‘Star Wars’ ranked: Top 20 movies, TV shows according to fans

As a clever nod to “May the Force Be With You,” fans all over the galaxy have declared May 4 to be the annual “Star Wars” holiday. So there is no better time than now to debate, discuss, and enjoy this ever growing galaxy that George Lucas introduced the world to 48 years ago. Furthermore, Fandom is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Wookieepedia: the go-to online community for all Star Wars questions, which sees 20 million visitors monthly.

Here are Fandom’s results from the top 20 “Star Wars” movies and TV shows, ranked.

#20. ‘Andor’ (2022-2025)

Coming in last with Fandom’s ranking (but absolutely not my personal last) is “Andor.” This Disney+ show is focused around Cassian Andor, who we first met in the 2016 movie “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” “Andor” shows the events that led to “Rogue One” as Cassian Andor dives deeper and deeper into the rebellion. Season 2 recently started, with six episodes currently streaming and six to go. The series will end on May 13, 2025.

#19. ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ (2021-2024)

This animated show on Disney+ follows the lives of a few clone troopers that were created a bit different, first seen on the animated show “Star Wars: The Clone Wars.” “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” dives deeper into their lives and their new companion, Omega.

#18. ‘The Acolyte’ (2024)

“The Acolyte” debuted last summer and went all the way back to a time before we even met Anakin Skywalker. This Disney+ series follows the Jedi as they investigate a series of crimes to which they’re closer to than they realize.

#17. ‘Ahsoka’ (2023-present)

Starring Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano, this Disney+ series picks up right after the events of the animated series “Star Wars Rebels.” On her search for Ezra Bridger, Ahsoka has to face her past as Anakin Skywalker’s Padawan and prepare to go up against Grand Admiral Thrawn.

#16. ‘Star Wars: Visions’ (2021-present)

“Star Wars: Visions” is an animated anthology series that tells “Star Wars” stories through different cultural perspectives.

#15. ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ (2018)

In this prequel to the original “Star Wars,” we meet a young Han Solo (played by Alden Ehrenreich). Throughout this adventure, we see how Han meets his best pal, Chewbacca, and how they make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs.

#14. ‘Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones’ (2002)

In this second movie of the prequel trilogy, we see a young Anakin Skywalker fall in love while protecting Senator Padme Amidala. While investigating who is trying to kill the senator, Obi-Wan Keboni learns of an army full of clones supposedly created for the Republic.

#13. ‘Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi’ (1983)

The third movie in the original trilogy, “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi,” wraps up the story of Darth Vader as the rebels take down the Galactic Empire.

#12. ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ (2021)

This Disney+ live-action series gives fans the background story of how Boba Fett survives the Sarlacc pit, which he falls into in “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi.” This series closely ties in with the events of “The Mandalorian.”

#11. ‘Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back’ (1980)

In “The Empire Strikes Back,” the second movie in the original trilogy, we see a young Luke Skywalker meet with Master Yoda to continue his Jedi training. Meanwhile Darth Vader inches closer to the rebels with the help of a bounty hunter named Boba Fett.

#10. ‘Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith’ (2005)

As Anakin struggles between the Light and Dark Side, his only mission becomes to save his wife, and mother of his unborn child, which ultimately leads to the creation of Lord Darth Vader.

#9. ‘Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope’ (1977)

Originally titled “Star Wars,” this is the movie that started it all. A princess, a farm boy, a smuggler, a Wookie, and a retired Jedi come together to try and stop an ever-growing evil that has taken over the galaxy.

#8. ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’ (1999)

Kicking off the prequel trilogy, we meet a very young Anakin Skywalker as the Jedi learn of a new, but very old, threat.

#7. ‘Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker’ (2019)

Wrapping up the sequel trilogy, in “Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise Skywalker” the Resistance learns that somehow Palpatine has returned. Determined to not let the Empire take over once again, they’re on a mission to stop the First Order for good.

#6. ‘Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi’ (2017)

As Kylo Ren leads the First Order in a fit of rage against the Resistance, a retired Luke Skywalker decides to train Rey in the ways of the force.

#5. ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ (2016)

As Leia mentions in the first “Star Wars” movie, a lot of people died to get the plans on how to destroy the Death Star. “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” shows just how those plans were acquired, and leads directly into “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.”

#4. ‘Star Wars Rebels’ (2014-2018)

This animated series lasted four seasons, and follows a group of rebels, one of which was a Jedi who survived Order 66 as a child, on secret missions. “Star Wars Rebels” takes place between Episodes III and IV.

#3. ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ (2008-2020)

This animated series lasted seven seasons and takes place following the events of “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.” The last four episodes take place during the events of “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.” This series follows Anakin, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, and many different clone troopers, creating a deeper understanding of how Anakin could fall to the Dark Side.

#2. ‘The Mandalorian’ (2019-2023)

Taking place after the original trilogy, “The Mandalorian” introduces fans to a bounty hunter named Din Djarin. This series kicks off with a very important bounty, revealed to be a child who many fans affectionally refer to as “Baby Yoda,” better known as Grogu.

#1. ‘Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens’ (2015)

In the number one spot for the Fandom’s ranking of top 20 “Star Wars” movies and shows is “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens.” This is the kick-off for the sequel trilogy and introduces us to Rey, who finds herself on the biggest hunk of junk in galaxy as she taps into Jedi powers she never knew she had.

For more Star Wars themed lists from Fandom, click here. To celebrate this May the Fourth, head to Disney+ to stream Star Wars movies and shows, and create your own ranking. May the Force Be With You!

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