What are some fun facts about Star Wars?

30 ‘Star Wars’ Facts You Didn’t Know!

• Yoda was almost played by a monkey.
• “Ewok” was never spoken in the original trilogy.
• Boba Fett’s face is actually visible in the original movies.
• “I have a bad feeling about this” became a running gag for the franchise.
• Return of the Jedi almost had a very different ending.

What inspired the creation of Star Wars?

Lucas has said that the plot and characters in the 1958 Japanese film The Hidden Fortress, directed by Akira Kurosawa, was a major inspiration. Additionally, the film influenced Lucas to tell the story of Star Wars from the viewpoint of the humble droids, rather than a major player.

What Star Wars was made first?

Wars (1977)
Skywalker Saga The first film released, Star Wars (1977), is the fourth film chronologically and was later subtitled Episode IV – A New Hope. The saga begins chronologically with Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) and concludes with Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019).

Is Yoda a monkey?

One of the most surprising facts about Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back is that the iconic character of Grand Master Yoda was originally supposed to be played by a monkey wearing a mask. Yes, a real simian — and there is photographic evidence.

Who started Star Wars?

George Lucas
Star Wars, space opera film series (created by George Lucas) that became one of the most successful and influential franchises in motion picture history.

Why is it called Star Wars?

the Sequel, Prequel and Episodes IV, V and VI always pertains to the battle between the Sith and the Jedi, between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance which happened in different planets and star systems, so it is called Star Wars, because it is a War in different Star Systems in a Galaxy composed of trillions …

When was Star Wars first made?

May 25, 1977 (USA)
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope/Release date