Obi-Wan Kenobi: Captain, I understand General Skywalker escaped.
Captain Rex: Yes, sir. On some beat-up old space freighter. I’ll be surprised if he even makes it to Tatooine in that junker.
Obi-Wan Kenobi: If anybody can fly a bucket of bolts through hyperspace, he can.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is from Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008), the movie that started Star Wars: The Clone Wars Series that ran for seven seasons. Produced by Lucasfilm, the film is a part of the Star Wars universe.
- Movie: Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
- Production: Lucasfilm (Disney+)
Why we collected this quote
We love this legendary bit of praise from Obi-Wan. It’s a fantastic testament to Anakin’s reputation as the best pilot in the galaxy, delivered by someone who has seen him in action firsthand.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Captain Rex is worried about Anakin’s escape in a “junker” ship. Obi-Wan, with total confidence in his pupil, assures Rex that if anyone can make a miracle happen with a broken-down ship, it’s Anakin Skywalker.
Fun facts & Trivia
The phrase “bucket of bolts” is a classic Star Wars term, most famously used to describe the Millennium Falcon.
