Harrison Ford explains why he asked George Lucas to kill off Han Solo

Harrison Ford wanted Han Solo to make the ultimate sacrifice in the original star wars films, even asking George to make a change to the script.

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"Star Wars" was created by George Lucas, an American filmmaker and entrepreneur. The saga began with the release of "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope" in 1977. Set in a distant galaxy "a long time ago," the story follows the battle between the evil Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance. The narrative revolves around characters like Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and Darth Vader, exploring themes of heroism, redemption, and the struggle between good and evil. The franchise includes multiple films, TV series, novels, comics, and merchandise, making it one of the most significant and enduring cultural phenomena in modern entertainment history.

Original Trilogy (Episodes IV-VI)

**Episode IV: A New Hope (1977)**
- The galaxy is in turmoil as the tyrannical Galactic Empire, led by Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader, dominates star systems. Princess Leia Organa of Alderaan obtains plans to the Empire's superweapon, the Death Star, and hides them in the droid R2-D2. The droid, along with C-3PO, ends up on the desert planet Tatooine. There, they are found by Luke Skywalker, who dreams of adventure beyond his homestead. With the help of Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi and smuggler Han Solo, Luke rescues Princess Leia, destroys the Death Star, and begins his journey as a Jedi.

**Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)**
- The Rebel Alliance, now based on the ice planet Hoth, faces relentless pursuit by the Empire. Luke seeks training from Jedi Master Yoda on the planet Dagobah while Han, Leia, Chewbacca, and C-3PO evade capture by hiding in Cloud City, ruled by Han's old friend, Lando Calrissian. Darth Vader captures Luke, revealing himself as Luke's father, Anakin Skywalker. The film ends with Luke's hand severed and the revelation of his familial connection to Vader.

**Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983)**
- Luke Skywalker, now a Jedi Knight, leads a rescue mission to save Han Solo from the crime lord Jabba the Hutt. The Rebel Alliance plans to destroy the new Death Star, under construction above the forest moon of Endor. Luke confronts Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine on the Death Star, seeking to redeem his father. The Empire is ultimately defeated as Vader sacrifices himself to save Luke, fulfilling his destiny as the chosen one who brings balance to the Force.

Prequel Trilogy (Episodes I-III)

**Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999)**
- Set decades before Episode IV, the Galactic Republic is in decline. Jedi Knights Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi discover young Anakin Skywalker on Tatooine, believing him to be the prophesied Chosen One who will bring balance to the Force. Meanwhile, the Sith Lord Darth Sidious manipulates political unrest, using his apprentice Darth Maul to sow chaos. The film culminates in a battle where Qui-Gon is killed, and Anakin begins his training as a Jedi.

**Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002)**
- Ten years after Episode I, tensions between the Galactic Republic and separatist factions lead to the outbreak of the Clone Wars. Anakin Skywalker, now a Jedi Knight, and Padmé Amidala, former queen of Naboo, face growing feelings for each other as they uncover a conspiracy orchestrated by Darth Sidious to seize control of the Republic. The film ends with the revelation of a secret army of clones, setting the stage for the galaxy's transformation.

**Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005)**
- The Clone Wars rage across the galaxy as Anakin Skywalker, now a Jedi Knight, struggles with fear and attachment. Manipulated by Darth Sidious, Anakin falls to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader. He participates in the Jedi Purge, executing Order 66, which leads to the near-annihilation of the Jedi Order. Padmé dies after giving birth to twins, Luke and Leia, who are separated for their safety. The film ends with the birth of the Galactic Empire and the rise of Darth Vader as Emperor Palpatine's right hand.

These six films collectively tell the epic tale of the rise and fall of Anakin Skywalker, the emergence of Luke Skywalker as a hero, and the overarching battle between good and evil in a galaxy far, far away.

[benjamin]

You either die a hero or live long enough to be in a remake

[M.J]

I love that he only takes the interview seriously because he's in that insane outfit

[CantinaTalkSW]

How have I never seen Harrison in a hotdog costume lmaooo

[Mr-Wonderful]

The contractually obligated "yes" 🤣

[zorantaylor]

A wise man once said, "A hot dog talking to a space princess isn't funny until it burps".

[Enrique-Garcia]

"Are you glad that he DIDN'T kill off Han Solo?"
"Ye$$$."

[jesustovar]

Never in my whole life would have imagined Harrison Ford dreased as a Hot Dog with a puppy nose, yet here I am😅

[leoprzytuac]

I could hear the word "NO" so loudly in his mind before he said "yes" because he was in tv

[cyrussukhia]

He makes a good point. Solo's death would have been something always remembered and added weight to the rebel's sacrifices

[grapespace]

the burp is easily the funniest part of this video lmao

[llab]

That’s the most “no” yes I’ve ever heard

[TheRealLostfan]

It’s hard to take that hot dog seriously while it’s wearing a Harrison Ford mask 😂

[k-dawgwestmore]

Ngl it would have been silly if he sacrificed himself in Return of the Jedi because he kind of already did that in Empire

[MaddMountains]

Considering that Harrison Ford has always been accused of being a mean old man, the fact that he's in a hot dog costume while wearing a dog nose is highly, highly respectable.

[uzhollywood]

this is the nicest i’ve seen harrison ford in an interview

[goober]

That "yes" was after a calculation of the money he had made from the role and following work.

[epicsage]

He seemed to really struggle to get that “yes” out lol

[GorcStew]

Are you glad he was not killed off?
*30 million dollars later*
"....yes"

[anthonylewis]

The ways he just blinked, paused for a second and sayed "yes" at the en just crackes me up

[Wooshey_Wooj]

The most positive Star Wars interview I’ve ever seen him do. He it. It’s so nice to see him actually happy doing a role as Red Hulk, because Harrison Ford does not hide how he feels.