Having a Star Wars Trivia night? We’ve compiled a list of Star Wars movie trivia questions that will test your knowledge and challenge even the most dedicated fans.
From iconic characters to memorable quotes and behind-the-scenes secrets, get ready to dive into the world of Star Wars trivia!
1. The Birth of a Saga
Star Wars has become a cultural phenomenon since its inception in 1977. Created by George Lucas, this epic space opera has captured the hearts of millions around the world. Here are some trivia questions about the birth of this legendary saga.
- Question: Who wrote and directed the original Star Wars movie (later renamed “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope”)? Answer: George Lucas
- Question: In what year was “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope” originally released? Answer: 1977
- Question: The character of Han Solo was inspired by what profession of George Lucas’ friend, Francis Ford Coppola? Answer: Smuggler
- Question: Which iconic Hollywood director suggested the idea of opening each film in the saga with a scrolling text ‘crawl’ to set up the story? Answer: Brian De Palma
- Question: What was George Lucas’ original title for the first Star Wars film? Answer: “The Star Wars”
- Question: How much was George Lucas paid for directing the original Star Wars movie? Answer: He chose to be paid $150,000, in lieu of a higher salary, he retained merchandising rights.
- Question: In order to fund the original Star Wars movie, Lucas founded which visual effects company? Answer: Industrial Light & Magic (ILM)
- Question: What was the original budget for “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope”? Answer: $11 million
- Question: How many Academy Awards did the original Star Wars film win? Answer: 6
- Question: Which future Star Wars director played a key role in editing “A New Hope,” and won an Academy Award for it? Answer: Marcia Lucas, George Lucas’ then-wife.
- Question: Which actor was originally considered for the role of Han Solo before Harrison Ford was cast? Answer: Al Pacino
- Question: What is the name of the Star Wars opening theme composed by John Williams? Answer: “Main Title” or “Luke’s Theme”
- Question: In which desert were the Tatooine scenes shot for “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope”? Answer: The Sahara Desert, specifically in Tunisia
- Question: How did George Lucas come up with the name “R2-D2”? Answer: It reportedly came from “Reel 2, Dialogue 2” during the making of Lucas’s previous film, “American Graffiti”
- Question: Who played the physical part of Darth Vader (not the voice) in “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope”? Answer: David Prowse
- Question: What were Luke Skywalker’s aunt and uncle’s jobs on Tatooine? Answer: They were moisture farmers
- Question: What was the original name of the Star Wars sequel, before it was changed to “The Empire Strikes Back”? Answer: “Star Wars II”
- Question: Which character was added to the Star Wars franchise because George Lucas wanted a “pirate” character? Answer: Han Solo
- Question: What were the three words George Lucas gave John Williams as guidance when creating the iconic Star Wars score? Answer: “Sweeping, rich and operatic”
- Question: What were the names of the two models of droids that Luke Skywalker’s family purchased from the Jawas in “A New Hope”? Answer: R2-D2 (an astromech droid) and C-3PO (a protocol droid)
2. The Force Awakens
The sequel trilogy brought a new generation of characters and stories to the Star Wars universe. Let’s test your knowledge about “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens.”
