40 Quotes To Celebrate 40 Years Of Empire Strikes Back
There’s a very important Star Wars milestone just around the corner. On May 21, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back will be celebrating its 40th anniversary! Apart from making us feel VERY old, its also a great time to celebrate all of the things that make this film a timeless classic. Chief among them are all of the wonderful “quote worthy” moments from the films.
Not a week goes by that someone doesn’t throw out a Star Wars quote in my house and thanks to StarWars.com you can now reminisce about these awesome lines with a handy list they’ve curated of 40 incredible quotes to celebrate 40 years!
Let’s get tucked in.
“There isn’t enough life on this ice cube to fill a space cruiser.” – Han Solo
Star Wars wouldn’t be Star Wars without a cheeky line or two from Han Solo. With the usual hint of sarcasm, he tells us everything we need to know about the rebel’s new hidden base.
“A death mark’s not an easy thing to live with.” – General Rieekan
Delivered by General Rieekan, this is our first hit that Jabba the Hutt hasn’t forgotten about Han Solo.
Yes, Your Highnessness?” – Han Solo
And here’s that tension between Han Solo and Leia Organa that had us swooning. As StarWars.com points out there’s a lot of emotion brimming under their bickering.
“I’d just as soon kiss a Wookiee.” – Leia Organa
The banter continues with this witty retort from Princess Leia after Han Solo tries to call her out regarding her feelings toward him.
“Then I’ll see you in hell!” – Han Solo
Proving that though even though he is a bit of rogue Han Solo is willing to do what it takes to help a friend.
“You will go to the Dagobah system.” – Obi-Wan Kenobi
Ben Kenobi charts a course for Luke. Not only is this the first time mention is made of Yoda but it also begins to chart the course of Luke’s path as a Jedi.
“I thought they smelled bad on the outside!” – Han Solo
Ahh, the moment when rescuing Luke from Hoth learns that dead animals may provide a great way to keep warm.
“I don’t know where you get your delusions, laser brain.” – Leia Organa
Another great insult from the one and only Princess Leia!
“Laugh it up, fuzzball.” – Han Solo to Chewbacca
One of my favorite quotes about the playful and endearing camaraderie between Solo and Chewbacca.
“Why, you stuck up, half-witted, scruffy-looking…nerf-herder!” – Leia Organa
And here it is. The insult to end all insults from Leia Organa to Han Solo!
“He is as clumsy as he is stupid.” – Darth Vader
Never one to beat around the bush, Darth Vader’s anger toward Admiral Ozzel results in a rather bad day at the office!
“Our first catch of the day.” – Imperial Officer
An Imperial Officer and Captain Lennox telling us exactly what they think about rebel ships.
“The first transport is away.” – Rebel Alliance Announcer
A triumphant moment for the Rebel Alliance.
“Would it helped if I got out and pushed?” –- Leia Organa
Because we all know how unreliable the Millennium Falcon’s hyperdrive can be.
“Punch it!” – Han Solo to Chewbacca
Definitely one of the most re-quoted lines in the Star Wars films!
“Never tell me the odds!” – Han Solo
Han bets the odds that he can lose the enemy fighters within an asteroid field.
“You said you wanted to be around when I made a mistake. Well, this could be it, sweetheart.” – Han Solo
Because when it comes to one of Han Solo’s quick decisions, the outcome is always a bit iffy!
“Ah! A great warrior. Wars not make one great.” – Yoda
One of our first introductions to the seemingly endless wisdom of Yoda.
“Aww, cannot get your ship out?” – Yoda
Though he’s definitely a taskmaster when it comes to Luke, Yoda also has a sense of humor.
“Sir, I don’t know where your ship learned to communicate, but it has the most peculiar dialect.” – C-3PO
A remnant of L3-37’s distinctive personality? Many Star Wars fans say yes!
“You like me because I’m a scoundrel. There aren’t enough scoundrels in your life.” – Han Solo
Things continue to heat up between the future parents of Kylo Ren.
“The son of Skywalker must not become a Jedi.” – Emperor Palpatine
If this doesn’t take you back to being absolutely terrified at the movie theater as a small child then I don’t know what will. It’s our first introduction to the Emperor.
“For eight hundred years have I trained Jedi. My own counsel will I keep on who is to be trained!” – Yoda
It’s revealed that this fella is super old!!
“Adventure. Heh! Excitement. Heh! A Jedi craves not these things.” – Yoda
A reminder that there is no room for ego when it comes to being a Jedi.
“I am not a committee!” – Leia Organa
Han takes aim at Leia’s political past in this quick but unforgettable exchange.
“You are free to use any methods necessary, but I want them alive. No disintegrations.” – Darth Vader
This conversation hints that there’s a bit of history between Boba Fett, one of the Empire’s most iconic characters and Vader.
“Do. Or do not. There is no try.” – Yoda
Definitely the most iconic teaching moment in Star Wars and quote that is nearly as famous as the films themselves.
“Luminous beings are we, not this crude matter.” – Yoda
Things get a bit transcendental with this famous Yoda quote.
“You do have your moments. Not many, but you do have them.” – Leia Organa
This line is the closest Princess Leia comes to giving Han Solo a compliment.
“Hello, what have we here?” – Lando Calrissian
Always the smooth talker, this is Lando setting his sights on Princess Leia for the first time.
“There is another.” – Yoda
And the groundwork for the connection between Luke and Leia is laid out thanks to Master Yoda.
“He’s no good to me dead.” – Boba Fett
Apparently, this famous line illuding to Boba Fett and Darth Vader’s plans for Han Solo is also echoed in “The Mandalorian.” Time to watch the first season again to see if you can find it!
“This deal’s getting worse all the time.” – Lando Calrissian
Lando demonstrating in one quote that it’s all about the deal while showing a slightly softer side when it comes to Princess Leia and Chewbacca.
“I know.” – Han Solo
A line that has been repeated by many a Star Wars-loving couple ever since!
“All too easy.” – Darth Vader
Furthering Luke Skywalker’s role as the loveable underdog.
“Impressive. Most impressive.” – Darth Vader
and one full of surprises.
“I am your father.” – Darth Vader
The most attention-grabbing and momentous line in all of Star Wars comes during this Empire Strikes back big reveal.
Join me, and together we can rule the galaxy as father and son.” – Darth Vader
Far from a touching fatherly moment, Vader seems more interested in using Luke as simply another tool in his quest to rule the galaxy.
“It’s not my fault!” – Lando Calrissian
Echoing Han Solo, Lando can’t help but defend himself to his new friends. (It’s really not his fault.)
40. “I’m standing here in pieces, and you’re having delusions of grandeur!” – C-3PO
This has to be be one of my favorite C-3PO line ever!
We here at MickeyBlog hope that you enjoyed this walk down Star Wars memory lane. Keep following along for more Star Wars related news and updates. And relive the magic while watching Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and all of your favorite Star Wars movies and series on Disney+.
Source: StarWars.com