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Jar Jar Binks

Bombad General

A clumsy but well-meaning Gungan outcast accidentally stumbles his way into galactic history, playing a pivotal role in the rise of the Empire.

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The controversial innocent of Naboo

Jar Jar Binks is exiled from his underwater city for his chronic clumsiness, only to be rescued by Jedi. He relies on luck and physical comedy to survive massive battles and political intrigue.

Ahmed Best provided the voice and groundbreaking motion-capture performance for Jar Jar, pioneering technology that would revolutionize digital characters in filmmaking.

Despite intense backlash from older fans upon his debut, Jar Jar remains a significant figure in Star Wars history. He represents the franchise's appeal to children and serves as a tragic pawn in Palpatine’s ultimate power grab.

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Appears in: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Portrayed by: Ahmed Best
Also known as: Bombad General

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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

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