Dave Filoni

David Filoni (born June 7, 1974) is an American director, producer, and screenwriter currently serving as the chief creative officer of Lucasfilm. He directed multiple episodes of Avatar: The Last Airbender before being hired by George Lucas to oversee direction on the television series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, as well as directing and writing numerous episodes, including its theatrical film. He was the creator of the follow-up series Star Wars Rebels and served as a supervising director, executive producer, and writer. Filoni is the creator, executive producer, and sole writer of the live-action miniseries Ahsoka and is an executive producer on The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Skeleton Crew. Filoni is also the creator and executive producer of the animated series Star Wars Resistance, Star Wars: The Bad Batch, and Tales of the Jedi, and an executive producer of the web series Star Wars Forces of Destiny. Filoni is an executive vice president at Lucasfilm and in 2023 accepted a promotion to chief creative officer. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dave Filoni, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Works

Star Wars Rebels

Set between the events of Star Wars: Episodes III and IV, the story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet and are ruining the lives of its people. The motley but clever crew of the starship Ghost — cowboy Jedi Kanan, ace pilot Hera, street-smart teenager Ezra, the “muscle” Zeb, warrior firebrand Sabine, and cantankerous old astromech droid Chopper — is among a select few who are brave enough to stand against the Empire. Together, they will face threatening new villains, encounter colorful adversaries, embark on thrilling adventures, and become heroes with the power to ignite a rebellion.

Release Date2014-10-13

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Charactersd C1-10P 'Chopper' (voice) (uncredited)

Episode Count10

Vote Count906

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Mace Windu and other Jedi Knights lead the Grand Army of the Republic against the droid army of the Separatists.

Release Date2008-10-03

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Embo / Black Sun Leader #2 (voice)

Episode Count12

Vote Count2156

The Mandalorian

After the fall of the Galactic Empire, lawlessness has spread throughout the galaxy. A lone gunfighter makes his way through the outer reaches, earning his keep as a bounty hunter.

Release Date2019-11-12

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Trapper Wolf

Episode Count24

Vote Count10399

Star Wars: The Bad Batch

The 'Bad Batch' of elite and experimental clones make their way through an ever-changing galaxy in the immediate aftermath of the Clone Wars.

Release Date2021-05-04

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd C1-10P a.k.a. 'Chopper' (voice)

Episode Count47

Vote Count1055

Star Wars Resistance

Kazuda Xiono, a young pilot for the Resistance, is tasked with a top secret mission to investigate the First Order, a growing threat in the galaxy.

Release Date2018-10-07

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Kowakians (voice)

Episode Count38

Vote Count153

LEGO Star Wars: All-Stars

An adventure series that spans all Star Wars eras featuring LEGO versions of the fresh faces of the Star Wars galaxy alongside iconic heroes including Kylo Ren, R2-D2, Young Han, Chewie, Young Lando, BB-8 and General Leia.

Release Date2018-11-10

Charactersd C1-10P a.k.a. 'Chopper' (voice)

Episode Count1

Vote Count23

Star Wars: Forces of Destiny

An animated micro-series starring Rey, Jyn Erso, Princess Leia, Ahsoka Tano, and more. Small moments and everyday decisions shape a larger heroic saga.

Release Date2017-07-03

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd C1-10P a.k.a. 'Chopper' (voice)

Episode Count16

Vote Count64

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.

Release Date2016-12-14

Charactersd Additional Voices (voice)

Vote Count15709

The Mandalorian and Grogu

The Mandalorian, a lone bounty hunter, is tasked with capturing Grogu, a mysterious and adorable creature. Instead, he forms a strong bond with Grogu and strives to protect him from various threats, exploring his evolving purpose in a post-Empire galaxy.

Release Date2026-05-20

DepartmentProduction

JobProducer

Charactersd Trapper Wolf

Star Wars Rebels: The Siege of Lothal

The Inquisitor is dead. The Ghost crew has connected with other rebel cells. And a new ally named Ahsoka Tano has emerged. Despite these successes and developments, the fight against the Empire takes a deadly turn, as the evil Sith Lord Darth Vader comes to Lothal.

Release Date2015-04-18

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Chopper (voice) (uncredited)

Vote Count87

Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion

It is a dark time. The Jedi are no more, and the Empire rules the galaxy with an iron fist -- bringing tyranny to the Outer Rim world of Lothal. Their ominous presence is a cloud over the planet, squashing any hope of freedom or a better life, especially for 14-year-old orphan Ezra Bridger. But the young con artist soon finds that destiny has other plans for him, as he encounters a small band of rebels who dare to strike back against the Empire.

Release Date2014-10-03

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd C1-10P aka Chopper (voice) (uncredited)

Vote Count149

Disney Gallery / Star Wars: The Mandalorian

Executive producer Jon Favreau invites the cast and crew of The Mandalorian to share an unprecedented look at the making of the series. Each chapter explores a different facet of the first live-action Star Wars television show through interviews, never-before-seen footage, and roundtable conversations hosted by Favreau himself.

Release Date2020-05-04

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Self

Episode Count11

Vote Count65

The Chef Show

Writer, director and food enthusiast Jon Favreau and chef Roy Choi explore food in and out of the kitchen with accomplished chefs and celebrity friends.

