General Grievous: General Kenobi, did you really think I would leave the hyperdrive unguarded? Obi-Wan Kenobi: Anything is possible. You haven’t exactly impressed me today.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote comes from a TV series ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’. The scene where this moment comes from is in Season 1 Episode 4, with the title of ‘Destroy Malevolence’ (1×04). The series is part of the Star Wars universe, set between the prequel movies Episode II and III. The series The Clone Wars is produced by Lucasfilm and currently distributed on Disney+.- TV Series: Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 4
- Episode Name: Destroy Malevolence
- Production: Lucasfilm (Disney+)
Why we collected this quote
This is a great example of Obi-Wan’s unflappable nature and his sharp, dry wit. We love how he uses humor to bait General Grievous, even when he’s theoretically caught in a trap.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
General Grievous corners Obi-Wan on the Malevolence, gloating that he expected Obi-Wan to try and sabotage the hyperdrive. Obi-Wan’s dismissive reply serves to annoy the General and hide the fact that Anakin is already working on the sabotage elsewhere.
Fun facts & Trivia
This is one of the many early encounters between Obi-Wan and Grievous that builds their rivalry leading up to Revenge of the Sith.
