82 Best Star Wars Quotes (From Movies & TV!)

Updated March 9, 2023 | Infoplease Staff

"In a galaxy far, far away..." These words are iconic and immediately bring to mind the expansive and exciting universe created by George Lucas: the one and only “Star Wars”. With both movies and Disney+ TV shows, the cast of characters is wide and the stories are meaningful, leading to many quotes that have become a part of pop culture and are recognized by people who haven't even watched the movies.

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So, from Yoda quotes to the Rebel Alliance’s point of view, these galactic quotes from movies and TV shows are sure to brighten your day like a lightsaber, inspire you to embrace the Force, and avoid the dark side!

82 Inspirational Quotes From Star Wars

"A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away..." — Various "Star Wars" movies.
This iconic opening crawl sets the stage for each Star Wars movie, and has become one of the most recognizable phrases in movie history.
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"Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi. You're my only hope." — "A New Hope", 1977.
This message from Princess Leia sets the events of the original Star Wars trilogy into motion.
"The Force is strong with this one." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"This party's over." — "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones", 2002.
"I will not be the last Jedi." — "Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi", 2017.
"May the Force be with you." — "A New Hope", 1977.
This famous line is spoken several times throughout the Star Wars franchise, and has become a well-known catchphrase among fans.
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"Fear is the path to the dark side." — "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace", 1999.
"I'm a Jedi, like my father before me." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"Your focus determines your reality." — "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace", 1999.
Wise words from Jedi master, Qui-Gon Jinn.
"The Force will be with you, always." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"Rebellions are built on hope." — "Rogue One", 2016.
This quote encapsulates the entire efforts of Jyn Erso, Cassian Andor, and the other rebels.

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"The Force will be with you, always." — "A New Hope", 1977.
These parting words to Luke Skywalker have become one of the most memorable, and is often used as a farewell or expression of goodwill by other characters in the franchise.
"The Force is my ally." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"There is no death, there is the Force." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"This is not going to go the way you think." — "Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi", 2017.
"Do. Or do not. There is no try." — "The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
Yoda's famous line has become one of the most inspirational quotes in the Star Wars franchise.
"I'm not afraid." — "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace", 1999.
"When 900 years old you reach, look as good you will not." — "Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"I'm standing by as ordered, sir." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"I love you."
"I know." — "The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
These lines, spoken by Han Solo and Princess Leia, have become one of the most romantic moments in the series.
"Hope." — "Rogue One", 2016.
This is the final word of "Rogue One" and leads directly into "A New Hope".
"I've been waiting for this day for a long time." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.

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"Let the past die. Kill it, if you have to. That's the only way to become what you were meant to be." — "The Last Jedi", 2017.
Kylo Ren says this to Rey when he's trying to convince her to join him.
"There's always a bigger fish." — "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace", 1999.
"Just for once, let me look on you with my own eyes." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"I'm sorry, sir, I'm not programmed to think that way." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"The Force is not a power you have. It's not about lifting rocks. It's the energy between all things, a tension, a balance, that binds the universe together." — "Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi", 2017.
"I find that answer vague and unconvincing." — "Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi", 2017.
"You can't win, Darth. Strike me down, and I will become more powerful than you could possibly imagine." — "A New Hope", 1977.
"I'll never join you!" — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
“How you doin' Chewbacca? Still hanging around with this loser?” — Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
Lando Calrissian greets the Wookie when the group arrives at Cloud City, ragging on his old friend", and nerf herder., Han Solo.
"It's the ship that made the Kessel run in less than twelve parsecs." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.

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"It's a trap!" — "Return of the Jedi", 1983.
Admiral Ackbar's warning about the trap set by the Empire has become one of the most quoted lines in the franchise.
"The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural." — "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith", 2005.
"If you strike me down, I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"You can't stop change any more than you can stop the suns from setting." — "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones", 2002.
"No. I am your father." — "The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
This revelation, delivered by Darth Vader to Luke Skywalker, is one of the most famous plot twists in cinematic history and was kept secret from the cast and crew until the day of filming, with only a select few people knowing the truth of the scene. It is also one of the most misquoted lines in movie history.
"I was once a Jedi Knight, the same as your father." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"You were my brother, Anakin. I loved you." — "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith", 2005.
"It's over Anakin, I have the high ground." — "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith", 2005.
"These aren't the droids you're looking for." — "A New Hope", 1977.
Obi-Wan Kenobi's use of the Jedi mind trick on Stormtroopers has become one of the most iconic scenes in the franchise.
"Don't be too proud of this technological terror you've constructed." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.

