Chapter 16: The Rescue

"Chapter 16: The Rescue"
The Mandalorian episode
Luke Skywalker arrives at the bridge of Moff Gideon's light cruiser to retrieve Grogu.
Episode no.Season 2
Episode 8
Directed byPeyton Reed
Written byJon Favreau
Cinematography byBarry "Baz" Idoine
Editing byAdam Gerstel
Original release dateDecember 18, 2020 (2020-12-18)
Running time44 minutes
Co-starring
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"Chapter 16: The Rescue" is the eighth and final episode of the second season of the American television series The Mandalorian. It was written by showrunner Jon Favreau and directed by Peyton Reed. It was released on Disney+ on December 18, 2020. The episode received strong critical acclaim, in particular for the action sequences, Reed's direction, writing, performances, score, and emotional weight, with the surprise cameo of a digitally de-aged Luke Skywalker being a major highlight among fans.[1]

  1. ^ Opie, David (December 18, 2020). "The Mandalorian's surprise cameo may solve biggest Baby Yoda mystery of all". Digital Spy.