The Star Wars Rebels franchise has been slowly introducing its animated characters into live-action productions, and The Mandalorian is the latest series to do so. Season 3, Episode 5 of the show featured the live-action debut of Garazeb Orrelios, also known as Zeb, one of the main characters from Star Wars Rebels.

Zeb’s Appearance In The Mandalorian

Zeb appeared in Chapter 21 of The Mandalorian, where he was seen in a saloon on a New Republic base, talking to Carson Teva. Steve Blum, the actor who voiced Zeb in Rebels, played the character in the live-action version.

Zeb’s Role In Star Wars Rebels

In the Rebels series, Zeb served in the Lasan Honor Guard before joining the Ghost crew, eventually becoming a member of the rebellion. After the series ended, Zeb joined the New Republic, as confirmed in his appearance in The Mandalorian.

Zeb’s Future In Star Wars

With Zeb’s live-action debut, fans are speculating on his role in upcoming Star Wars productions. The Ahsoka series on Disney+ has already confirmed live-action versions of Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, Ezra Bridger, and Grand Admiral Thrawn. While it’s unclear if Zeb will be included in the series, his appearance in The Mandalorian has given fans hope.

Zeb’s Importance To Star Wars Rebels

Zeb’s character was a key member of the Ghost crew in Star Wars Rebels, and his inclusion in The Mandalorian signifies the importance of the Rebels series to the Star Wars franchise. While it’s unknown how much of a role Zeb will play in future live-action productions, his appearance in The Mandalorian has excited fans and opened up possibilities for his future involvement.