Summary
Star Wars’now-iconic phrase -“I have a bad feeling about this”- has been a mainstay of almost every project, from TV shows to movies. Although thechronological order ofStar Warsmovies has since been altered, 1977’sA New Hopewas responsible for the origins of many iconic franchise elements. From lightsabers and ships to catchphrases and quotable lines, many elements fromA New Hopehave stood the test of time, and will likely continue to do so inupcomingStar Warsmovies.
Both thebest and worst-ranked movies inStar Warsinclude aspects synonymous with the franchise, with one specific instance appearing in every single movie in some capacity. This even continued into the extensive slate ofStar WarsTV shows, with"I have a bad feeling about this"being commonly uttered by people, aliens, droids, heroes, and villains all across the galaxy far, far away. From the unadulterated words to fun twists on the saying, one ofStar Wars' most iconic phrases has been included in almost every single project in the franchise.
36Obi-Wan Kenobi Shares His Doubts With Qui-Gon Jinn
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Concerning the first installment in the chronological order of the Skywalker Saga, the opening words ofStar Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menacehouse the phrase. AsObi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinnenter the Trade Federation ship, their initial reveal is accompanied by the words. Kenobi tells his master that he has a bad feeling about their mission, prompting Qui-Gon to lecture his Padawan on the Living Force.
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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is set in a galaxy facing political turmoil, as Jedi Knights Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi seek peace while encountering Anakin Skywalker, a slave with great potential in the Force. Meanwhile, the Sith begin their resurgence, threatening the stability of the Republic.
35Anakin Skywalker Doesn’t Care For The Geonosian Arena
Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
The second movie in the prequel trilogy also features one instance of the phrase being uttered. In the second act of the film, Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Padmé are captured and placed in a Geonosian fighting arena. As the giant monsters they are tasked with fighting against lurk towards them, Anakin tells Padmé and Obi-Wan that he has a"bad feeling about this."
Years after the events of The Phantom Menace, the Skywalker Saga continues with Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones. When Senator Padme Amidala’s life is threatened, Jedi Knights Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker are tasked with her protection. While Obi-Wan uncovers a clone army made in secret, Anakin falls in love with Padme, marking the beginning of his inevitable fall to the dark side of the Force.
34Obi-Wan & Anakin’s Rescue Of Palpatine Strikes Worry In The Jedi Master
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
Revenge of the Sithopens with Anakin and Obi-Wan on a desperate mission to save Palpatine from General Grievous. As the two race their Jedi starfighters towards Grievous' ship, the blast doors begin to close in front of them. Faced with the possibility of crashing head-on into the giant doors, Obi-Wan tells his Padawan that he has a bad feeling about the maneuver.
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith details the fall of the Jedi Order and Anakin Skywalker’s transformation under the influence of Darth Sidious. Released in 2005, the film explores Anakin’s internal conflict and the shifting political landscape, leading to the rise of the Galactic Empire.
33Young Han Solo Puts A Twist On The Iconic Phrase
Solo: A Star Wars Story
As the phrase became more and more recognizable withinStar Wars, various movies and shows began implementing ways of adding a neat twist to the iconic line. One of these is found inSolo: A Star Wars Story. When Alden Ehrenreich’s Han Solo takes command of the Millennium Falcon during a maelstrom, he tells his crew"I’ve got a really good feeling about this.“This twist draws a knowing smile from the audience, all while reflecting Solo’s cocky, confident demeanor and reversing a line by the character from later in the chronological timeline.
Solo: A Star Wars Story explores the early adventures of Han Solo, showcasing his beginnings and key encounters with significant characters in the Star Wars universe. Set in a backdrop of galactic turmoil, the film delves into the origins of his famed relationships and his rise as a rebellious smuggler.
32K-2SO Is Rudely Interrupted By Cassian Andor
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
As was the case withSolo,Rogue Oneadded a small twist to theStar Warsphrase. As the trio of Jyn, Cassian, and K-2SO are infiltrating the Imperial base on Scarif, the latter voices his discomfort. K-2 begins to tell the others he has a bad feeling about this, but cannot finish the phrase before Cassian and Jyn tell him to be quiet.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is a standalone film set in the Star Wars universe, where a group of resistance fighters, led by Jyn Erso, embarks on a mission to steal the Death Star plans. This pivotal event sets the stage for the iconic saga to follow.
31Luke Skywalker Feels The Foreboding Nature Of The Death Star
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
The first instance of someone having a bad feeling came from Luke Skywalker himself. As he, Obi-Wan, Han Solo, and Chewbacca approach the Death Star, Luke tells his friends that he has a"very bad feeling about this.“Unbeknownst to George Lucas and co. at the time, this one line catapulted the phrase intoStar Warsfolklore.
Star Wars is a seminal science fiction film released in 1977 that follows the quest of Luke Skywalker and Han Solo to rescue Princess Leia from the oppressive Imperial forces. They are aided by the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO, as they strive to restore peace to the galaxy.
30Han Solo Feels Dismay In The Trash Compactor
Concerning both chronology and release order,A New Hopeis the firstStar Warsmovie to have two separate instances of the iconic line. After Luke, Han, and Leia fall into the Death Star’s trash compactor, Han tells the others that he has a bad feeling about their predicament. As it turns out, Han’s foresight is excellent, as the walls of the compactor begin closing in around them.
Luke Skywalker actor Mark Hamill burst a blood vessel filming this scene, causing Lucas to shoot only one side of his face until it healed.
29Princess Leia Foreshadows The Mynock Attack
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back
InThe Empire Strikes Back, Han lands the Millennium Falcon in a mysterious place to escape the pursuing Empire. As he and Leia explore their surroundings, the latter states she has a bad feeling about it. This is followed by the MYnock attack, proving Leia - like Han a movie earlier - to have foreshadowed a life-threatening event.
The Empire Strikes Back is the second installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, directed by Irvin Kershner. Released in 1980, it follows Luke Skywalker as he trains under Jedi Master Yoda, while Princess Leia, Han Solo, and the Rebel Alliance face ongoing threats from the Galactic Empire and Darth Vader.
28C-3PO Doesn’t Trust Luke’s Rescue Attempt
Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
Return of the Jediopens with the attempt to rescue Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt. Two key components of the plan are R2-D2 and C-3PO, though the latter is not keen on their chances. The protocol droid uses the iconicStar Warsphrase to voice his concern to the astromech as they cross the threshold into Jabba’s palace.
Return of the Jedi concludes George Lucas’s original Star Wars trilogy with Luke Skywalker and his allies seeking to rescue Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt and facing a renewed threat as the Emperor attempts to obliterate the Rebellion through a second Death Star, broadening the epic battle between good and evil.
27Han Solo Thinks He Will Become An Ewok Meal
Han Solo’s line of"I have a really bad feeling about this"when being bound by the Ewoks inReturn of the Jediis interesting for two reasons. For one, it marks anotherStar Warsmovie in which the line is spoken twice. Secondly, it links back toSolo: A Star Wars Story, with the line being reversed by Alden Ehrenreich’s younger version of the character.
Star Wars: Han Solo’s 15 Best Quotes
Han Solo is one of Star Wars' most iconic characters, and these 15 quotes from the original and sequel trilogies represent his very best.
