Star Wars: Is Zeb Underutilized in New Film?

The recently released Star Wars film, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," continues the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu within The New Republic. The movie notably includes Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios, a beloved character originating from the animated series Star Wars Rebels. Zeb's live-action debut in The Mandalorian Season 3 saw him voiced by Steve Blum and established his role in the New Republic Defense Fleet.

However, Zeb's participation in "The Mandalorian and Grogu" movie is described as somewhat limited. While he assists in a significant raid and capture of Imperial leader Janu Coin, his overall screen time and action sequences are minimal. He largely serves to accompany Mando and Grogu on missions, with his involvement becoming more substantial again only in the third act during an operation against the Hutt Twins.

Despite the perceived underutilization of the character, there is speculation about Zeb's future appearances. With The Mandalorian Season 4 having been replaced by this film, the possibility of new episodes remains uncertain. However, Ahsoka Season 2, scheduled for an early 2027 release, presents a strong potential platform for Zeb's return, possibly reuniting him with his former Ghost crew allies like Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger.