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Han Solo

Han Solo, portrayed by actor Harrison Ford, is an iconic character in the Star Wars universe. He is a smuggler, pilot, and astute rogue who starts as a somewhat self-serving individual, but eventually becomes an essential part of the Rebel Alliance fighting against the oppressive Galactic Empire. The character is first introduced in the original 1977 movie, Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, conceived and created by George Lucas.

Han is the captain of the famous starship, the Millennium Falcon, a heavily modified Corellian YT-1300F light freighter. With his Wookiee co-pilot and best friend Chewbacca, Han travels the galaxy as an Interstellar smuggler, transporting goods and people while evading Imperial forces. He becomes involved with the Rebel Alliance when hired by Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi to transport them, and the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO, to Alderaan. After the destruction of the planet, Han and his crew end up at the Death Star, where they rescue Princess Leia with Luke, and eventually join the rebellion in their fight against the Empire.

In the subsequent movies of the original trilogy, Han Solo evolves as a hero and becomes romantically involved with Princess Leia Organa. He is ultimately captured by the bounty hunter Boba Fett and frozen in carbonite as a prize for the notorious crime lord Jabba the Hutt. In Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi, Han is rescued by his friends and continues fighting alongside the Rebellion, playing an important role in the Battle of Endor against the Empire.

The character`s origin story is explored in the 2018 standalone film, Solo: A Star Wars Story, starring Alden Ehrenreich as young Han Solo. The movie showcases Han`s early life on his home planet Corellia, his escape from the crime syndicate Crimson Dawn, and how he meets key figures like Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian, portrayed by Donald Glover. We also see Han acquire the Millennium Falcon in a game of Sabacc, setting the stage for his future adventures.

Han Solo is known for his dry wit and steadfast friendship with Chewbacca. He often exhibits a rough exterior, but it belies his deep sense of loyalty and resourcefulness, making him a beloved character in the Star Wars galaxy. His sharp-shooting and exceptional piloting skills, combined with his confidence and charm, cement his place as an iconic figure in both science fiction and popular culture.

In Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Han returns to the big screen much older and wiser. He reconnects with Leia Organa, his estranged wife, and becomes a mentor to young scavenger Rey (played by Daisy Ridley). Their son, Ben Solo, has turned to the dark side using the name Kylo Ren, portrayed by Adam Driver. The movie delivers a tragic end to the character as Han is killed by his son during an emotional confrontation, marking the end of Han Solo`s journey in the Star Wars saga.

Mentions on Podcast Episodes:

"No, not like I never saw him as like a Han Solo ask type,"

2. - (40 BBY) Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray
"Next up is Han Solo by Marjorie Liu."

3. - (33 BBY) Qui-Gon Jinn - The Age of the Republic & The Weapon
"This 5-issue miniseries is set between episodes 4 and 5, and features a Han Solo that we really"

3. - (33 BBY) Qui-Gon Jinn - The Age of the Republic & The Weapon
"the talent of its lovable crew, Han Solo by Marjorie Liu tells the story of a smuggler"

3. - (33 BBY) Qui-Gon Jinn - The Age of the Republic & The Weapon
"It's totally like the other side of the coin from Han Solo. It's the same character, just on a different viewpoint. You know what I mean?"

4. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries (1-4)
"So, it's a neat take on, in my opinion, almost a Han Solo-esque character, for Cat Bane at least, or the whole group really, is the best way to say it."

4. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries (1-4)
"I mean, I think that the best thing in the Star Wars universe from the movies that we can talk about is I think it was L3 from the Han Solo story."

4. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries (1-4)
"Yeah, he's like discount Han Solo."

5. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries #5 & Age of Republic - Darth Maul
"Yeah, yes, he's a very good discount Han Solo,"

5. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries #5 & Age of Republic - Darth Maul
"to Han Solo, the movie,"

5. - (32 BBY) Darth Maul Miniseries #5 & Age of Republic - Darth Maul
"Wars. I was Han Solo. Alright. Occasionally Luke Skywalker on"

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"went and killed those people and killed the Han Solo lookalike and all this stuff."

10. - (27 BBY) Age of Republic Obi-Wan and Count Dooku
"in a little bit, too, because it's felt so Han Solo or like the setup for Han Solo."

19. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S1E1-S1E4 'Ambush / Malevolence Trilogy'
"The the Balmora run really seemed very similar to the Kessel run in Han Solo."

19. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S1E1-S1E4 'Ambush / Malevolence Trilogy'
"And did you notice if that is the same type of ship that we see in the Han Solo movie?"

35. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars Season 2 Eps 13 and 14, Tales of the Jedi Ep 1
"I'm sorry, I don't know Han Solo's actual character name."

35. - (21 BBY) Clone Wars Season 2 Eps 13 and 14, Tales of the Jedi Ep 1

Han Solo

"No, not like I never saw him as like a Han Solo ask type,"

"Next up is Han Solo by Marjorie Liu."

"This 5-issue miniseries is set between episodes 4 and 5, and features a Han Solo that we really"

"the talent of its lovable crew, Han Solo by Marjorie Liu tells the story of a smuggler"

"It's totally like the other side of the coin from Han Solo. It's the same character, just on a different viewpoint. You know what I mean?"

"So, it's a neat take on, in my opinion, almost a Han Solo-esque character, for Cat Bane at least, or the whole group really, is the best way to say it."

"I mean, I think that the best thing in the Star Wars universe from the movies that we can talk about is I think it was L3 from the Han Solo story."

"Yeah, he's like discount Han Solo."

"Yeah, yes, he's a very good discount Han Solo,"

"to Han Solo, the movie,"

"Wars. I was Han Solo. Alright. Occasionally Luke Skywalker on"

"went and killed those people and killed the Han Solo lookalike and all this stuff."

"in a little bit, too, because it's felt so Han Solo or like the setup for Han Solo."

"The the Balmora run really seemed very similar to the Kessel run in Han Solo."

"And did you notice if that is the same type of ship that we see in the Han Solo movie?"

"I'm sorry, I don't know Han Solo's actual character name."