Star Wars has been inspiring fans since 1977 – that’s nearly 50 years!
Whether you are a fan of the original trilogy or are just discovering this epic world for the first time, there is something special about Star Wars and the dialogue in its movies and shows.
Myself, I’ve seen every movie and show – multiple times – and am always amazed at the stellar writing.
From Yoda to Darth Vader, some of these quotes will make you laugh, others will make you think, and some may even make you cry.
Whether it be on May the 4th or some other special Star Wars Day, show off your love for your favorite galactic stories on social media with the best Star Wars quotes from this post.
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SPOILER ALERT: This post may contain spoilers to movie or show plots.
Famous Star Wars quotes
The galaxy far, far away has given us so much over the years. Some lines have become so iconic that you don’t even have to be a Jedi to recognize them!
So, grab your popcorn and get ready for some serious nostalgia as I dive into the crème de la crème of famous Star Wars quotes.
The is the Way. – The Mandalorian motto
I would like to see the baby. – The Client, The Mandalorian
Wherever I go, he goes. – The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian
Chewie – we’re home. – Han Solo, Episode VII: The Force Awakens
Be careful not to choke on your aspirations. – Darth Vader, Rogue One
No one’s from nowhere. – Luke Skywalker, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Never tell me the odds! – Han Solo, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Do or do not. There is no try. – Yoda, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
No one’s ever really gone. – Luke Skywalker, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
I will not fight you, Father. – Luke Skywalker, Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
I have a bad feeling about this… – Pretty much every one in every Star Wars movie
A friendly piece of advice: assume I know everything. – Moff Gideon, The Mandalorian
I find your lack of faith disturbing. – Darth Vader, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
I can bring you in warm or I can bring you in cold. – The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… – A line in the opening credits of most Star Wars films.
You’re all clear, kid. Now let’s blow this thing and go home. – Han Solo, Episode IV – A New Hope
So this is how liberty dies…with thunderous applause. – Padmé Amidala, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
I’m just a simple man trying to make my way in the universe. – Jango Fett, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
Why do you think I chose the hardest location to find in the entire galaxy? I came to this island to die. – Luke Skywalker, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Kylo Ren: You’re not alone.
Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
Rey: Neither are you.
Rey: People keep telling me they know me. No one does.
Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
Kylo Ren: But I do.
May the Force be with you. – General Dodonna (Fun Fact: This catchphrase is used in many Star Wars films and shows. It is often attributed to Obi-Wan Kenobi, but was first said by General Dodonna in Episode IV: A New Hope.)
Darth Vader: Obi-Wan never told you what happened to your father.
Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
Luke Skywalker: He told me enough. He told me YOU killed him.
Darth Vader: No. I am your father.
Inspirational Star Wars quotes
Calling all Jedi masters and padawans, it’s time to tune into the Force and get inspired!
Straight out of our favorite galactic universe, these quotes will make you want to grab a lightsaber and take on the Sith Lords yourself.
The greatest teacher, failure is. – Yoda, Episode VIII: The Last Jedi
To be angry is to be human. – Padmé, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
There’s always a bigger fish. – Qui-Gon Jinn, Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Truly wonderful the mind of a child is. – Yoda, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
You will only find what you bring in. – Yoda, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Sometimes the student guides the master. – Ahsoka Tano, The Book of Boba Fett
Hope is not lost today. It is found. – Princess Leia, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
I like firsts. Good or bad, they’re always memorable. – Ahsoka Tano, The Mandalorian
Mind what you have learned. Save you it can. – Yoda, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Always pass on what you have learned. – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Difficult to see. Always in motion is the future. – Yoda, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
In my experience, there’s no such thing as luck. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Episode IV – A New Hope
As long as there’s light, we’ve got a chance. – Poe Dameron, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
We had each other. That’s how we won. – Lando Calrissian, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Always remember: Your focus determines your reality. – Qui-Gon Jinn, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose. – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
In a dark place we find ourselves and a little more knowledge lights our way. – Yoda, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Many of the truths we cling to depend on our point of view. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Remember, concentrate on the moment. Feel, don’t think. Use your instincts. – Qui-Gon Jinn, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
You can’t stop the change any more than you can stop the suns from setting. – Shmi Skywalker, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Strike me down and I will become more powerful than you could possibly imagine. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Episode IV – A New Hope
Patience you must have, my young Padawan. – A popular quote oft attributed to Yoda, but doesn’t actually appear in any film!
Hope is like the sun. If you only believe in it when you see it, you’ll never make it through the night. – Princess Leia, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Everything I did, I did for the Rebellion. And every time I walked away from something I wanted to forget, I told myself it was for a cause that I believed in. A cause that was worth it. Without that, we’re lost. – Cassian Andor, Rogue One (2016)
Motivational Star Wars quotes
Sometimes we need a little motivation and persuasion to get things done – even in the Star Wars universe.
