The Best Luke Skywalker Quotes & Sayings from the Star Wars Universe: 35+ Classic Luke Skywalker Lines!

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Luke Skywalker is a boy with humble roots who became one of the greatest Jedi in the entire galaxy.

One of his greatest assets? His determination and loyalty to his friends, which always showed through in every film.

In honour of our fiercely loyal Jedi hero, we’ve assembled some of our favourite Luke Skywalker quotes and sayings into various categories below. Enjoy!

*Please note that some of these quotes may contain spoilers, so we suggest you refrain from scrolling below if you haven’t seen all the films!

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Classic Luke Skywalker Quotes

Here are some of our picks for the best, most memorable, and iconic Luke Skywalker lines:

“I have a very bad feeling about this.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“There’s nothing for me here now. I want to learn the ways of the Force and become a Jedi like my father.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“I’m Luke Skywalker. I’m here to rescue you.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“I won’t fail you. I’m not afraid.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“Never. I’ll never turn to the Dark Side. You’ve failed, your highness. I am a Jedi, like my father before me.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“The Rebellion is reborn today. The war is just beginning. And I will not be the last Jedi.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“No one’s ever really gone.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

Snarky Luke Skywalker Lines

Luke has a tendency to come off as quite snarky and sarcastic when retorting comments at people… especially in later films. Here are some of his personal best snark moments:

“I’m not going to Alderaan, I’ve gotta get home, it’s late! I’m in for it as it is!” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“What a piece of junk!” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“If there’s a bright center to the universe, you’re on the planet that it’s farthest from.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“You know, between his growling and your blasting everything in sight, it’s a wonder the whole station doesn’t know we’re here.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“I’m not such a bad pilot myself.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“C-3PO: Is there anything I can do?
Luke Skywalker: Not unless you can alter time, speed up the harvest, or teleport me off this rock.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“You’ll find I’m full of surprises.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“Your overconfidence is your weakness.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“Impressive. Every word in that sentence was wrong.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“That was a cheap move!” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“Why did you think I chose the hardest location to find in the entire galaxy? I came to this island to die.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“Hey, sacred planet. Watch the language! Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“This is not going to go the way you think!” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“You think what? I’m gonna walk out with a laser sword and face down the whole First Order? What did you think was going to happen here? You think that I came to the most unfindable place in the galaxy for no reason at all?” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“Luke Skywalker: Where are you from?
Rey: Nowhere.
Luke Skywalker: No one’s from nowhere.
Rey: Jakku.
Luke Skywalker: All right, that is pretty much nowhere.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

Famous Quotes When Luke Skywalker Tried to Be a Hero

One of the main characteristics of Luke is his nobility and eagerness to be a hero in times of necessity. Here are a few of his most “heroic” quotes:

“But I can help them! I feel the Force!” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“There’s a meteorite that hit the ground near here. I want to check it out. It won’t take long.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“No, I can’t keep the vision out of my head. They are my friends; I’ve got to help them.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“But I’ve learned so much since then. Master Yoda, I promise to return and finish what I’ve begun. You have my word.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“It’s your choice, but I warn you not to underestimate my powers.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“Because, there is good in him. I’ve felt it. He won’t turn me over to the Emperor. I can save him. I can turn him back to the good side. I have to try.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

“I’ll not leave you here. I’ve got to save you.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“You can either profit from this or be destroyed.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“Jabba, this is your last chance. Free us… or die!” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“That’s why I have to go. As long as I stay, I’m endangering the group and our mission. I have to face him.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“Your thoughts betray you, Father. I feel the good in you, the conflict.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“You couldn’t bring yourself to kill me before and I don’t believe you’ll destroy me now.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“Search your feelings, Father, you can’t do this. I feel the conflict within you. Let go of your hate.” Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi

“I’m ending all of this. The tree, the texts, the Jedi. I’m going to burn it all down.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“Strike me down in anger and I’ll always be with you. Just like your father.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

“He would bring destruction and pain and death, and the end of everything I love because of what he will become, and for the briefest moment of pure instinct, I thought I could stop it. It passed like a fleeting shadow, and I was left with shame and with consequence. And the last thing I saw were the eyes of a frightened boy whose Master had failed him.” Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi

Mushy Luke Skywalker Lines

Luke can sometimes be a sap in the films. Here’s a few of his mushy lines:

“Princess Leia: Your friend is quite the mercenary. I wonder if he really cares about anything. Or anybody.
Luke Skywalker: [calling after her] I care.” Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

“Come with me. Leave everything behind.” Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

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