How Many Star Wars Movies Are There

How many Star Wars movies exist

There are currently 12 feature-length Star Wars movies released theatrically: 9 main saga films (Episodes I–IX) and 3 standalone films (Rogue One, Solo, and The Clone Wars animated feature). When including short-form films and projects released on streaming, the count rises, but theatrical features remain the core reference. This guide explains the saga structure, lists each release with year and format, and clarifies what counts as an official Star Wars movie.

Main saga episodes

Original trilogy (Episodes IV–VI)

Episodes IV–VI form the original trilogy: A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and Return of the Jedi (1983). These inaugurated the Skywalker saga and established the core mythology.

Prequel trilogy (Episodes I–III)

Episodes I–III were released between 1999 and 2005: The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith. They explore the rise of the Empire and Anakin Skywalker’s fall.

sequel trilogy (Episodes VII–IX)

Episodes VII–IX arrived between 2015 and 2019: The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker. They continue the story with a new generation of Resistance and First Order conflicts.

Standalone and spinoff films

Beyond the numbered episodes, three feature-length films operate within the Star Wars continuity but focus on different characters and timeframes. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) directly precedes Episode IV. Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) explores Han Solo’s origins. The Clone Wars (2008) is a feature-length animated film extending the prequel era storyline.

At-a-glance: feature-length official Star Wars movies

Other official Star Wars films and short-form content

Several shorter works expand the universe. Examples include the Vader Immortal VR series, animated shorts from Disney+, and documentaries such as The Galaxy Will Remember. These are typically ancillary to the main features and do not replace the narrative arcs established in the saga and standalone films.

Upcoming and announced projects

Disney and Lucasfilm have announced additional films in various stages of development. Some are scheduled, while others remain in early development. These future releases may increase the total count of theatrical features, but as of now, the 12 listed above represent the complete set of released official movies.

What counts as an official Star Wars movie

For this breakdown, an official movie is a feature-length release distributed theatrically by major studios under the Star Wars banner and produced with Lucasfilm oversight. Short-form content, specials, and series—even if canonical—are not included in the feature count. This keeps the list consistent and focused on narrative features intended for cinema.

Frequently asked questions

• Do the Clone Wars and Rebels count as movies? The Clone Wars is an animated feature film (2008); the series and other shows are not movies.
• Are documentaries counted? No. Documentaries and shorts support the canon but are not feature films.
• Will the count change? Yes, when new theatrical features are released, the number will increase accordingly.

Conclusion

As of now, 12 official Star Wars feature films have been released: 9 saga episodes and 3 standalone features. This total reflects theatrical releases that form the core cinematic universe, while shorts and series remain complementary content.