Maz Kanata — Star Wars: The Last Jedi Character Profile

About Maz Kanata

Ancient pirate queen, Force-sensitive ally to the Resistance

Maz Kanata — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Ancient knowledge, Force sensitivity, Diplomacy, Artifact handling, Strategic foresight

• Strength: 5/10
• Intelligence: 9/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 7/10

Affiliations

• Star Wars Legends
• Star Wars universe

Maz Kanata appears in 3 titles

• Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) — character page
• Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)
• Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Lupita Nyong'o

Appears in

Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Maz Kanata — Social Guide — Finn (John Boyega)

  Experienced ally providing crucial navigation advice.

  Maz Kanata directs Finn and his team to the casino town of Canto Bight for their mission.

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