- Question: Who directed “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens”? Answer: J.J. Abrams
- Question: Which famous British actor plays the character Finn in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: John Boyega
- Question: Who plays the character of Rey in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Daisy Ridley
- Question: What is the name of the droid that carries the map to Luke Skywalker in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: BB-8
- Question: Who is Kylo Ren’s father? Answer: Han Solo
- Question: What is the name of the starkiller’s base planet in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Ilum
- Question: Who killed Han Solo in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Kylo Ren
- Question: What is the name of the planet where Rey finds Luke Skywalker at the end of “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Ahch-To
- Question: What is Poe Dameron’s callsign in the Resistance’s starfighter corps? Answer: Black Leader
- Question: In “The Force Awakens,” what are the final words spoken by Leia to Rey before Rey leaves to find Luke Skywalker? Answer: “May the Force be with you”
- Question: What is the name of the new form of Stormtrooper, dressed in silver, introduced in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Captain Phasma
- Question: What is the name of the ship Rey and Finn steal on Jakku to escape the First Order? Answer: The Millennium Falcon
- Question: Who is the Supreme Leader of the First Order in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Snoke
- Question: Which character, portrayed by actress Lupita Nyong’o, gives Rey the lightsaber that once belonged to Luke and Anakin Skywalker? Answer: Maz Kanata
- Question: Who is the actor behind the motion capture performance of Supreme Leader Snoke? Answer: Andy Serkis
- Question: What type of ship is the Finalizer, the command ship of General Hux and Kylo Ren? Answer: Star Destroyer
- Question: What game does Finn accidentally turn on in the Millennium Falcon? Answer: Dejarik (also known as Holochess)
- Question: Who is the old man Poe Dameron meets with at the beginning of “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Lor San Tekka
- Question: How many portions does Unkar Plutt offer for BB-8? Answer: Sixty portions
- Question: What is the name of the Resistance’s base in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: D’Qar
- Question: Who played Unkar Plutt, the junk dealer on Jakku? Answer: Simon Pegg
- Question: Which “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” actor wrote the screenplay for the movie “Thirteen”? Answer: Carrie Fisher (Leia Organa)
- Question: What does Finn tell Han Solo he used to work as on the Starkiller Base? Answer: Sanitation
- Question: In “The Force Awakens,” what is the name of the cantina owner who has Luke Skywalker’s old lightsaber? Answer: Maz Kanata
- Question: Who plays the role of General Hux in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Domhnall Gleeson
- Question: Who says the line, “The garbage will do”, when looking for a ship to escape the First Order’s attack on Jakku? Answer: Rey
- Question: What kind of creature does Han Solo transport in his freighter? Answer: Rathtars
- Question: Who is the leader of the Resistance in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: General Leia Organa
- Question: What is the name of the forest planet where the Resistance finds the Starkiller Base? Answer: Takodana
- Question: Who does Kylo Ren take prisoner and interrogate using the Force in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Poe Dameron and later Rey
- Question: Where on Jakku does Rey live? Answer: Inside a downed AT-AT walker
- Question: What is the name of the First Order’s superweapon in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Starkiller Base
- Question: Which character’s last words in “The Force Awakens” are “Thank you”? Answer: Han Solo
- Question: What piece of Anakin Skywalker’s legacy does Kylo Ren possess? Answer: His helmet
- Question: What is the name of Kylo Ren’s command shuttle? Answer: The Finalizer
3. Iconic Characters
Star Wars introduced us to a vast array of memorable characters, both human and alien. Let’s dive into some questions about these iconic individuals.
- Question: Who portrayed Luke Skywalker in the original trilogy? Answer: Mark Hamill
- Question: Which character is known as “the best star-pilot in the galaxy”? Answer: Anakin Skywalker
- Question: What is Darth Vader’s real name? Answer: Anakin Skywalker
- Question: Who did Carrie Fisher portray in the Star Wars saga? Answer: Princess Leia Organa
- Question: Which actor provided the voice for the character Yoda? Answer: Frank Oz
- Question: What is the name of the famous smuggler who shot Greedo in the Mos Eisley Cantina? Answer: Han Solo
- Question: What is Chewbacca’s home planet? Answer: Kashyyyk
- Question: Who was Obi-Wan Kenobi’s master? Answer: Qui-Gon Jinn
- Question: Who is the former queen of Naboo who later becomes a senator in the Galactic Republic? Answer: Padmé Amidala
- Question: Which Star Wars character has the alter ego named Darth Tyranus? Answer: Count Dooku
- Question: What species is Yoda? Answer: Yoda’s species has not been named in the Star Wars canon. As of my knowledge cutoff in 2021, it is sometimes informally referred to as “Yoda’s species.”
- Question: What is the name of the bounty hunter who captures Han Solo in “The Empire Strikes Back”? Answer: Boba Fett
- Question: Who serves as the Emperor’s right-hand enforcer and is known as the “Dark Lord of the Sith”? Answer: Darth Vader
- Question: Who is known for the phrase “Do or do not, there is no try”? Answer: Yoda
- Question: Who is Leia and Han’s son? Answer: Ben Solo, also known as Kylo Ren
- Question: What species is Jabba the Hutt? Answer: Hutt
- Question: What is the model designation of the droid C-3PO? Answer: Protocol droid
- Question: What color is Mace Windu’s lightsaber? Answer: Purple
- Question: Who are the two characters played by actress Natalie Portman in “The Phantom Menace”? Answer: Padmé Amidala and her handmaiden decoy, Queen Amidala
- Question: Which character says the line: “I’ve got a bad feeling about this” in almost every Star Wars movie? Answer: This line is said by multiple characters, including Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
4. Behind-the-Scenes Secrets
The making of the Star Wars movies holds many fascinating stories and secrets. Let’s uncover some behind-the-scenes trivia.