Here are my favorite motivational Star Wars quotes.
Rebellions are built on hope. – Jyn Erso, Rogue One
Stand together, die together! – Emperor Palpatine, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Rey, never be afraid of who you are. – Princess Leia, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi. You’re my only hope. – Princess Leia Organa, Episode IV: A New Hope
If you’re not with me, then you are my enemy. – Anakin Skywalker, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
If this mission fails, it was all for nothing. All we’ve done, all this time. – C-3PO, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Join me and together we can rule the galaxy as father and son. – Darth Vader, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Let your death be the final word in the story of the Rebellion. – Emperor Palpatine, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
That’s how we’re gonna win. Not fighting what we hate, but saving what we love! – Rose Tico, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Sometimes we must let go of our pride and do what is requested of us. – Anakin Skywalker, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
Let the past die. Kill it if you have to. It’s the only way to become who you were meant to be. – Kylo Ren, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
We’ve passed on all we know. A thousand generations live in you now. But this is your fight. – Luke Skywalker, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
We must keep our faith in the Republic. The day we stop believing democracy can work is the day we lose it. – Queen Jamillia, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
Star Wars Jedi quotes
Share your love and alliance with the Jedis with these iconic Jedi quotes from the Star Wars movies and shows.
A Jedi uses the Force for knowledge and defense, never for attack. – Yoda, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
Confronting fear is the destiny of a Jedi. Your destiny. – Luke Skywalker, Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
To answer power with power, the Jedi way this is not. In this war, a danger there is of losing who we are. – Yoda, The Clone Wars
There is no emotion, there is peace. There is no ignorance, there is knowledge. There is no passion, there is serenity. There is no chaos, there is harmony. There is no death, there is the Force. – The Jedi Code, which was first mentioned in The Phantom Menace.
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Why do I get the feeling you’re going to be the death of me?
Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
Anakin Skywalker: Don’t say that, Master. You’re the closest thing I have to a father. I love you. I don’t want to cause you pain.
Star Wars Force quotes
Celebrate and uplift the Force with these quotes from various Star Wars shows and films.
The Force will be with you. Always. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Strong I am with the Force, but not that strong. – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Oh, maxi big, da Force. Well, that smells stinkawhiff. – Jar-Jar Binks, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Goodbye, old friend. May the Force be with you. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
I’m one with the Force. The Force is with me. And I fear nothing, for all is as the Force wills it. – Chirrut Îmwe, Rogue One
Luminous beings are we, not this crude matter. You must feel the Force flow around you. – Yoda, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
Luke, the Force runs strong in your family. Pass on what you have learned, Luke. – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those around you who transform into the Force. Mourn them do not. Miss them do not. Attachment leads to jealousy. The shadow of greed, that is. – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars dark side quotes
Listen, I’m more of a Jedi than a stormtrooper kinda gal, but I’m not gonna leave those of you that connect with the dark side out.
Here are some of the best Star Wars dark side quotes that even Darth Vader would use on the ‘gram.
The dark side is in our blood. – Kylo Ren, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Blast that piece of junk out of the sky! – Kylo Ren, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
If only you knew the power of the dark side. – Darth Vader, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
When I left you, I was but the learner. Now I am the master. – Darth Vader, Episode IV – A New Hope
The dark side clouds everything. Impossible to see, the future it is. – Yoda, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
Luke, don’t give in to hate. That leads to the dark side. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
I want you to join me. We can rule together and bring a new order to the galaxy. – Kylo Ren, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
When you look at the dark side, careful you must be. For the dark side looks back. – Yoda, Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
Once you start down the dark path, forever it will dominate your destiny. Consume you, it will. – Yoda, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
You have controlled your fear, now release your anger. Only your hatred can destroy me. – Darth Vader, Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural. – Chancellor Palpatine, Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
Never. I’ll never turn to the dark side. You’ve failed, your highness. I am a Jedi, like my father before me. – Luke Skywalker, Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering. I sense much fear in you. – Yoda, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
You were the chosen one! It was said that you would destroy the Sith, not join them! Bring balance to the Force, not leave it in the darkness. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
Peace is a lie, there is only passion. Through passion, I gain strength. Through strength, I gain power. Through power, I gain victory. Through victory, my chains are broken. The force shall free me. – The Sith Code, which originates from the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic game.
Love quotes from Star Wars
This section is dedicated to one of the best things in the galaxy – love quotes from Star Wars.
Whether you want to express your love to your sweetie or celebrate your connection with family and friends, these quotes will no doubt hit the spot.
Han Solo: I love you.
This quote appeared in Return of the Jedi and The Empire Strikes Back.
Princess Leia: I know.
