Anakin Skywalker: But I so enjoy your company, my Padawan.
Ahsoka Tano: Just admit it. You don’t like my flying.
Anakin Skywalker: No, I– no, it’s not that. It’s just, I–
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 3, with the title of ‘Shadow of Malevolence’ (1×03). 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: 3
- Episode Name: Shadow of Malevolence
- Production: Lucasfilm (Disney+)
Why we collected this quote
This is a hilarious bit of role-reversal! We love how Ahsoka isn’t afraid to call out Anakin’s ego, and his flustered reaction shows she’s already getting under his skin in the best way possible.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
While flying, Ahsoka teases Anakin, suggesting that he’s only keeping her around because he’s a “backseat pilot” who doesn’t trust anyone else’s flying skills. Anakin’s stuttered defense is a rare moment of him being genuinely teased.
