Sigourney Weaver revealed the main reason she joined the cast of Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu. It was not the star-studded cast or the franchise legacy, but the script written by Jon Favreau that truly attracted her.
"It was the script written by Jon Favreau that really caught my interest."
Weaver plays Colonel Ward, a leader of the New Republic's Adelphi Rangers. Previously, her character served as a pilot for the Rebel Alliance.
The Mandalorian & Grogu is set to bring the Star Wars saga back to theaters under the direction of Jon Favreau, who also co-wrote the film with Dave Filoni. Produced by Lucasfilm and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it continues the story from the Disney+ series The Mandalorian.
Pedro Pascal reprises his role as Din Djarin, with new key roles played by Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White, and Jonny Coyne.
"It continues the story from the acclaimed Disney+ series The Mandalorian."
Weaver is widely recognized for her iconic work in the Alien franchise. Her involvement in Star Wars adds another prestigious credit to her career.
Author's summary: Sigourney Weaver joined The Mandalorian & Grogu primarily due to Jon Favreau's compelling script, bringing her iconic talent to the expanding Star Wars universe.