Darth Vader is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. The character is the primary antagonist in the original trilogy and, as Anakin Skywalker, is a primary protagonist in the prequel trilogy. Star Wars creator George Lucas has collectively referred to the first six episodic films of the franchise as "the tragedy of Darth Vader". Originally a slave on Tatooine, Anakin is a Jedi prophesied to bring balance to the Force. He is lured to the dark side of the Force by Palpatine and becomes a Sith lord, assuming the title Darth Vader. After a lightsaber battle with his former mentor Obi-Wan Kenobi, in which he is severely injured, Vader is transformed into a cyborg. He then serves the Galactic Empire as its chief enforcer. Despite this, he and his bloodlines remain destined to bring balance to the Force. Vader ultimately redeems himself by saving his son, Luke Skywalker, and killing Palpatine, sacrificing his own life in the process.
| First appearance | As Darth Vader, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977), As Anakin Skywalker, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) |
| Created by | George Lucas |
| Portrayed by | As Darth Vader, David Prowse (Episodes IV–VI), Bob Anderson (Episodes V–VI, stunts), Hayden Christensen (Episode III, Obi-Wan Kenobi), Spencer Wilding/Daniel Naprous (Rogue One), As Anakin Skywalker, Sebastian Shaw (Episode VI), Jake Lloyd (Episode I), Hayden Christensen (Episodes II–III, VI) |
| Voiced by | As Darth Vader, James Earl Jones (Episodes III–VI, IX, Rogue One, Rebels), Ben Burtt (vocal effects), Brock Peters (radio drama), Matt Sloan (Soulcalibur IV, Lego Star Wars series), Scott Lawrence (various video games), As Anakin Skywalker, Hayden Christensen (Episode IX, archive audio on Rebels and The Clone Wars TV series), David Birney (radio drama), Mat Lucas (Clone Wars), Kirby Morrow (Lego Star Wars series), Matt Lanter (The Clone Wars film and TV series, Rebels, Forces of Destiny and Disney Infinity 3.0) |
| Nickname(s) | Ani |
| Aliases | The Chosen One |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | Slave (Episode I), Padawan (Episode II), Jedi Knight (Episode III, The Clone Wars), Member of the Jedi High Council (Episode III), Jedi General in the Grand Army of the Republic (The Clone Wars), Dark Lord of the Sith (Episodes III–VI, Rogue One, Rebels), Supreme Commander of the Imperial Military (Episodes III–VI, Rogue One, Rebels) |
| Affiliation | Watto's shop, Jedi Order, Galactic Republic, Sith Order, Galactic Empire |
| Title | Darth Vader |
| Family | Shmi Skywalker (mother), Cliegg Lars (step-father), Owen Lars (step-brother), Beru Whitesun (step-sister-in-law) |
| Spouse(s) | Padmé Amidala |
| Children | Luke Skywalker (son), Leia Organa (daughter) |
| Relatives | Canon, Han Solo (son-in-law), Ben Solo (grandson), Jobal Naberrie (mother in-law), Ruwee Naberrie (father in-law), Sola Naberrie (sister in-law) Legends, Mara Jade (daughter-in-law), Ben Skywalker (grandson), Jacen Solo (grandson), Jaina Solo (granddaughter), Anakin Solo (grandson) |
| Homeworld | Tatooine |
About Darth Vader
Born Anakin Skywalker, he is a former Jedi turned Sith master who became a leader in the evil Galactic Empire. He is known for his heavy breathing, deep voice and all black uniform.
Achievement of Darth Vader
He was ranked the third greatest movie villain by The American Film Institute on their 2003 list 100 Years... 100 Heroes and Villains.
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Latest information about Darth Vader updated on July 28 2021.
