3 years after its release, Star Wars spin-off from The Mandalorian focused on the former bounty hunter's activities in the New Republic Era, as well as how he survived the events of Return of the Jedi. Now, it feels like fan reception to the show has warmed somewhat compared to when it first came out.
The Book of Boba Fett continues Fett's journey following his appearance in The Mandalorian season 2, taking over from the late Jabba the Hutt as Mos Espa's new daimyo. However, it also took time to address how Fett survived his counter with the Sarlacc pit in Return of the Jedi, a concept that generated quite a bit of hype from Star Wars fans leading up to the live-action series. While the show is not without its flaws, it seems as though The Book of Boba Fett has benefited from repeat viewings now that fans no longer have such high expectations.
The Book Of Boba Fett Is Still One Of Star Wars' Lowest-Rated TV Shows
The Show Has Its Flaws...
Three years later, The Book of Boba Fett is still one of the lowest-rated Star Wars shows, having received a 66% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and a 49% audience score. That being said, it also had one of the highest viewership numbers per episode during its initial release, trailing only behind The Mandalorian and Obi-Wan Kenobi. However, it quickly became clear by the show's finale that many people were disappointed by certain elements of the show, the primary complaint being that Boba Fett gradually started to feel like a background character in his own series.
5 Reasons Why Boba Fett's Character Had To Change (& 5 Reasons Why We Wish He Hadn't)
Boba Fett felt significantly different in The Book of Boba Fett compared to previous appearances, but was Star Wars right to make this change?
What hurt The Book of Boba Fett the most and the audience's high expectations were the episodes that barely featured Fett himself in favor of Din Djarin, The Mandalorian. Featuring Grogu's Jedi training with Luke Skywalker and his eventual reunion with Djarin, an entire arc was given to The Mandalorian's duo in another character's show, leading many to give The Book of Boba Fett the nickname "Mandalorian Season 2.5". This in turn likely hurt The Mandalorian season 3 too, as viewers had to be aware of critical events that transpired outside the show. Still, the arc itself is highly entertaining.
Likewise, The Book of Boba Fett also suffered from some key plot struggles where the narrative often felt disted and staggered as Fett struggled to get a foothold over Mos Espa in the present while recalling his past surviving the Sarlacc and living with Tusken Raiders in his past. While both plots had potential and promise, the execution and frequent jumps between past and present really served to cut the momentum of both. It also didn't help that Boba Fett's rivalry with Cad Bane wasn't given the context or time it deserved either, (even though the showdown itself was very cool).
Boba Fett's TV Show Is Receiving More Appreciation Now
The Show's Reputation Seems To Have Improved
Keeping all of this in mind, it really does seem as though The Book of Boba Fett's reputation has improved with rewatches of the Star Wars series. Devoid of the incredibly high expectations the show struggled to meet during its release, Star Wars fans can now watch the show for what it is. All things considered, what's there is pretty fun all around, as Boba Fett and his allies still get to be awesome with strong action sequences (especially in the finale), and the episodes of Boba Fett with Din Djarin are highly entertaining, and arguably as good as anything in The Mandalorian itself.
The Book of Boba Fett may have its problems, but that hasn't stopped the show from accumulating its defenders online. Likewise, it certainly feels like the for the show has only improved three years later. As someone who really did enjoy The Book of Boba Fett, it does make me hopeful for the future of the character.
Star Wars Fans Are Ready For More Of Temuera Morrison's Boba Fett
The Former Bounty Hunter Needs To Make A Return
Ultimately, enough time has ed that a Book of Boba Fett season 2 seems pretty unlikely at this point. It also feels unlikely as Lucasfilm is increasing its efforts to return to the big screen with the Mandalorian & Grogu movie in 2026. Regardless, Star Wars fans would love to see Temura Morrison return as Boba Fett, be that with an appearance in the Mandalorian film or even in his own B movie as Lucasfilm originally intended before switching to a series.
"Whether you loved it or hated it, The Book of Boba Fett didn't seem to hurt fans' desire to see more of Boba Fett himself in Star Wars' future..."
Either way, it feels safe to say that The Book of Boba Fett plays much better with a rewatch. As a result, it likely has a relatively improved reputation three years later. Whether you loved it or hated it, The Book of Boba Fett didn't seem to hurt fans' desire to see more of Boba Fett himself in Star Wars' future either.
All episodes of The Book of Boba Fett are streaming on Disney+.
The Book of Boba Fett
- Release Date
- December 29, 2021
- Showrunner
- Jon Favreau
- Directors
- Robert Rodriguez, Bryce Dallas Howard, Kevin Tancharoen, Steph Green
- Writers
- Dave Filoni
- Franchise(s)
- Star Wars
Cast
Ming-Na Wen
After pulling himself out of the Sarlaac pit, Boba Fett (Temuera Morrison) is kidnapped by the Tusken Raiders. But after gaining their trust, Boba is able to return to Tatooine and claim Jabba the Hutt's throne with the help of Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen). The Book of Boba Fet also directly led into The Mandalorian season 3, which premiered in March 2023.
- Seasons
- 1
- Story By
- Jon Favreau
- Streaming Service(s)
- Dis
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