainment Weekly.
- ^ Ridgely, Charlie (December 17, 2020). "Star Wars: The Mandalorian Star Reveals Season 2 Finale Director". Comicbook.com.
- ^ Callaghan, Dylan (January 21, 2021). "The Way". WGAW.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 18, 2020). "'The Mandalorian' Season 2 Finale: Major [Spoilers] Make A Shocking Cameo In A Battle For Baby Yoda's Soul". Deadline.
Overnight, Disney+ had not tacked on a placard about this leading into a new spinoff series The Book of Boba Fett, but as of this morning, that was added on revealing the next Star Wars show's debut as December 2021.
- ^ James White (January 4, 2021). "The Mandalorian Season 2 Is Now Dedicated to Jeremy Bulloch". Empire. Archived from the original on January 4, 2021. Retrieved April 4, 2021.
- ^ a b Fullerton, Huw (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian brings an iconic Jedi to screen again in the season two finale – but he looks a little different". Radio Times. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
- ^ a b Bojalad, Alec (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian: Who Plays Luke Skywalker in the Season 2 Finale?". Retrieved December 18, 2020.
- ^ Chilton, Louis (August 26, 2021). "The Mandalorian: Luke Skywalker…Season Finale Appearance". The Independent.
- ^ Conlin, Dan (August 27, 2021). "The Mandalorian Used Some Hidden Trickery for Luke Skywalker's Voice". Game Rant.
- ^ Dumaraog, Ana (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian Season 2, Episode 8 Cast & Cameos Guide". Screen Rant. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
- SlashFilm. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
- ^ @matthewood (December 23, 2020). "It has been a literal BLAST to don the lekku again as Bib Fortuna for #TheMandalorian" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ "The Mandalorian: Season 2 - Vol. 2 (Chapters 13-16) [Original Score]". Apple Music. Apple Inc. December 18, 2020. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
- ^ Guerrasio, Jason (December 21, 2020). "'The Mandalorian' composer reveals how he used classic 'Star Wars' themes to create the dramatic season 2 finale score". Insider.
Then by the end, it's a nice transition from heroic mystery theme into the Force theme
- ^ "The Rescue". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved May 2, 2022.
- ^ Prudom, Laura (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian: Season 2, Episode 8 - Finale Review". IGN.com.
- ^ Sepinwall, Alan (December 18, 2020). "'The Mandalorian' Season 2 Finale Recap: Living Legends". Rolling Stone.
- ^ Phipps, Keith (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian Season Finale Recap: Mando and Child". New York. Archived from the original on December 19, 2020.
- ^ Sarkisian, Jacob (December 18, 2020). "'Star Wars' fans are comparing a scene from 'The Mandalorian' finale to an epic moment from 'Rogue One'". Insider.
- ^ Moran, Sarah (December 20, 2020). "Mandalorian Proves Luke Is Even More Like Vader Than He Realized". ScreenRant. Archived from the original on December 21, 2020.
- StarWars.com. July 13, 2021. Archivedfrom the original on July 13, 2021. Retrieved July 13, 2021.
External links
- "Chapter 16: The Rescue" at IMDb
- "Chapter 16: The Rescue" on Wookieepedia, a Star Wars wiki