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The Mainstream Media Keeps Reminding Us That Ahsoka Wasn’t Expensive

The Mainstream Media Keeps Reminding Us That Ahsoka Wasn’t Expensive

The release date for Ahsoka Season 2 was recently pushed back 2027, and the reasons for the decision are not entirely clear. However, a new narrative around the Disney+ series appears to be developing. In recent weeks, coverage surrounding Ahsoka has increasingly focused on how the series differs from The Acolyte. The focus, however, has not been on story, visual effects, or lore. Instead, the media appears to want audiences to know that Ahsoka is being made on a leaner budget. Significantly, this sudden interest in the dollars and cents invested into Star Wars properties seems to be a developing pattern.

Disney Franchise Content Struggles to Make the Nielsen Top 10

Disney Franchise Content Struggles to Make the Nielsen Top 10

The latest Nielsen streaming rankings for April 20–26, 2026 paint a troubling picture for Disney franchise content. While Disney+ remains the home of Marvel and Star Wars, rival streaming services dominated nearly every category. Where Disney+ and Hulu did appear on Nielsen’s Top 10 charts, much of that success came from legacy Fox content and the BBC’s Bluey.

Mandalorian Suit Actor Reveals How To Tell Who’s in the Suit (And That It’s Almost Never Pedro Pascal)

Mandalorian Suit Actor Reveals How To Tell Who’s in the Suit (And That It’s Almost Never Pedro Pascal)

While Pedro Pascal may be the face and voice of Din Djarin, someone else usually brings the Mandalorian to life on screen. Unless the helmet comes off, another performer is typically inside the suit. In a recent interview with Variety, Mandalorian suit actor Brendan Wayne, revealed that three different men play the role—and explained how fans can tell them apart.