With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Lucasfilm creative executive Emily Shkoukani has shared 20 of the most romantic quotes from Star Wars. Here are the first 10: –
1. “I truly, deeply love you. Before we die I want you to know.” — Padmé Amidala
As Anakin and Padmé are about to be carted into the Geonosians’ execution arena where they’re scheduled for certain death, Padmé professes her love for Anakin, believing it might be the last chance she’ll have. (Star Wars: Attack of the Clones)
2. “Someone who loves you.” — Leia Organa
With Leia rescuing Han after months of him being frozen in carbonite and tossed around the underworld, there’s no better victory than the two of them picking up right where they left off — professing their love for one another. (Star Wars: Return of the Jedi)
3. “I think you’re… Y’know. Nice.” — Doctor Aphra
It can be difficult for some people to express their feelings for another, and that’s okay. It’s the courage that Aphra has to go outside of her comfort zone to tell Tolvan that makes it the romantic gesture it’s meant to be. (Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #18)
4. “It’s a good thing I love you.” — Jordanna Sparkburn
Months after going their separate ways, Jordanna Sparkburn and Sylvestri Yarrow are brought back together seemingly through fate. (Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows)
5. You’re so…beautiful.” — Anakin Skywalker
Even after years of being together, Anakin’s still enamored with the beauty of his wife. (Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith)
6. “Had you said the word, I would have left the Jedi Order.” — Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan is a known rule-follower within the Jedi Order, but that’s exactly what makes this admission of devotion for Satine so powerful. The only thing capable of trumping his dedication to the Order is the love he has for people, including Satine. (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, “Voyage of Temptation”)
7. “I love you. / I know.” — Leia Organa and Han Solo
Need we say more? (Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back)
8. “I love you. / I know.” — Han Solo and Leia Organa
And it’s just as good the other way around. (Star Wars: Return of the Jedi)
9. “Just in case.” — Steela Gerrera
Although not inherently romantic without context, Steela says this to Lux Bonteri just after kissing him. The Onderon rebels are about to enact their most important plan yet and although Steela is optimistic, she doesn’t hesitate to leave anything unsaid before heading into battle. (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, “Tipping Points”)
10. “Hold me. Like you did by the lake on Naboo, so long ago, when there was nothing but our love.” — Padmé Amidala
In the midst of what feels like an endless war, Padmé finds comfort in the arms of her husband while dreaming of a simpler time. (Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith)
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