25 Best Star Wars Characters Ranked (2024 Updated) (2024)

As an avid Star Wars fan, I've witnessed Lord Darth Vader's profound impact. Star Wars movies won't be complete without the most iconic villain Sith Lord Darth Vader.

In the prequel trilogy, he is Anakin Skywalker in the past, which is considered the main character of Star Wars movies.

Vader is believed to be one of the most powerful Jedi who will bring balance to the Force. Check out some dark Darth Vader quotes here.

A wise and powerful Jedi Master, Yoda has piqued the hearts of many Star Wars viewers for his force power despite his size.

I remember absorbing his teachings about the Force and contemplating the more profound philosophical messages hidden within his words.

For 500 years, Yoda served the Jedi Council before it crumbled during the end of the Clone Wars.

In the original trilogy of Star Wars movies, Han Solo is probably the coolest hero, a former smuggler who helped lead the Rebel Alliance to fight against the Empire.
I recall eagerly quoting his iconic one-liners and admiring his resourcefulness as he piloted the Millennium Falcon through daring adventures.

Despite being a rogue, Han Solo has a heart of gold and is loved by fans for his funny and realistic insights.

One of the newest Star Wars figures under the Disney TV series, The Mandalorian or Din Djarin, is a prime example of a hardcore yet benevolent bounty hunter.

Mando is a lone warrior exploring beyond the lawless galaxy who serves as Grogu's protector and appears in The Book of Boba Fett.

Besides C-3PO, R2-D2 is another fan-favorite character, a clever and reliable astromech droid that served the Naboo Royal Starship of Queen Padmé Amidala.

The iconic duo of C-3PO and R2-D2 from the original trilogy to every Skywalker saga will surely bring sass and comedic relief, serving as the franchise mascots.

Although acting in a secondary role, Chewbacca is undeniably one of the best characters from Star Wars movies.

Also known as Chewie, the legendary Wookie warrior is the most trustworthy friend in a galaxy filled with dictators.

He is also the co-pilot of Han Solo on Millenium Falcon and even witnessed his final moments.

Princess Leia Organa is a fearless leader of the Rebel Alliance, and like his twin brother Luke, she is also a powerful Jedi Padawan in the Star Wars universe.

She first appeared on Star Wars: A New Hope (1977), known for her gold bikini, and became a General of her Resistance army in The Force Awakens.

Grogu, or Baby Yoda, is a popular Star Wars character for his charming and child-like features, the same species as Grand Master Yoda.

The Child endured the Great Jedi Purge and was rescued by The Mandalorian.
His possibility of becoming a Jedi makes Grogu a lovable and interesting character.

Ahsoka Tano first appeared on Star Wars: The Clone Wars, a Padawan of Anakin who left the Jedi Order due to its flaws.

Also known as "Snips," Tano is one of the force-wielders who withstand battles against Darth Vader and Maul and becomes a respected leader as she matures.

First introduced in Star Wars Holiday Special (1978), Boba is a ruthless bounty hunter with a heart of steel who wanders the galaxy for dirty jobs.

Originally named Alpha, Boba wears a customized Mandalorian suit to clone his father, Jango Fett and also appeared in the Disney TV series The Book of Boba Fett.

Another former smuggler, gambler, and entrepreneur, Lando Calrissian, turned from a con man to a noble leader who fought against the Empire.

He first appeared in The Empire Strikes Back as an intelligent and fearless leader who joined the Rebel Alliance. Lando also helped rescue Han and beat Jabba the Hutt.

One of the most notable characters in the franchise, Padmé Amidala, is the ill-fated Queen of Naboo and a Galactic Senate member, promoting democracy and peace.

In Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Padmé shares a forbidden romance with Anakin, resulting in the birth of Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker.

Rey Skywalker is the mysterious hero of The Force Awakens and a former Jakku scavenger.

She fought with the Resistance against the First Order and inherited Darth Sidious's connection to the Force.

After helping BB-8, Rey turned from a nobody to uncovering the awakening Force, making her seek training from Luke.

A formidable Jedi hunter, General Grievous is known for his hacking cough and viciousness despite having a human heart.

He is a clever military strategist, melee combatant, and the Separatist Droid Armies Supreme Martial Commander.

Grievous is a huge skeletal droid with four arms, allowing him to wield four lightsabers simultaneously.

Poe Dameron is one of General Leia's most trustworthy emissaries and serves as the commander of the Resistance New Republic Defense Fleet.

The dazzling commander was held captive and eventually escaped death at the hands of the First Order.

With his return, Dameron takes the lead in destroying the Starkiller base weapon.

Mace Windu is another notable Star Wars character known for his purple lightsaber and considered the second strongest Jedi, next to Yoda.

During the Galactic Republic's final years, he serves as a member of the Jedi High Council and Jedi Order's champion.

Windu died with the betrayal of Anakin after learning Palpatine is Darth Sidious.

A jittery yet reliable astromech droid, BB-8 has a dome-rolling head like the R2 series. This white and rounded droid is owned by the Resistance pilot, Poe Dameron.

BB-8 accompanied Dameron on his flights and missions. He also helped Dameron track the Yissira Zyde freighter hijacked by the First Order.

Hailing from the Gentes planet, Kuiil is an Ugnaught introduced on the Disney TV series The Mandalorian. He worked to be free of slavery and became a vapor farmer.

During the New Republic, mercenaries and criminals invade his world and meet Din Djarin. Then, he helped The Mandalorian and Grogu to leave the planet.