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While the announcement credits Dave Filoni as an executive producer, it’s noteworthy that the series’ creation harks directly back to George Lucas’s original concept. Filoni himself has stated that the core idea of the Bad Batch was Lucas’s, with the unique clones representing specialized military units. This connection emphasizes how Lucas’s early scripting and ideas continue to shape Star Wars storytelling.
The production team includes key figures from Clone Wars and The Mandalorian, such as Athena Portillo, Brad Rau, and Jennifer Corbett, who serve as producers and head writer. Brad Rau will also direct, and Carrie Beck is onboard as co-executive producer. This experienced team suggests a series rooted in solid storytelling, with a focus on character development and action.