Captain Panaka is a fictional character found in the Star Wars universe. He was appointed head of security on Naboo shortly after King Veruna, the former King of Naboo, was killed. He is the head of the security force durning the Trade Federation invasion. When Queen Amidala's term as queen of Naboo runs out he stays to protect Queen Jamillia. His nephew, Captain Typho, is assigned to protect Amidala.

See also: The Phantom Menace