The Rise of Skywalker has concluded the nine-film story of the Skywalker Saga, closing out a chapter in Star Wars over forty years in the making. As it is the finale of this long-standing series, there were bound to be a ton of references, cameos, and easter eggs spread throughout the film.
There are a ton of allusions to previous films, in story moments, and real-world contributors to the history of the Star Wars series throughout the film. Whether it's from the prequels, originals, sequels, or somewhere else, here are just a few of the many references you might have missed.
10 Battle Droid Cameo
C3-PO had one of the largest roles he's ever had in The Rise of Skywalker. In a pivotal moment, he and the trio visit the adorable droid smith Babu Frik's hideout, so they can reprogram Threepio to translate the sith dagger.
This set is made up of tons of bits and bobs of old droids, and there are probably a lot of other Easter Eggs in this moment. One of the more obvious ones lies right behind Threepio though. Hanging on the wall is the disused body of a B1-Battle Droid from the Clone Wars.
9 Was That Dengar?
The Rise of Skywalker Visual Dictionary is full of clarifying facts and figures to help hardcore fans notice things they hadn't at first. In it, Pablo Hidalgo points out some of the biggest reveals of the film and what they mean, as well as the nitty-gritty details of weapons and armor.
One fact that might have been looked over was the identity of an alien residing in the Cantina on Kijimi. In the visual dictionary, this cybernetic monstrosity is named Rothgar Deng, which is reportedly an alias he uses to hide his true identity as a Corellian Bounty hunter. This has to be none other than the Bounty Hunter Dengar, seen in multiple stories throughout Star Wars.
8 You Might Have Noticed Those Ships
In a pivotal moment of despair, Poe Dameron believes that the resistance forces are about to lose the battle of Exegol, only to be proven wrong when Lando shows up with hundreds, if not thousands of ships. It's a triumphant note and one that is full of ships from across the saga.
In terms of the films, Mon Cal cruisers, The Falcon, The Eravan, U-Wings, and Old Republic cruisers are just a few to appear. But it's a shot that also contains animated series ships including The Ghost, The Colossus, and the Shadow Caster. You can even see what appears to be the Razorcrest from The Mandalorian. It's an assembly of the greatest hits of ships.
7 John Williams' Cameo
John Williams is perhaps the most prolific composer of our time. Scoring all of the Skywalker Saga, as well as countless other film masterpieces, Williams remains an unmatched talent in the world of film score and musical composition.
In a blink and you'll miss it a moment, Williams actually has a small in-person cameo in the film. While the Trio follows Zorii into Babu Frik's hideout, the bartender and the cantina gets a closeup. This is none other than the maestro himself.
6 Rey's Hood
Rey has carried much of the sequel trilogy on her shoulders, standing as the heart and soul of this new series. Daisy Ridley's performance as the character has secured her place as one of the greatest heroes of the saga.
Her costume in each film reflects her journey if you watch carefully. This film, in particular, shows her dedication not only to Luke but to the legacy of Princess Leia and Carrie Fisher. Her white hood was designed and implemented to be a direct reference to Leia's from A New Hope.
5 The Opening Planet
The opening of The Rise of Skywalker saw Kylo Ren and his band of Stormtroopers going on the assault against a band of warriors on a mysterious red-hued planet. Covered in ash with dead trees, it is here where Kylo finds the first Wayfinder.
While many had no idea where this is, it has been revealed that it is none other than Mustafar. Not only that but in unused concept art, this was meant to be the grounds of Vader's castle, as seen in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
4 Connix's Outfits
Billie Lourd, daughter of everyone's favorite princess Carrie Fisher, was the first cast in The Force Awakens as Lt. Connix. This walk-on cameo evolved into her own character, who remained throughout all three films of the sequels.
Her costuming in all films, but especially Rise of Skywalker, are all direct allusions to her mother's character of Leia. Her hair and poncho in this film is a reference to Leia's costume on Endor in 1983's Return of the Jedi.
3 Lando's Outfit
Lando finally made his triumphant return to the franchise in The Rise of Skywalker. After his absence from the last two films, his appearance in the finale was a treat for longtime fans. But, for those who loved Solo: A Star Wars Story, his costume is also a welcome surprise.
The yellow shirt and black cape that Lando wears wasn't a mistake. It is a recreation of the outfit that Donald Glover's version of the character wore in Ron Howard's stand-alone Han Solo adventure Solo. This connective tissue makes those completist Star Wars fans very happy.
2 Ralph McQuarrie References
There are few figures apart from George Lucas himself who left as big an impact on the Star Wars films as Ralph McQuarrie. This concept artist sold the aesthetic that Lucas wanted, which eventually convinced studio heads and investors to believe in the first film.
His paintings have now been seen as relics of the saga, the first visions of what each original film would become. Rise of Skywalker has multiple shots and designs which are direct allusions to him. The above painting of the Y-Wing was recreated in the battle over Exegol, and the Emperor's Throne is designed after an unsued drawing of the throne from Return of the Jedi.
1 Rey Climbing The Elevator Shaft
The reveal of Rey's true heritage is one of the biggest shocks of the film. Whether you believe in it or not, there are direct allusions to it throughout the past two films, as well as in this finale. One moment, in particular, seems to play right into both her heritage and the title of the film.
Rey is seen climbing in the wreckage of the second Death Star. In these shots, she can be seen climbing up the elevator shaft that her grandfather Palpatine fell down. This is a direct allusion to both Palpatine's fall, and the fact that Rey will be the rising Skywalker who the title refers to.
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