Nothing’s gonna change the way I look at you. – Han Solo, Solo
I’ll see you again. I promise. – The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian
You’re so beautiful. – Anakin Skywalker, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Oh my dear friend, how I’ve missed you. – C-3PO, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
Everybody needs somebody. Even a broken down old crook like this one. – Val, Solo
You were my brother, Anakin. I loved you. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
You come from nothing. You’re nothing. But not to me. – Kylo Ren, Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker
I truly, deeply love you. Before we die, I want you to know. – Padmé Amidala, Episode II: Attack of the Clones
You’re exactly the way I remember you in my dreams. – Anakin Skywalker, Episode II – Attack of the Clones
I think you just can’t bear to let a gorgeous guy like me out of your sight. – Han Solo, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
You know, no matter how much we fought, I always hated watching you leave. – Princess Leia Organa, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
Hold me. Like you did by the lake on Naboo so long ago, when there was nothing but our love. – Padmé Amidala, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Padmé: Anakin, all I want is your love.
Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Anakin: Love won’t save you, Padmé. Only my new powers can do that.
Attachment is forbidden. Possession is forbidden. Compassion, which I would define as unconditional love, is essential to a Jedi’s life. So you might say that we are encouraged to love. – Anakin Skywalker, Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Han Solo: Afraid I was gonna leave you without giving you a goodbye kiss?
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
Princess Leia: I’d just as soon kiss a Wookiee.
Han Solo: I can arrange that. You could use a good kiss.
Star Wars insults and curses
The Star Wars cinematic universe is filled with excellent insults and comebacks.
Why not borrow a few to have a little fun with your friends in a lively online discussion? Here are my favorite Star Wars insults.
I need help with this giant hairy thing! – Finn, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
You are no Vader. You’re just a child in a mask. – Snoke, Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
Aren’t you a little short for a stormtrooper? – Princess Leia Organa, Episode IV: A New Hope
Get in there, you big, furry oaf! I don’t care what you smell. – Han Solo, Episode IV – A New Hope
I see through the cracks in your mask. You’re haunted. – Rey, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Will someone get this big walking carpet out of my way? – Princess Leia Organa, Episode IV: A New Hope
The ability to speak does not make you intelligent. – Qui-Gon Jinn, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Don’t call me a mindless philosopher, you overweight glob of grease. – C-3PO, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
You may have been a good smuggler, but now you’re Bantha fodder. – Jabba the Hutt, Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Why, you stuck-up, half-witted, scruffy looking nerf herder! – Princess Leia Organa, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Mos Eisley spaceport. You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious. – Obi-Wan Kenobi, Episode IV – A New Hope
Funny quotes from Star Wars
Get ready to laugh, because this section is filled with the funniest quotes from the Star Wars universe.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy the humorous side of the Force. May the laughter be with you!
Stop touching things. – The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian
The garbage will do! – Finn, Episode VII: The Force Awakens
How wude! – Jar-Jar Binks, Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Who’s the girl? – Maz Kanata, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
We’re going to do this in front of the kid? – Cobb Vanth, The Mandalorian
Let’s just say they might recognize my face. – Boba Fett, The Mandalorian
Come on, baby! Do the magic hand thing. – Greef Karga, The Mandalorian
Bad news. You can’t live here anymore. – The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian
Exsqueeze me… – Jar-Jar Binks, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Never underestimate a droid. – Princess Leia, Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Everything you’ve heard about me is true. – Lando Calrissian, Solo: A Star Wars Story
Women always figure out the truth. Always. – Han Solo, Episode VII: The Force Awakens
You hurt Chewie, you’re gonna deal with me! – Han Solo, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
So who talks first? You talk first? I talk first? – Poe Dameron, Episode VII – The Force Awakens
Size matters not. Look at me. Judge me by my size, do you? – Yoda, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Wonderful girl. Either I’m going to kill her or I’m beginning to like her. – Han Solo, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
You like me because I’m a scoundrel. There aren’t enough scoundrels in your life. – Han Solo, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Do it. – Supreme Chancellor (TIP: I recommend sharing this one with a meme or video clip, like the one below.)
What are your favorite quotes from Star Wars?
From Yoda’s insightful wisdom to Hans Solo’s wisecracks, the Star Wars films have delivered some of the most memorable cinematic moments that viewers will be quoting for years to come.
It’s easy to become entranced in the worlds of fantasy, but there’s value in referring back to these works of genius for both encouragement and laughter.
Whether you’re sharing your favorite quote on social media for May the 4th or just want to share some food for thought when chatting with a friend, Star Wars remains a go-to for thought-provoking words and classic humor.
So what are your favorite quotes from Star Wars? What lessons have you taken away as a fan? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Next up, check out more of my Star Wars posts:
About the author
Meg Frost is the creator of The Park Pixie, where she covers Disney World, Disney+, and Disney fandom.
She holds an M.A. in Journalism from Northeastern University and B.S. in Communication & American Studies from University of Miami in Florida.
This post was first published February 14, 2022. It was last updated November 6, 2023.
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