Quiz of the Day
Star Wars
Monday, 4 May 2026
May the 4th — Star Wars trivia, sci-fi movie facts, space opera lore
1. What year was the original Star Wars film released?
- 1980
- 1979
- 1975
- 1977
George Lucas's original Star Wars opened on May 25, 1977 in just 32 cinemas. It became the highest-grossing film of all time within weeks. Most studios had passed on the project.
2. What is Baby Yoda's actual name?
- Yaddle
- Grogu
- Din
- Yodaling
Grogu's real name was kept secret for the entire first season of The Mandalorian. The character became a global sensation, with 'Baby Yoda' memes dominating social media within hours of the show's premiere.
3. Who said the famous line 'I am your father'?
- Yoda
- Emperor Palpatine
- Obi-Wan Kenobi
- Darth Vader
The actual line is 'No, I am your father' — commonly misquoted. The twist was such a closely guarded secret that actor David Prowse (in the Vader suit) was given a fake line to say. Only Mark Hamill and the director knew the truth.
4. What is the name of Han Solo's spaceship?
- Star Destroyer
- Millennium Falcon
- TIE Fighter
- X-Wing
The Falcon's design was inspired by a hamburger with an olive on the side (the cockpit). The original design looked too similar to the Eagle from Space: 1999, so Lucas changed it at the last minute.
5. What colour is Mace Windu's lightsaber?
- Blue
- Green
- Purple
- Red
Samuel L. Jackson specifically requested a purple lightsaber so he could spot himself in the big battle scenes. He told George Lucas 'I want a purple lightsaber — I'm the second baddest Jedi in the universe.'
6. How many Star Wars main saga (Skywalker Saga) films are there?
- 11
- 9
- 12
- 6
The nine films span three trilogies: Prequels (1999-2005), Originals (1977-1983), and Sequels (2015-2019). Combined, they've grossed over $10 billion at the box office worldwide.
7. What is 'the Force'?
- An energy field that binds the galaxy together
- A planet
- A type of weapon
- A military organisation
Lucas drew inspiration from multiple sources for the Force, including Taoism, Buddhism, and the concept of 'ki' in Japanese martial arts. The idea of midichlorians (microscopic organisms linked to the Force) introduced in the prequels divided fans.
8. Which actor played the original Obi-Wan Kenobi?
- Christopher Lee
- Alec Guinness
- Ian McKellen
- Peter Cushing
Guinness famously disliked the dialogue and called the script 'fairy-tale rubbish'. However, he negotiated 2.25% of gross profits — earning him an estimated $95 million over his lifetime from a role he initially dismissed.
9. What desert planet is Luke Skywalker from?
- Mustafar
- Tatooine
- Geonosis
- Jakku
Tatooine was filmed in Tunisia, near the town of Tataouine (which gave it its name). Many of the original filming locations still exist and have become popular tourist destinations.
10. What species is Chewbacca?
- Jawa
- Gungan
- Ewok
- Wookiee
Chewbacca was inspired by George Lucas's dog, an Alaskan Malamute named Indiana (who also inspired Indiana Jones' name). Peter Mayhew, who played Chewie, was chosen partly for his 2.18-metre height.
11. What is the weapon of choice for a Jedi Knight?
- Blaster
- Lightsaber
- Vibroblade
- Bowcaster
The original lightsaber sound was created by sound designer Ben Burtt combining the hum of an old film projector with the buzz from a TV set. The clash sounds were made by striking a guy wire on a radio tower.
12. Who composed the iconic Star Wars film score?
- Howard Shore
- Hans Zimmer
- John Williams
- Danny Elfman
Williams' Star Wars score is ranked the greatest film score of all time by the American Film Institute. He used the technique of 'leitmotifs' — distinct musical themes for each character — borrowed from Wagner's operas.
13. What was the original working title of 'Return of the Jedi'?
- The Final Battle
- Revenge of the Jedi
- Rise of the Rebellion
- The Fall of the Empire
The title was changed because Lucas felt 'revenge' was not a Jedi trait. Fake 'Revenge of the Jedi' movie posters were even printed as a deliberate decoy to mislead potential bootleggers.
14. What holiday greeting inspired 'May the 4th Be With You'?
- May the Force be with you
- A birthday greeting for George Lucas
- Happy Star Wars Day
- The Fourth of May celebration
The first known use of the pun was on May 4, 1979, when the UK Conservative Party placed a newspaper ad congratulating Margaret Thatcher: 'May the Fourth Be With You, Maggie.' Star Wars fans adopted it decades later.
15. How much did the original Star Wars (1977) cost to make?
- $5 million
- About $50 million
- About $11 million
- About $30 million
Star Wars was made for just $11 million (about $55 million adjusted for inflation). It earned $775 million at the box office. The entire franchise (films, merchandise, theme parks) has generated over $70 billion in revenue.