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The Mandalorian – Season 1, Episode 2 Chapter 2: The Child

Play trailer The Mandalorian – Season 1, Episode 2 Chapter 2: The Child Aired Nov 15, 2019 Drama Adventure Action Sci-Fi Play Trailer Watchlist
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93% Tomatometer 40 Reviews
Having tracked down a valuable quarry, the Mandalorian is left stranded after a thieving band of scavengers strips his ship; to get off the planet, he is forced to broker an even more dangerous deal.
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The Mandalorian — Season 1, Episode 2

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Critics Consensus

Short, but effective, "The Child" answers few questions, but moves the story along with a beautiful simplicity that is at once satisfying and intriguing.

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Jon Favreau

Creator

Pedro Pascal

The Mandalorian

Gina Carano

Cara Dune

Carl Weathers

Greef Karga

Giancarlo Esposito

Moff Gideon

Nick Nolte

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David Sims The Atlantic 11/19/2019
The second episode hit Disney+... and, being a little removed from the hype of the service's launch, it functioned rather beautifully. Go to Full Review Katie Rife AV Club 11/18/2019
B+
Like its Japanese equivalent, "The Child" is committed to its guardian-a commitment that introduces the Force to this corner of the galaxy. Go to Full Review Tyler Hersko IndieWire 11/18/2019
C+
"The Mandalorian" has the potential to deliver on the gritty, morally grey action its prerelease publicity machine promised. It's just a shame to see the flagship Disney+ series kill much of its momentum so early in the season. Go to Full Review Evan Dossey Midwest Film Journal 04/08/2022
Quite possibly the series' finest hour. Go to Full Review Collier Jennings But Why Tho? 06/25/2021
10
The Mandalorian continues to impress, anchoring familiar imagery with a solid performance from its lead and a balance of action-packed and heartfelt moments. Go to Full Review Paul M. Bradshaw NME (New Musical Express) 04/23/2021
The Force emerges as the show starts revealing its bigger arc... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis Having tracked down a valuable quarry, the Mandalorian is left stranded after a thieving band of scavengers strips his ship; to get off the planet, he is forced to broker an even more dangerous deal.
Creator
Jon Favreau
Network
Disney+
Rating
TV-PG (V)
Genre
Drama, Adventure, Action, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 15, 2019