- Question: Who provided the voice of Darth Vader? Answer: James Earl Jones
- Question: What was the original title for “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: “Revenge of the Jedi”
- Question: How were the sounds of the TIE Fighters created? Answer: The sound was made by combining an elephant call with the noise of a car driving on wet pavement.
- Question: Who composed the iconic Star Wars theme? Answer: John Williams
- Question: What substance was used to create the snow in the Hoth scenes of “The Empire Strikes Back”? Answer: Baking soda
- Question: What was the working title of “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” to keep fans and press away during filming? Answer: “Blue Harvest”
- Question: Which actor was originally considered for the role of Yoda? Answer: Jim Henson
- Question: Who choreographed the lightsaber duels in the prequel trilogy? Answer: Nick Gillard
- Question: Which Star Wars film was the first to be shot entirely with high-definition cameras, without using traditional 35mm film? Answer: “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones”
- Question: Which character was originally supposed to die in “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: Han Solo
- Question: What was the inspiration behind the design of the Millennium Falcon? Answer: A hamburger with a bite taken out of it and an olive on the side
- Question: What was the name of George Lucas’ dog, which inspired the character Chewbacca? Answer: Indiana
- Question: The design of the Star Destroyer was based on what shape? Answer: A wedge or triangle
- Question: Who was the body double for Princess Leia in the gold bikini scenes in “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: Tracy Eddon
- Question: Which character did George Lucas consider making a midget? Answer: Luke Skywalker
- Question: What two characters have appeared in every Star Wars film up to the knowledge cut-off in 2021? Answer: R2-D2 and C-3PO
- Question: How many actors have played Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader (both body and voice roles)? Answer: Five: David Prowse, James Earl Jones, Sebastian Shaw, Hayden Christensen, and Jake Lloyd
- Question: What was used to create the growling sound of the Wookiees? Answer: The sound is a mix of bear, lion, walrus, and badger noises.
- Question: Who was the puppeteer that operated Jabba the Hutt in “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: Toby Philpott
- Question: Which actor from the original trilogy requested their own death scene? Answer: Sir Alec Guinness (Obi-Wan Kenobi)
- Question: Which actor got their part by sleeping on George Lucas’s couch? Answer: Richard Dreyfuss
- Question: How many model Tie Fighters were built for the first Star Wars film? Answer: 20
- Question: What gave R2-D2 his unique, bleep-bloop sound? Answer: The sounds were created by sound designer Ben Burtt using an ARP 2600 analog synthesizer, along with his own vocalizations.
- Question: What animal were Tauntauns’ movements based on? Answer: Camels
- Question: Which character from the prequels was entirely CGI? Answer: Jar Jar Binks
5. Planets and Locations
The Star Wars universe is known for its diverse and visually stunning planets. Let’s test your knowledge about these iconic locations.
- Question: What is the home planet of the Wookiees? Answer: Kashyyyk
- Question: Where did the Battle of Endor take place? Answer: The moon of Endor
- Question: What planet is home to the Jedi Council? Answer: Coruscant
- Question: Where is the Great Pit of Carkoon, the lair of the Sarlacc, located? Answer: Tatooine
- Question: Which planet was destroyed by the Death Star in “A New Hope”? Answer: Alderaan
- Question: What city is known as Cloud City? Answer: Bespin
- Question: Which Star Wars film features the planet Crait? Answer: “Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi”
- Question: What type of planet is Hoth? Answer: Ice planet
- Question: What planet is destroyed by the Starkiller Base in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Hosnian Prime
- Question: What planet is the base of the Rebel Alliance in “A New Hope”? Answer: Yavin 4
- Question: Which planet is known for its extensive libraries and archives in the Star Wars universe? Answer: Obi-Wan travels to Kamino looking for a planet that is not in the Jedi Archives.
