The Best Star Wars Puns, Jokes & Wordplay in the Universe: 30+ Classic Star Wars Lines That Will Make Any Fan Laugh!

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Who knew that things in the Star Wars galaxy could be so punny? Mainly due to its intricate planet names (i.e. Alderaan, Endor), this saga has helped spur quite a few related puns and jokes that leave geeks LOL-ing.

Below, we’ve assembled a list of our favourite Star Wars puns, including some classic ones to ones that you may have not heard yet. Whatever the case, we hope you can make good use of them, whether by impressing others or putting them to use in your social media captions (or, if you’re not a punny person, keep them in a galaxy far, far away)! Don’t forget to check out our ultimate compilation of iconic Star Wars lines as well.

Classic Star Wars Puns & Wordplay

Holy Snokes! Are you Sidious? These are some of the classic Star Wars puns that are destined to win over any geek:

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Gungans use Jar-Jars for their cookies!
Source: Thought Catalog

What do Ewoks use to communicate over long distances?
Ewokie Talkies.
Source: Thought Catalog

A Jedi’s favourite food are Sith Kabobs.
Source: Thought Catalog

Be a Rey of sunshine in someone’s world.
Source: Punpedia

Luke on the bright side of life!
Source: Punpedia

How does Darth Vader get to various floors of buildings?
Via ele-vaders.
Source: Thought Catalog

Don’t look for love in Alderaan places!
Source: Thought Catalog

You’re one in a Maul-lion!
Source: Punpedia

It’s written in the Death Stars.
Source: Punpedia

You’re BB-Gr8!
Source: Teepublic

Holy Snokes!
Source: Book Riot

Are you Sidious?
Source: Punpedia

How do you compliment a Jedi?
Tell them they’re Rey-diant.
Source: Punpedia

Yavin a good summer? Me too, but it’s almost too Hoth to Endor.
Source: Jayden McGrael’s Instagram photo

Cheesy (but Good) Star Wars Puns & Wordplay

The following examples of Star Wars puns and wordplay are pretty darn cheesy… but still hilarious. Be sure to text these to someone the next time you’re sitting on your couch bored:

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Which program do Jedi use to open PDF files?
Adobe Wan Kenobi.
Source: Thought Catalog

Is BB hungry?
No, BB-8.
Source: Thought Catalog

How does Wicket travel through Endor?
Ewoks.
Source: Thought Catalog

Why was Princess Leia so resistant to Han Solo at first?
She didn’t want him to Leia hand on her.
Source: Punpedia

How did Darth Vader know what Luke was getting for Christmas?
He felt his presents.
Source: Thought Catalog

How did Luke Skywalker alter the famous line in Casablanca?
Here’s Luke-ing at you, kid!
Source: Punpedia

What’s a baseball player’s least favourite Star Wars movie?
The Umpire Strikes Back.
Source: Thought Catalog

Why did Kylo Ren chase Rey for so long?
He probably just wanted a girlfriend. After all, he’d Ben Solo for so long.
Source: Thought Catalog

What was Maz Kanata’s side job?
Being a Maz-seuse.
Source: Punpedia

What is Darth Vader’s nickname when he waits tables?
Darth Waiter.
Source: Thought Catalog

What is Luke Skywalker’s favourite instrument?
The Luke-ulele.
Source: Punpedia

What did Leia name her cat?
Purr-incess Leia.
Source: Punstoppable

Why was Princess Leia such a nomad?
She couldn’t decide where to Leia down roots.
Source: Punpedia

What is Darth Vader’s favourite song?
Dancing in the Darth.
Source: Punpedia

What is Darth Vader’s nickname when he procrastinates?
Darth Later.
Source: Thought Catalog

What is Obi-Wan Kenobi’s nickname when he’s in denial?
Obi-Wan Cannot Be.
Source: Thought Catalog

Why do Jedis also make great doctors?
Because Jedis have a lot of patience.
Source: Thought Catalog

Where did Luke find his bionic hand?
The secondhand store.
Source: Thought Catalog

Which mall do Sith shop at most often?
Darth Maul.
Source: Thought Catalog

What was Darth Vader’s catering business called?
Darth Caterer.
Source: Thought Catalog

What was Darth Vader’s favourite Christmas song?
Darth! The Herald Angels Sing
Source: Thought Catalog

What was Darth Vader’s name in the Olympics?
Darth Skater.
Source: Punpedia

What is Rose’s favourite Disney attraction?
The Enchanted Tico Room.
Source: Punpedia

What is it called when you can see dead people?
The Sith Sense.
Source: Book Riot

What is Chewie’s favourite meal?
A Porg-åsbord.
Source: Book Riot

What weapon does Ahsoka Tano use in the summer?
A super-Ahsoka gun.
Source: Book Riot

Why did the Millennium Falcon arrive at the Rebel base late?
It had to take an R2-Detour.
Source: Book Riot

What do you call a Sith who is afraid to fight?
A Sith-y.
Source: Thought Catalog

How does Han Solo like to start his day?
With a hot cup of Jabba.
Source: Book Riot

What do you call a bird with a thousand lives?
A Millennium Falcon!
Source: Thought Catalog

Why was Kylo Ren always chasing Rey?
He was born to Ren.
Source: Punpedia

How does Darth Maul prefer to leave messages?
By voice Maul.
Source: Punpedia

What is Darth Vader’s favourite film?
Vaders of the Lost Ark.
Source: Punpedia

What is the most popular Star Wars film in Italy?
The Phantom Venice.
Source: Thought Catalog

Food-Related Star Wars Puns

Nom, nom, nom! The next time you’re hungry, use some of these hilarious Star Wars puns and see what reaction they receive:

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What is Chewbacca’s favourite saying?
That’s the way the Wookiee crumbles!
Source: Punpedia

Why wasn’t Chewbacca a great cook?
His food was too Chewie.
Source: Punpedia

What did Kylo Ren bring to the party?
First Or-d’oeuvres.
Source: Book Riot

What is Chewbacca’s favourite ice cream flavour?
Wookiees n’ Cream.
Source: Thought Catalog

What did Obi-Wan Kenobi tell Luke when he had trouble eating Chinese food?
Use the forks, Luke.
Source: Thought Catalog

What is Chewbacca’s favourite type of cookie?
Chocolate Chip Wookiees!
Source: Thought Catalog

Did We Miss Any of Your Fave Star Wars Puns?

Let us know in the comments below!

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Debbi Shibuya

Debbi is a California native who is training to be a Jedi Master and ultimate saber spinner in Sydney. She enjoys finding every possible way to incorporate Star Wars and witty puns into her everyday life. When she isn't battling Sith Lords, she can be found blogging about travel at My Debstinations, stuffing her face with food, and petting every Corgi in the galaxy.

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