(Seeing the Death Star for the first time…)
Luke Skywalker: I have a very bad feeling about this.
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
This is the very first time we hear the legendary “bad feeling” line in the saga, making it iconic and historically significant as a fandom favorite that echoes across every Star Wars film. It’s a relatable, suspenseful moment that sets the tone of dread perfectly. As a recurring catchphrase, it became one of the most quotable running jokes in the franchise.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Luke and his companions are approaching what they assume is a large moon, only for Obi-Wan to realize the terrible truth – it’s the Death Star. Luke’s gut reaction captures the mood of the whole scene in a single instinctive line, right before the Millennium Falcon is pulled in by the tractor beam.
Fun facts & Trivia
“I have a bad feeling about this” (or a variation of it) appears in every mainline Star Wars film, as well as many spinoffs. It has become one of the most celebrated running gags in cinema history.
