The Disney attraction "Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run" is not based on a single movie, but is canonically set within the Star Wars timeline between the events of "The Last Jedi" (Episode VIII) and "The Rise of Skywalker" (Episode IX). The ride features the character Hondo Ohnaka, who first appeared in the animated series "The Clone Wars" and "Rebels." In the story, Chewbacca has loaned the Falcon to Hondo to help move "coaxium" (hyperdrive fuel) for the Resistance. However, as of May 22, 2026, a major update was integrated into the ride to coincide with the release of the new film "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Riders can now choose a mission that features Mando and "Baby Yoda" (Grogu), effectively bridging the gap between the original sequel trilogy setting and the wildly popular "Mando-verse" era. This 2026 update turned the ride into a "multi-era" experience, allowing fans of both the classic films and the new Disney+ series to interact with the iconic ship.
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is based on the broader Star Wars film saga, but its specific story is set in the "Sequel Trilogy" era. Chronologically, the mission takes place between the events of The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019). The ride features the character Hondo Ohnaka, a fan-favorite pirate first introduced in the animated series The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. On May 22, 2026, a major update is debuting on the ride at both Disneyland and Hollywood Studios to coincide with the theatrical release of the film The Mandalorian and Grogu. This update adds a brand-new mission featuring Mando and "Baby Yoda," allowing guests to interact with these characters and visit new planets like Coruscant and Endor. This means that while the "bones" of the ride are based on the classic Han Solo freighter, the actual missions are dynamic experiences tied to the latest live-action Star Wars stories.