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What is Jon Favreau’s role in the creation of The Mandalorian?

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Jon Favreau created The Mandalorian for Disney+ in 2019. The show, which stars Pedro Pascal, was an instant hit and helped launch Disney’s streaming service. Favreau also served as executive producer for the spin-off series The Book of Boba Fett (2021−22) and Ahsoka (2023). He also directed the 2026 spin-off feature film The Mandalorian and Grogu. Along with Dave Filoni, Favreau has become a leading figure in Star Wars storytelling, bringing the multimedia universe to a new generation.