Release Date2019-06-07

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count40

Disney Gallery / Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett

Explore the behind-the-scenes story of the legendary bounty hunter’s return to the sands of Tatooine with mercenary Fennec Shand, who together seek to claim the territory and crime syndicate once run by the late Jabba the Hutt. In this insightful new special, filmmakers, cast and crew reveal never-before-seen footage, groundbreaking technology and the practical effects that brought it all to life.

Release Date2022-05-04

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count15

I Know That Voice

Filmmaker Lawrence Shapiro discusses voice-over acting with the talented people behind the characters.

Release Date2014-01-07

Charactersd Self

Vote Count99

1982: Greatest Geek Year Ever!

A remarkable new epic documentary spotlighting the pop culture milestones of 1982 including notable motion pictures, TV, music and video games of that seminal year.

Release Date2022-10-08

Charactersd Self

Vote Count3

Under the Helmet: The Legacy of Boba Fett

A special celebrating the origins and legacy of Star Wars' legendary bounty hunter, Boba Fett.

Release Date2021-11-11

Charactersd Self

Vote Count42

A Disturbance in the Force: How the Star Wars Holiday Special Happened

In 1978, CBS aired the “Star Wars Holiday Special” the week before Thanksgiving to an audience of 13 million people. Considered one of the worst shows in television history, it aired only once. George Lucas tried to bury it and an infamous camp legend was born. This documentary unravels the mysteries behind the most bizarre Star Wars spin-offs of all time.

Release Date2023-03-11

Charactersd Self (archive footage)

Vote Count7

Obi-Wan Kenobi

During the reign of the Galactic Empire, former Jedi Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi, embarks on a crucial mission to confront allies turned enemies and face the wrath of the Empire.

Release Date2022-05-26

DepartmentCrew

JobThanks

Episode Count6

Vote Count1983

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Avatar: The Last Airbender

In a war-torn world of elemental magic, a young boy reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar, and bring peace to the world.

Release Date2005-02-21

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count9

Vote Count4397

The Book of Boba Fett

Legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett and mercenary Fennec Shand must navigate the galaxy’s underworld when they return to the sands of Tatooine to stake their claim on the territory once ruled by Jabba the Hutt and his crime syndicate.

Release Date2021-12-29

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count7

Vote Count2748

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Four ordinary kids search for their home planet after getting lost in the Star Wars galaxy.

Release Date2024-12-02

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count8

Vote Count321

Dave the Barbarian

This animated comedy series is set in the Middle Ages and follows the title character, Dave, in his comedic adventures with his family (his sisters, Candy and Fang) as they protect themselves and their family from a world of oddball foes. Dave himself combines strength with an appreciation of the finer things in life, including origami, bird watching, and even gourmet cooking.

Release Date2004-01-23

DepartmentArt

JobStoryboard Artist

Episode Count8

Vote Count105

Star Wars: Tales of the Empire

A journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths.

Release Date2024-05-04

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count6

Vote Count175

Ahsoka

Former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy.

Release Date2023-08-22

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count8

Vote Count1030

Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi

Journey into the lives of two distinctly different Jedi from the prequel era – Ahsoka Tano and Count Dooku. Each will be put to the test as they make choices that will define their destinies.

Release Date2022-10-26

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count6

Vote Count412

Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld

Two outlaws must navigate the galaxy's dangerous underworld as they chart their destinies.

Release Date2025-05-04

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count6

Vote Count66

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

As the Clone Wars sweep through the galaxy, the heroic Jedi Knights struggle to maintain order and restore peace. More and more systems are falling prey to the forces of the dark side as the Galactic Republic slips further and further under the sway of the Separatists and their never-ending droid army. Anakin Skywalker and his Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano find themselves on a mission with far-reaching consequences, one that brings them face-to-face with crime lord Jabba the Hutt. But Count Dooku and his sinister agents, including the nefarious Asajj Ventress, will stop at nothing to ensure that Anakin and Ahsoka fail at their quest. Meanwhile, on the front lines of the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Master Yoda lead the massive clone army in a valiant effort to resist the forces of the dark side...

Release Date2008-08-05

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Vote Count2083

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord

After the Clone Wars, Maul plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire.

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count1

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - The Nightsisters Trilogy

For the first time ever, Sith training will be explored, and with it, truths about the very nature of the dark side itself! A warrior forged by a dark sorcery as mystical and powerful as the Force, Opress will uncover shocking revelations about the galaxy’s tenuous balance of power, including secrets about one of the Sith’s most infamous villains Darth Maul! From his origins to his fate, Maul’s mysteries will at long last be uncovered!

Release Date2010-12-06

DepartmentProduction

JobProducer

Vote Count6

Zen - Grogu and Dust Bunnies

A hand drawn animated short by Studio Ghibli.

Release Date2022-11-11

DepartmentCrew

JobThanks

Vote Count99

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Darth Maul Returns

A decade after being nearly destroyed by Obi-Wan Kenobi, Maul is resurrected and joins forces with his Nightbrother brother, Savage Opress, seeking revenge. They form alliances, target Obi-Wan Kenobi, and spread terror across the galaxy. The story culminates in a confrontation with Obi-Wan, with Maul and Savage also recruiting Hondo Ohnaka and his pirates.

Release Date2012-09-11

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Vote Count27

Untitled New Republic Era Star Wars Film

Focuses on the escalating war between the Imperial Remnant and the fledgling New Republic, and serves as a culmination of interconnected stories from The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Ahsoka.

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector