Luke Skywalker: How did my father die?
Ben Kenobi: A young Jedi named Darth Vader… who was a pupil of mine until he turned to evil… helped the Empire hunt down and destroy the Jedi knights. He betrayed and murdered your father. Now the Jedi are all but extinct. Vader was seduced by the dark side of the Force.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is from Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) (also known as Episode IV). Produced by Lucasfilm, the film is a part of the Star Wars universe.
- Movie: Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)
- Movie Number: Episode IV
- Production: Lucasfilm
Why we collected this quote
We picked this because it’s a huge piece of the puzzle for Luke’s background. At this point in the story, it’s a significant moment that sets up Vader as the ultimate bad guy.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Ben tells Luke about the fall of the Jedi and the death of his father at the hands of Vader. He’s “warping the truth” a bit here, but it serves as the emotional fuel for Luke’s journey to follow in his father’s footsteps.
