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Richard Ayoade made hisStar Warsdebut inThe Mandalorianseason 1, episode 6, and he has since returned to the TV show on one other occasion to bring his character to life once again. Perhaps more than any otherStar WarsTV showto date,The Mandalorianhas introduced big names and well-known faces to theStar Warsgalaxy. One of the biggest opportunities for this arrived inThe Mandalorianseason 1, episode 6 “Chapter 6: The Prisoner,” in whichRanzar Malk’s gang- a star-studded cast who play a group of mercenaries - is introduced toStar Warsaudiences.
Ayoade plays a member of this gang, using his rich experience in the field to breathe life into his character. Ayoade is a British comedian, actor, writer, director, and more who has lent his talents to various different projects over the years. Though mostly known for his work in the comedy genre, Ayoade has transcended and blended various genres in his craft, from writing and directing the comedy-dramaSubmarine (2010)to currently lending his voice toKrapopolis (2023-Present). His character inThe Mandalorian, however, is a unique standout whoseStar Warslegacy has carried on some.
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Richard Ayoade Voices Q9-0, AKA Zero, In The Mandalorian
Ayoade’s Character is a Thorn in Din Djarin’s Side
Ayoade plays the voice of Q9-0, known more simply as Zero, inThe Mandalorianseason 1, episode 6. As a droid,Din Djarin(Pedro Pascal) is quickly at odds with Zero, given his well-established hatred for their kind. Zero doesn’t make this easier for him, as the droid is not only responsible for piloting Din’s ownRazor Crest, but he also hunts downGroguinside the ship until Mando comes to the child’s rescue. Though he’s not directly a part of the action inside theNew Republicprison ship,Zero is the key mastermind dictating their moves throughout the job.
How Zero Is Important To The Mandalorian’s Story
His Impact Goes Beyond Season 1, Episode 6
While Zero does ultimately meet his fate at Din Djarin’s hands inThe Mandalorianseason 1, episode 6, he has a unique legacy that Mando, ironically, carries with him wherever he goes. After losing his right cuisse (thigh armor) during the battle on Nevarro inThe Mandalorianseason 1 finale,Din has to get crafty to create a new piece of armor - and he uses a piece of Zero’s old body in its place. Din still has this piece of armor in his beskar suit to this day, which means that a piece of Zero quite literally sticks with him all the time.
Ayoade briefly reprised his role as Zero inThe Mandalorianseason 2, episode 2 “Chapter 10: The Passenger,” when Frog Lady used the droid’s old vocabulator to translate her language for Din Djarin to understand.
In a more substantial manner, however, Ayoade briefly reprised his role as Zero inThe Mandalorianseason 2, episode 2 “Chapter 10: The Passenger,” when Frog Lady uses the droid’s old vocabulator to translate her language for Din Djarin to understand. This method of translation allows Mando to further understand the urgency of Frog Lady’s situation, which is what ultimately motivates him to attempt fixing theRazor Crestin Maldo Kreis' freezing cold climate. Ayoade has yet to return again toThe Mandalorian, though Zero will always live on in this story.
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Released on August 04, 2025 The Mandalorian follows a lone gunfighter navigating the galaxy’s outer reaches after the Galactic Empire’s fall. As a skilled bounty hunter, he operates in a lawless universe, undertaking various missions on the fringes of the New Republic’s territories.
