15 Star Wars Spin-Offs That Need to Happen

Throughout the galaxy, many characters have played a role in significant events, but their full stories remain incomplete. These characters often appear in various formats – animated shows, live-action films, novels, and comics – which creates gaps in their timelines. By examining their known appearances, we can identify the most compelling missing pieces of their histories. This highlights specific characters and time periods that are ripe for further exploration and storytelling.

Qui-Gon Jinn

We only see a small part of Qui-Gon Jinn’s training with Count Dooku in the films, leaving much of his time as a Jedi unexplored. While his ideas about the Living Force clearly impacted Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker, the origins of those beliefs remain a mystery. Though official sources mention his talent for finding Force-sensitive children and disagreements with the Jedi Council, we don’t see the details of his missions. A series could show his adventures with young Obi-Wan and early hints of the Sith threat that would eventually lead to the crisis on Naboo.

Mace Windu

Mace Windu was a key figure on the Jedi Council during the Republic, but much of what we know about his accomplishments comes from accounts of the Clone Wars. He created a unique and demanding fighting style called Vaapad, though the films don’t show him teaching it to others. Before the war, he also worked on important diplomatic missions that helped maintain peace. A compelling story could explore those negotiations and his early suspicions about Palpatine’s increasing power.

Asajj Ventress

Throughout ‘The Clone Wars,’ Asajj Ventress changes from a Sith assassin into a bounty hunter, with only glimpses shown of her work during that time. We know she formed alliances with Quinlan Vos and various underworld figures, and that she became involved in Separatist schemes that weren’t fully explored in the series. Official sources confirm she began prioritizing her own goals and independence from the Sith. A separate story could focus on her bounty hunting jobs, the enemies she made, and the secret missions she undertook that quietly influenced the Clone Wars without affecting the major battles.

Captain Rex

Captain Rex is featured in ‘The Clone Wars’, ‘Rebels’, and ‘Ahsoka’, but there’s not much detail about what he did between getting his inhibitor chip removed and his adventures on Seelos. We only have bits and pieces of information about how he worked with other clones who fought against Order 66. While it’s known he helped early rebel groups, most of that story hasn’t been shown. A new series could explore how Rex created safe networks, helped others remove their inhibitor chips, and provided support for missions that were crucial to forming the Rebel Alliance.

Bail Organa

Bail Organa was a key figure in starting the Rebel Alliance, but his contributions are often shown only in short scenes. He secretly worked with Mon Mothma to protect Leia and support the rebellion, using hidden networks of messengers and safe locations that aren’t detailed in the films. Records show he used his position as an Imperial Senator and diplomatic missions to secretly send resources to rebel groups. A story could explore these dangerous operations and the political risks he took while still appearing loyal to the Empire.

Saw Gerrera

Saw Gerrera begins as a rebel fighter on Onderon and eventually becomes the ruthless leader we see in ‘Rogue One’ and ‘Rebels’. While we know his group, the Partisans, grew and developed, details about their bases and technology are limited. Records show they successfully attacked Imperial supply lines, but don’t explain how they planned these attacks or recruited members. A separate story could explore how Gerrera organized his forces, how they trained, and how his harsh methods impacted his relationships with other rebel groups.

Mon Mothma

While ‘Andor’ focuses on Mon Mothma, the show doesn’t fully explore the years between her time as a Senator and becoming a leader of the Rebel Alliance. We hear about her secret negotiations with important figures and the financial networks she built, but we don’t actually see those events unfold. A future series could show how the Alliance Council was formed and how they developed the strategies used in ‘A New Hope’.

Plo Koon

Plo Koon found Ahsoka Tano and led many campaigns in the Clone Wars, but most of his adventures are only briefly mentioned, not fully shown. We know he was a teacher to Jedi, but we don’t see much of how he taught. Records show he fought in starfighter battles and rescued people, but those events aren’t detailed in the series. A dedicated story could explore those battles and the networks he used to help refugees during the war.

Count Dooku

The story of Count Dooku – how he left the Jedi Order and became a leader of the Separatists – is hinted at in historical records, but we don’t see it all play out on screen. Details about his political connections to worlds that joined the Separatist movement – including specific meetings and agreements – are also missing. We only get brief looks at his training of General Grievous and his secret collaboration with Darth Sidious. A new series could explore how Dooku formed the Separatist Council and exploited valid complaints to spark a galaxy-wide war.

Shmi Skywalker

We get brief glimpses of Shmi Skywalker’s life on Tatooine, both before and after her son, Anakin, leaves. Her relationship with Cliegg Lars and how she was captured by Tusken Raiders are told to us, but not shown. The story touches on the trade networks, debts, and the power the Hutts had over the area, but these things feel distant. The story could be stronger if it showed how these details – like moisture farms, local worker groups, and the Hutts’ law enforcement – actually affected Shmi’s everyday life.

Hondo Ohnaka

Hondo Ohnaka is a recurring character in both ‘The Clone Wars’ and ‘Rebels’, known for his interactions with the Jedi, the Empire, and many pirate groups. While we see glimpses of his successes and failures running operations on Florrum, his story isn’t told in a straightforward way. Records suggest numerous escapes and stolen shipments, but these events aren’t fully explored in episodes. A new series could focus on Hondo’s changing crew, his complicated alliances, and the trade networks that allow him to thrive.

Dr. Chelli Lona Aphra

Dr. Aphra is a character featured in Star Wars comics as both an archaeologist and a criminal. She often works alongside – and sometimes against – Darth Vader and various underworld organizations. Her adventures usually involve uncovering ancient weapons and droid parts that connect to larger events in galactic history. While her missions are well-documented, she hasn’t appeared on screen yet. A TV series could explore how she conducts her archaeological digs, who she collaborates with in the academic world, and the shady buyers who finance her expeditions.

Maz Kanata

Maz Kanata is an ancient character who lives in a castle on the planet Takodana and has ties to both smugglers and high-class individuals. She’s known to hold valuable artifacts, like Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber seen in ‘The Force Awakens.’ However, the origins of these items and how they ended up in her possession remain a mystery. A story could explore how she obtained these objects, revealing the trade routes and the people who protected them due to their importance.

Finn

We only get glimpses of Finn’s past as a stormtrooper (FN-2187) and his First Order training. The movie doesn’t show the details of his conditioning, squad life, or combat drills. However, after the main events of the story, there are suggestions that Finn connects with other former stormtroopers looking for guidance. A new story could explore how Finn helps these individuals recover and build new lives as civilians, offering support and a path forward.

Baylan Skoll

Baylan Skoll’s story in ‘Ahsoka’ hints at a past tied to the Jedi Order before it ended. While we know he’s a mercenary traveling the Unknown Regions, details about his work are scarce. The series focuses on what he’s looking for – companions, employers, and ancient artifacts – rather than the specifics of his missions. A separate show could explore those past jobs, the maps he uses, and the clues that lead him to powerful, forgotten forces beyond established space routes.

Share which character’s untold chapter you want to see explored first in the comments.

2025-11-09 01:22