Matt Owens is a writer and producer, known for his work on popular TV shows like Marvel's Luke Cage and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. He is also a Star Wars enthusiast who has written comics for the franchise, including Star Wars: Beckett and Star Wars: Tales from Vader's Castle.
Owens first began his work in the entertainment industry as an intern, where he got a chance to work with acclaimed directors like Spike Lee and Martin Scorsese. From there, he gradually worked his way up the ranks to become a TV writer and producer, with a particular focus on superhero series.
He joined the Marvel's Luke Cage team in 2016 as a writer, and subsequently worked on the series as a co-producer and supervising producer for two seasons. When the show was canceled in 2018, he moved on to other projects, including Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., where he served as a story editor.
Aside from his work on mainstream TV, Owens is also known for his contributions to the Star Wars universe. He has written a number of Star Wars comics, including the popular Star Wars: Beckett, which follows the adventures of Tobias Beckett, a character from the film Solo: A Star Wars Story.
Owens has also worked on the Star Wars: Tales from Vader's Castle series, which revolves around a group of rebel fighters who find themselves stranded on the mysterious planet Mustafar, where Darth Vader and his castle await.
Owens is a talented writer and producer who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His diverse range of expertise and passion for storytelling make him a valuable asset to any project he works on.
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