What are some of the more famous cameo appearances in Star Wars films?

28 February 2023
There are several reasons why doing cameo appearances in Star Wars can be appealing for celebrities and other well-known figures:
  1. Nostalgia: Many people grew up watching Star Wars and have a deep love for the franchise. For celebrities who are fans themselves, being able to appear in a Star Wars movie or TV show can be a dream come true and a way to connect with their own childhood memories.
  2. Pop culture relevance: Star Wars is one of the most popular and recognizable franchises in pop culture history. By appearing in a Star Wars production, celebrities can gain exposure to a massive audience and become part of the larger cultural conversation.
  3. Fun and novelty: For some celebrities, appearing in a Star Wars production may simply be a fun and novel experience. The franchise is known for its unique and imaginative world-building, and being able to participate in that world, even for a brief moment, can be an exciting and enjoyable experience.
  4. Boosting their own image: Some celebrities may see appearing in a Star Wars production as a way to boost their own image or credibility. Being associated with such a beloved and iconic franchise can help them reach a wider audience and enhance their own reputation in the entertainment industry.
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Here's a list of some of the most famous cameo appearances in the Star Wars films in order of appearance:

  • George Lucas - Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005) - George Lucas is the creator of the Star Wars franchise and in Episode III, he makes a brief appearance as Baron Papanoida, a blue-skinned alien in the opera scene. The cameo is interesting as it is the first time Lucas appears in a Star Wars film and he plays an alien character, something that has become a trademark of the franchise. Lucas's appearance was designed to help complete what is known as 'Star Wars Rings Theory'
  • Daniel Craig - Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015) - Daniel Craig is known for his roles in the James Bond series and in The Force Awakens, he plays a Stormtrooper known as JB-007. The cameo is interesting because it was kept a secret until after the film's release and Craig's voice is not heard, making it difficult for viewers to recognize him.
  • Warwick Davis - Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015) - Warwick Davis is a well-known actor who played the Ewok Wicket in Return of the Jedi. In The Force Awakens, he plays Wollivan, a bar patron in Maz Kanata's castle. The cameo is interesting as it is a nod to Davis' role in the original trilogy and shows that he is still a part of the Star Wars universe.
  • James Earl Jones - Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) - James Earl Jones is known for his iconic voice role as Darth Vader in the original trilogy. In Rogue One, he returns to voice Vader in a scene that takes place immediately before the events of A New Hope. The cameo is interesting as it shows the return of one of the most iconic characters in Star Wars history.
  • Princes William and Harry - Episode VIII: The Last Jedi (2017) - Prince William and Prince Harry are members of the British royal family. In The Last Jedi, they make a cameo as Stormtroopers in a scene with Finn. The cameo is interesting as it was kept a secret until after the film's release and it was a fun surprise for fans to see the princes in the film.
  • Justin Theroux - Episode VIII: The Last Jedi (2017) - Justin Theroux is known for his roles in films such as Mulholland Drive, The Leftovers, and American Psycho. In The Last Jedi, he plays Master Codebreaker, a suave and mysterious character who is hired by Finn and Rose. The cameo is interesting as it is a departure from Theroux's usual roles and adds to the mystery of the character.
  • Mark Hamill - Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - Mark Hamill is known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the original trilogy. In The Rise of Skywalker, he makes a brief appearance as a Force ghost. The cameo is interesting as it marks the return of one of the most beloved characters in Star Wars history.
  • Peter Jackson - Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015) - Peter Jackson, known for directing The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, makes a cameo as a character named Slowen Lo in the Takodana cantina scene. We suspect this is an internet myth though!
  • Gareth Edwards - Episode VII: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) - Gareth Edwards, director of Rogue One, makes a cameo as a Rebel soldier during the Battle of Scarif.
  • Joseph Gordon-Levitt - Episode VIII: The Last Jedi (2017) - Joseph Gordon-Levitt, known for his roles in films like Inception and Looper, makes a cameo as Slowen Lo's voice in the Canto Bight casino scene. This is because he he a great working relationship with director Rian Johnson and has appeared in most of his movies in some form.
  • Tom Hardy - Episode VIII: The Last Jedi (2017) - Tom Hardy, known for his roles in films like Inception and The Dark Knight Rises, makes a cameo as a Stormtrooper who confronts Finn and tries to initiate a fist bump with him.
  • Justin Theroux - Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - Justin Theroux, who appeared in The Last Jedi, makes a second cameo in the final installment of the sequel trilogy as Colonel Aftab Ackbar, the son of Admiral Ackbar.
  • Ed Sheeran - Episode VII: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - Ed Sheeran, a popular British singer-songwriter, makes a cameo as a Stormtrooper during the First Order's attack on Kijimi.
  • Kevin Smith - Episode VII: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - Kevin Smith, a writer, director, and actor known for films like Clerks, Chasing Amy, and Mallrats, makes a cameo as a technician on the Resistance base.
  • Lin-Manuel Miranda - Episode VII: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of the musical Hamilton, makes a cameo as a Resistance fighter on the planet Exegol.
  • John Williams - Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) - John Williams, the composer who created the iconic Star Wars score, makes a cameo as Oma Tres, a bartender on the planet Kijimi.
  • Ewan McGregor - Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015) - Ewan McGregor, who played Obi-Wan Kenobi in the prequel trilogy, makes a voice cameo as the Jedi Master who speaks to Rey during her vision on Takodana.
These are just a few of the most famous cameo appearances in the Star Wars films, but there are many more throughout the franchise (did you spot Ralph McQuarrie in The Empire Strikes Back?). Each of these cameos adds a unique element to the films and shows how beloved the Star Wars universe is by both fans and celebrities alike.

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