In May 2026, the highly anticipated Star Wars film, The Mandalorian & Grogu, hits theaters. While this is certain to dominate the summer box office next year, there is already an internal debate brewing.

It's not about casting or the director's vision. The debate isn't about Grogu's Force powers or how Din Djarin will caretake for the growing Force-sensitive explorer. This discussion between director Jon Favreau and his co-writer for the screenplay Dave Filoni is much more sensitive.

"What popcorn bucket should this movie market to fans?"

Primarily among novelty audiences, movie-themed popcorn buckets have become remarkably popular. They are now collectors' items or an attuned souvenir that helps fans reflect on the latest superhero, science-fiction, or fantasy film. Of course, the purpose of these unique popcorn buckets is an economic driver for the movie chain, but now the inspiration for these feast barrels has become the stuff of legend.