Orson Krennic

Orson Krennic
Star Wars character
Ben Mendelsohn as Orson Krennic in Rogue One (2016).
First appearanceCatalyst (2016)
Last appearance"Jedha, Kyber, Erso"
Andor (2025)
Created byJohn Knoll
Portrayed byBen Mendelsohn
In-universe information
Full nameOrson Callan Krennic
GenderMale
Title
  • Lieutenant Commander, then Commander (formerly);
  • Director
Occupation
  • Republic Lieutenant Commander (later Commander);
  • Imperial Director of Advanced Weapons Research
Affiliation
HomeLexrul

Director Orson Callan Krennic is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise, portrayed by Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn in the film Rogue One (2016) as the main antagonist, as well as in Season 2 of the prequel series Andor (2025). Krennic is the Director of Advanced Weapons Research for the Galactic Empire.