- Question: Where does Rey find Luke Skywalker at the end of “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Ahch-To
- Question: What is the name of the ocean moon where the final battle of “The Rise of Skywalker” takes place? Answer: Kef Bir
- Question: What planet is Obi-Wan Kenobi on when he sends a distress message to the remaining Jedi in “Revenge of the Sith”? Answer: Utapau
- Question: Which planet is renowned for its podracing? Answer: Tatooine
- Question: On which planet did the Battle of Geonosis occur? Answer: Geonosis
- Question: Which planet, home to the Ewoks, is the site of the final battle in “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: The forest moon of Endor
- Question: Which desert planet serves as the home for Rey in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: Jakku
- Question: Where are the Clones created in “Attack of the Clones”? Answer: Kamino
- Question: What is the name of the planet that is home to Jyn Erso at the beginning of “Rogue One”? Answer: Lah’mu
- Question: Where did Anakin Skywalker grow up? Answer: Tatooine
- Question: Which tropical planet serves as the primary location for “Rogue One”? Answer: Scarif
- Question: Where was the Starkiller Base located in “The Force Awakens”? Answer: The planet Ilum
- Question: What planet does General Leia Organa consider home? Answer: Alderaan
- Question: What planet is home to the Sith Wayfinder, as seen in “The Rise of Skywalker”? Answer: Exegol
6. The Dark Side
The Sith and their dark side powers play a significant role in the Star Wars saga. Let’s delve into some questions about the dark side.
- Question: Who is the Emperor of the Galactic Empire and master of the Dark Side? Answer: Emperor Palpatine, also known as Darth Sidious
- Question: Which Sith Lord is famous for saying the line, “I find your lack of faith disturbing”? Answer: Darth Vader
- Question: What type of trooper serves as the Emperor’s personal bodyguard? Answer: The Imperial Royal Guard
- Question: Who trains Darth Sidious in the ways of the Dark Side? Answer: Darth Plagueis
- Question: What Sith Lord ordered the creation of the clone army? Answer: Darth Tyranus, also known as Count Dooku
- Question: What is the name of Darth Vader’s Super Star Destroyer? Answer: The Executor
- Question: Which character is the master of Darth Maul and Darth Tyranus? Answer: Darth Sidious
- Question: What planet is destroyed by the first Death Star as a demonstration of its power? Answer: Alderaan
- Question: What is the name of the elite unit of the Galactic Empire that Darth Vader leads? Answer: The 501st Legion, also known as “Vader’s Fist”
- Question: What is the color of a Sith’s lightsaber? Answer: Red
- Question: What Sith artifact did Darth Sidious use to cheat death? Answer: Sith Wayfinder
- Question: Who becomes the apprentice of Darth Sidious after the death of Darth Maul? Answer: Darth Tyranus (Count Dooku)
- Question: Who trained Kylo Ren? Answer: Luke Skywalker initially trained him, but he was later corrupted by Snoke.
- Question: What is the real name of Darth Vader? Answer: Anakin Skywalker
- Question: Who was the original commander of the Death Star? Answer: Grand Moff Tarkin
- Question: Who played the role of Darth Maul in “The Phantom Menace”? Answer: Ray Park
- Question: Who is the Dark Side user that serves Supreme Leader Snoke? Answer: Kylo Ren
- Question: What is the ultimate power in the universe, according to Grand Moff Tarkin? Answer: The Death Star
- Question: Who kills Emperor Palpatine in “Return of the Jedi”? Answer: Darth Vader
- Question: Who created the Rule of Two for the Sith? Answer: Darth Bane
- Question: Who was the first Sith Lord to appear in the Star Wars film series? Answer: Darth Vader
- Question: What is the name of the weapon created by the First Order that uses a star to destroy multiple planets at once? Answer: Starkiller Base
- Question: How does Kylo Ren kill his father, Han Solo? Answer: With his lightsaber
- Question: Who is the director of Advanced Weapons Research for the Imperial military in “Rogue One”? Answer: Orson Krennic
- Question: What is the name of the Emperor’s residence on Coruscant? Answer: The Imperial Palace