Pedro Pascal may be best known for his helmeted bounty hunter in The Mandalorian & Grogu, but his latest streaming success proves his appeal goes far beyond a galaxy far, far away. The actor's 2025 romantic drama Materialists has quietly become one of the most-watched movies on HBO Max in June 2026, riding a wave of renewed interest from fans eager to see Pascal in a different kind of role.
Directed by Celine Song, who broke out with the acclaimed Past Lives, Materialists pairs Pascal with Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans in a love triangle that critics praised for its charm and emotional depth. The A24 film earned a respectable $102 million at the global box office against a modest $20 million budget, making it the sixth highest-grossing title in the studio's history. Now, its streaming performance is cementing its status as a hidden gem in Pascal's filmography.
While Materialists climbs the HBO Max charts, Pascal's other major project, The Mandalorian & Grogu, has had a tougher time in theaters. After a strong opening weekend of over $80 million, the film saw a steep 70% drop in its second weekend, earning just $24 million and falling to third place at the domestic box office behind horror hits Backrooms and Obsession. As of now, the movie has only crossed $250 million worldwide after two weeks, well below expectations for a franchise that once dominated the box office.
This streaming success for Materialists highlights Pascal's versatility and enduring popularity. Fans who may have missed the romance in theaters are now discovering it on HBO Max, where it sits among the platform's top ten most-streamed titles. The list is currently led by the controversial 2026 adaptation of Wuthering Heights, but Materialists is holding its own as a fan favorite.
Looking ahead, Pascal and Evans will reunite later this year in Avengers: Doomsday, the first Avengers film since Endgame. Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, the movie promises a "complete reinvention" of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Pascal will reprise his role as Reed Richards of the First Family, joining a star-studded cast that includes Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, and Robert Downey Jr.
For those who haven't yet seen Materialists, it's streaming now on HBO Max. And if you're looking for more Pascal content, check out his sci-fi hit 'The Wild Robot' dominating Peacock streaming this month.
As for The Mandalorian & Grogu, while its box office performance has been underwhelming, it's still a major release. For a deeper look at how it compares to other franchise entries, read how it outran 'The Marvels' at the domestic box office.
Whether he's saving the galaxy or stealing hearts in a romantic drama, Pedro Pascal continues to prove he's one of the most versatile stars working today. And with Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, his reign is far from over.
