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The Mandalorian Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch The Mandalorian and connected Disney+ Star Wars shows in order

Last updated: July 7 2026

Written by: ChronoAlice

The Mandalorian launched the Star Wars Disney+ era and introduced the world to Grogu, instantly one of pop culture's most beloved characters. With connected spin-offs weaving in and out of the main series, a proper watch order helps you follow Din Djarin's story without missing a beat.

When The Mandalorian premiered in 2019 as the first live-action Star Wars TV series, it redefined what the franchise could do on the small screen. Set five years after Return of the Jedi, it follows a lone bounty hunter and a mysterious child across a dangerous galaxy. The show's success spawned several connected series, making the Mando-verse one of the most exciting corners of Star Wars.

πŸ• Release Order

The connected Mando-verse shows contain crossover episodes and continuing storylines. Watching in release order ensures you don't miss key plot developments that carry over between series.

  1. The Mandalorian Season 1 (2019)
  2. The Mandalorian Season 2 (2020)
  3. The Book of Boba Fett (2021–2022) β€” Chapters 5 & 6 are essential Mando episodes
  4. The Mandalorian Season 3 (2023)
  5. Ahsoka Season 1 (2023)

The story chronology mirrors the release order β€” all these series take place in the same post-Return of the Jedi timeline and unfold in a linear sequence.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

All Mando-verse shows take place in approximately the same period (roughly 9 ABY β€” After the Battle of Yavin) and tell a largely linear story. The only important note is that The Book of Boba Fett Chapters 5 and 6 are essentially The Mandalorian Season 2.5.

  1. The Mandalorian Season 1 (2019) β€” Din Djarin finds and protects 'The Child'
  2. The Mandalorian Season 2 (2020) β€” The quest to reunite Grogu with his kind
  3. The Book of Boba Fett Chapters 1–4 (2021) β€” Boba Fett's rise on Tatooine
  4. The Book of Boba Fett Chapters 5–6 (2022) β€” Din Djarin's story continues
  5. The Book of Boba Fett Chapter 7 (2022) β€” The finale
  6. The Mandalorian Season 3 (2023) β€” Din and Grogu chart a new path
  7. Ahsoka Season 1 (2023) β€” The search for Grand Admiral Thrawn begins

Which Order Should You Choose?

Release order is essential here. Crucially, do not skip The Book of Boba Fett β€” Chapters 5 and 6 are direct Mandalorian episodes that set up Season 3 events. Watching Season 3 without them will leave you confused about major character developments. If you're a die-hard Star Wars fan, Ahsoka rewards viewers who have also watched Star Wars Rebels.

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