Star Wars Movies Ranked
Who isn't a fan of the beloved science fiction franchise Star Wars? Whether you watch it for the in depth storylines, action packed space ship battles, or intense lightsaber duels. There are 11 dramatic movies in the Star Wars saga and I’m here to rank them from worst to best. I have followed Star Wars my whole life and based on plot and movie production I will put in my opinion on these movies. This is a controversial topic because many people rank them all super differently.
11. Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Many Star Wars fans will agree with me on this one. The movie is filled with corny scenes and has a pointless plot. It was lazy and lacked a good story line. How does Princess Leia learn to fly in space and remain alive after her ship blows up? Supreme Leader Snoke is a pointless character and left the audience with so many questions. Too corny for me, but it is Star Wars so there are obviously cool scenes like the conclusion battle on the planet Crait where the red dust is blowing everywhere.
10. Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
This is how the prequels begin and it’s not the best. It is incredibly boring and is story based, lacking the action we saw in previous Star Wars films. Jar-Jar Binks is an unbelievable cringey and annoying character. It lacks the entertaining lightsaber duels and the intense space action. Especially for the younger generation this movie can be put on during nap time. Darth Maul is an amazing character and the final fight was pretty entertaining but everything else was poorly done.
9. Solo: A Star Wars Story
This is a good movie, it's a great background movie of the origin of the famous character Han Solo. I like these “story” movies because it allows us to explore the in depth universe of the Star Wars universe. Especially in this movie you see new parts of the galaxy and it’s different ways of living. Also Donald Glover killed the Lando Calrissian part. Not great but definitely watchable.
8. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Going into this movie is pure excitement, especially with the huge announcement of Emperor Palpatine has returned and is still as evil as before. It’s a good movie but some parts were a little cheesy for me. Finn is an extremely annoying and cringey character in this movie. This could have been such a better movie, especially with the plot they were going with. Kylo Ren is such a cool character but could never be on the same villain level as Vader. When Rey hears all the Jedi is a cool scene.
7. Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
This movie could have been a top tier episode in the saga but the love story between Anakin and Padme kind of kills the full Star Wars vibe. Some parts of this movie are dry and lack good dialogue and action. It definitely is an important film in the saga as everything is coming together and characters are being set up. Also the final scene on Geonosis when Obi Wan, Anakin, and Padem go up against three monsters and all the jedis show up and a massive battle occurs. Jango Fett is also introduced and he is important in the saga.
6. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
This movie is really good. Even though this isn't an episode in the saga it’s super entertaining. You learn all these great characters just to watch them die. This movie follows up A New Hope incredibly. The plans to the Death Star are obtained and you see them be given to Leia. Also the scene where Darth Vadar is slaughtering everyone is so insane.
5. Star Wars: The Force Awakens
This is a good start to the new trilogy. Although many say that this is just another version of A New Hope, it is put together very well and introduces all the new characters. The First Order is a great concept but like I said before Kylo Ren will never reach Darth Vader’s villain level. It made me excited for the upcoming trilogy and isn't a bad film. It’s definitely the best one in the new trilogy. Overall it's just a well put together Star Wars film.
4. Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
I love this movie and can watch it over and over again. The beginning at Jabba’s Palace is one of my favorite parts of Star Wars. The whole gang gets back together to destroy the Death Star and defeat Darth Vadar. The movie is action packed and emotional. It’s a great ending to the trilogy with everyone celebrating the victory and ewoks dancing around.
3. Star Wars: A New Hope
The first Star Wars is one of the best. It starts with the brutal attack of Darth Vader showing you right away that he's not a guy to mess with. It’s an awesome movie and introduces all the fan favorite characters. It sets up the plot of Jedi being good and Sith being evil. The movie was legendary and is definitely a fan favorite. It’s what started it all.
2. Star Wars: The Revenge of the Sith
I know many people reading this will think I have this too high but this movie is amazing. The most recognizable scenes in Star Wars have come from this and it really just sets up the future of Star Wars perfectly. It is action packed and has an amazing storyline. From Doku getting his head cut off, Order 66, General Grievous, Palpatine turning sith, and Obi Wan and Anakin dueling off over molting lava. It’s a great movie and is full of twists throughout the film.
1. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
This is the most important episode in all of Star Wars. You learn so much background information needed to help you understand the plot. The snow battle on Hoth is action packed and just shows how amazing this movie really is. When you find out that Vader is Luke’s father it is complete goosebumps. Luke and Vader’s duel ends off with Luke losing his hand and it is perfect and legendary. You learn so much about the Empire and it completely changes the direction Star Wars was going.