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Another significant issue is the origin of many modern series, which often originate as movie scripts or are repurposed from feature film ideas. Obi-Wan Kenobi, for example, was initially envisioned as a standalone film before becoming a multi-episode series. Similarly, The Mandalorian is suspected to be a reworked Boba Fett movie script. These origins often influence the pacing and structure of the shows, leading to episodes where the story merely "kills time," such as extended chase sequences or superficial character interactions that do not advance the overall narrative.