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"Aren't you a little short for a stormtrooper?" — "A New Hope", 1977.
Princess Leia Organa's quip to Luke Skywalker has become one of the most memorable lines in the franchise.
"I have waited a long time for this moment, my little green friend." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"I am altering the deal. Pray I don't alter it any further." — "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
"Permission to jump into an X-Wing and blow something up?" — "Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi", 2017.
Poe Dameron was just itching to get his hands dirty in the fight against the Galactic Empire.
"I've got a bad feeling about this." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
This phrase has been spoken by numerous characters throughout the Star Wars franchise, including Han Solo and C-3PO, and has become a running gag.
"The garbage will do." — "The Force Awakens", 2015.
Rey says this when they're trying to escape the First Order on the Millennium Falcon.
"I'll never turn to the dark side." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
"I find your lack of faith disturbing." — "A New Hope", 1977.
This ominous warning has become one of the most iconic lines in the franchise.
"I'm one with the Force. The Force is with me." — "Star Wars: Rogue One", 2016.
This phrase is used by Chirrut Imwe as a mantra to help him focus and stay in tune with the Force.
"I'm not a committee!" — "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.

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"I am a Jedi, like my father before me." — "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi", 1983.
This is Luke's response to the Emperor, former Chancellor Palpatine, when he taunts Luke about turning to the dark side.
"The Sith took everything from me." — "Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker", 2019.
"I don't like sand. It's coarse and rough and irritating and it gets everywhere." — "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones", 2002.
"Never tell me the odds." — "The Empire Strikes Back", 1980.
Han Solo's famous line before making the jump to hyperspace has become one of the most popular quotes in the franchise.
"The Force works in mysterious ways." — "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", 1977.
"The ability to speak does not make you intelligent." — "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace", 1999.
"Chewie, we're home." — "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens", 2015.
Han says this when he and Chewbacca the Wookie board the Millennium Falcon once again.
"I don't like sand. It's coarse and rough and irritating, and it gets everywhere." — "Attack of the Clones", 2002.
Anakin Skywalker's awkward attempt at romance has become one of the most mocked lines in the franchise.
"So this is how liberty dies. With thunderous applause." — "Revenge of the Sith", 2005.
Padmé Amidala's lament over the fall of the Republic has become one of the most poignant quotes in the franchise.
"I'm not much more than a servant, really." — "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones", 2002.
"You were my brother, Anakin! I loved you." — "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith", 2005.
This emotional line is spoken by Obi-Wan Kenobi, after his former friend and Jedi apprentice Anakin Skywalker turns to the dark side.

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"This is a rebellion, isn't it? I rebel." — "Rogue One", 2016.
"We are the spark that'll light the fire that'll burn the First Order down." — "The Last Jedi", 2017.

Best Star Wars Quotes from TV Shows

To finish off our list of 82 "Star Wars" quotes, here are some quippy and poignant lines found in the various Disney+ TV shows that expand this fictional universe.

"I can bring you in warm, or I can bring you in cold." — "The Mandalorian", 2019.
"If we aren't willing to do what it takes to win, we risk losing everything we try to protect." — "Star Wars: The Clone Wars", 2011.
“I would like to see the baby.” — "The Mandalorian", 2019.
"Have you modified your uniform?
"Perhaps slightly. Pockets, piping and some light tailoring." — "Andor", 2022.
"Spies… Saboteurs…Assassins. We’ve all done terrible things on behalf of the Rebellion." — "Andor", 2022.
“I don’t want your armor. I want my armor.” — "The Mandalorian", 2020.
“I’m not who I used to be." — "Obi-Wan Kenobi", 2020.
"I'm a Mandalorian. Weapons are part of my religion." — "The Mandalorian", 2019.
“I’m the crime lord. He’s supposed to pay me.” — "The Book of Boba Fett", 2021.
"You failed to gauge the depth of my irritation. You rose to make your point vocally. I was helping you back into your chair when you fell. You were gone when I woke up." — "Andor", 2022.
“If you wish to continue breathing, I advise you to weigh your next words carefully.” — "The Book of Boba Fett", 2021.
“There is only one way: the way of the Mandalore.” — "The Mandalorian", 2020.
"Like a bantha." — "The Book of Boba Fett", 2021.
“He’s alive, Obi-Wan. Anakin Skywalker is alive.” — "Obi-Wan Kenobi", 2020.
"I hope you at least told Padmé I said hello." — "Star Wars: The Clone Wars", 2015.
“… Bounty hunting is a complicated profession.” — "The Mandalorian", 2019.

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The Force Is Strong with These Quotes

As Shmi Skywalker said to Anakin as he left Tatooine, “now, be brave and don't look back. Don't look back.” We hope that these quotes from the “Star Wars” universe have given you a new perspective and helped you get through your day, even if you don’t have a Death Star to explode or Jabba the Hutt to entertain!