Forty years after Star Wars first inspired a generation of moviegoers, the universe George Lucas built in his imagination is more relevant than ever.There, now that we’ve got that Anakin classic out of the way, we can move on to the best Star Wars quotes! In honor of May the 4th, we’re looking at some of the most memorable lines from Star Wars movies, TV series, and books. Looking for the best Star Wars quotes? We’ve compiled a top-45 list with famous inspirational and funny quotes and sayings.
Famous Star Wars Quotes
- This holiday is yours, where we all share with you the hope that this day brings us closer to freedom and to harmony and to peace. No matter how different we appear, we’re all the same in our struggle against the powers of evil and darkness. I hope that this day will always be a day of joy, in which we can reconfirm our dedication and our courage. And more than anything else, our love for one another. This is the promise of the Tree of Life.
- 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.
- An object cannot make you good or evil. The temptation of power, forbidden knowledge, even the desire to do good can lead some down that path. But only you can change yourself.
- Governor Tarkin, I should’ve expected to find you holding Vader’s leash. I recognized your foul stench when I was brought on board.
- The Sith took everything from me. Ripped me from my mother’s arms, murdered my brother, used me as a weapon, and then cast me aside. Abandoned me. Once, I had power — now I have nothing.
- The Sith killed each other, victims of their own greed. But from the ashes of their destruction, I was the last survivor. I chose to pass my knowledge on to only one. I created a legacy so resilient that now you come before me.
- You are the Chosen One. You have brought balance to this world. Stay on this path, and you will do it again for the galaxy. But beware your heart.
- I want to come with you to Alderaan. There’s nothing for me here now. I want to learn the ways of the Force and become a Jedi like my father.
- What if the democracy we thought we were serving no longer exists, and the Republic has become the very evil we’ve been fighting to destroy?
- It’s the ship that made the Kessel run in less than twelve parsecs. I’ve outrun Imperial starships. Not the local bulk cruisers, mind you. I’m talking about the big Corellian ships, now. She’s fast enough for you, old man.
- There is no escape! Don’t make me destroy you. Luke, you do not yet realize your importance. You’ve only begun to discover your power!
- Wait. Oh my! What have you done. I’m backwards. You flea-bitten furball! Only an overgrown mop-head like you would be stupid enough to…
- It’s the ship that made the Kessel run in less than twelve parsecs. I’ve outrun Imperial starships. Not the local bulk cruisers, mind you. I’m talking about the big Corellian ships, now. She’s fast enough for you, old man.
- To die for one’s people is a great sacrifice. To live for one’s people, an even greater sacrifice. I choose to live for my people.
- You are the Chosen One. You have brought balance to this world. Stay on this path, and you will do it again for the galaxy. But beware your heart.
- 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.
- Luke, you can destroy the Emperor. He has foreseen this. It is your destiny. Join me, and together we can rule the galaxy as father and son.
- I don’t like sand. It’s coarse and rough and irritating and it gets everywhere. Not like here. Here everything is soft and smooth.
- 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.
- I stood and walked around the desk so I could stand over him. Menacingly. Like Darth Vader, only with better lung capacity.
Star Wars Quotes With Images
Well, you said you wanted to be around when I made a mistake.” “…I take it back!
You do have your moments. Not many, but you have them.
Ben! I can be a Jedi. Ben, tell him I’m ready!

Now, witness the power of this fully operational battle station.
Hmm! Adventure. Hmmpf! Excitement. A Jedi craves not these things.
Who’s the more foolish; the fool, or the fool who follows him?
The ability to speak does not make you intelligent, now get out of here.
Don’t call me a mindless philosopher, you overweight glob of grease!
Would somebody get this big walking carpet out of my way?

You look absolutely beautiful. You truly belong here with us among the clouds.
Don’t you call me a mindless philosopher, you overweight glob of grease!
He is as clumsy as he is stupid. General, prepare your troops for a surface attack.
Wait. Oh my! What have you done. I’m backwards. You flea-bitten furball! Only an overgrown mop-head like you would be stupid enough to…
Hmph! Adventure. Heh! Excitement. Heh! A Jedi craves not these things. You are reckless!
I assure you, Lord Vader. My men are working as fast as they can.
Someone has to save our skins. Into the garbage chute, fly boy.
Who’s the more foolish: the fool, or the fool who follows him?
But I was going into Tosche Station to pick up some power converters!
I have lived long enough to see the same eyes in different people.
Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those around you who transform into the Force.
When gone am I, the last of the Jedi will you be. The Force runs strong in your family. Pass on what you have learned.
I’ll never turn to the dark side. You’ve failed, your highness. I am a Jedi, like my father before me.
You don’t need to see his identification… These aren’t the droids you’re looking for.

In time, the suffering of your people will persuade you to see our point of view.

We must keep our faith in the Republic. The day we stop believing democracy can work is the day we lose it.

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