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Which order to watch Star Wars?

  • Chronological (in order of the story)

  • Order in which they were made


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miamialley

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In what order should I show the movies to her? Chronological order according to the story or the order in which they were made?
 
Watching them in "Episode" order would just be confusing. Nothing is established in Episode 1. The film assumes that the audience already knows this universe, so no explanation is offered as to what the Force is, or who the Jedi are, or why we should care about any of it. All of the surprises of the original trilogy would be spoiled, like Yoda's introduction or Vader's revelation. And we won't even mention what a mess the story of Episode 1 is.

Watch them in the order they were made. It just makes it so much simpler.
 
Watching them in "Episode" order would just be confusing. Nothing is established in Episode 1. The film assumes that the audience already knows this universe, so no explanation is offered as to what the Force is, or who the Jedi are, or why we should care about any of it. All of the surprises of the original trilogy would be spoiled, like Yoda's introduction or Vader's revelation. And we won't even mention what a mess the story of Episode 1 is.

Watch them in the order they were made. It just makes it so much simpler.


Good point. I would like to change my poll response please.
 
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Definitely oldest made first. You gain the appreciation of where the series came from and where it's going. Watching it in episode order isn't that fascinating.
 
Talk about a lopsided poll!

I remember seeing episode 6 in the theater. It was was one those that felt epic. I wasn't alive when first 3 were released. Agreed that episode 1 is terrible, but you've still got to watch it.
 
Talk about a lopsided poll!

No.

If most responses lean towards one particular preference, maybe that preference is worth noting?

More to the point, why would you want to inflict dross on your girl friend? Or, rather, put another way, why would you insist on putting her through torture just to introduce her to a world that you love?

Anyway, you need to be clear in your own head as to what outcome you desire: So, I will offer you another poll choice, one that reads as follows: Do you wish her merely 1) be be introduced to this universe, 2) be smothered by it, 3) learn to share your love of it? 4) Perhaps, even grow to like it herself?

If you desire an answer - or outcome - somewhere between 3) and 4), I would suggest that you watch 4-6, and only if she shows a passionate desire and wonders whether a backstory exists, should you even contemplate mentioning the mere existence of episodes 1-3.
 
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If you desire an answer - or outcome - somewhere between 3) and 4), I would suggest that you watch 4-6, and only if she shows a passionate desire and wonders whether a backstory exists, should you even contemplate mentioning the mere existence of episodes 1-3.
Even at this, the fact that she hasn't seen them is probably a deal breaker. And never, ever mention episode 1.
 
Even at this, the fact that she hasn't seen them is probably a deal breaker. And never, ever mention episode 1.

A deal-breaker for which of them? If I was subjected to episode as a condition of a relationship, it would be true to say that this might become a bit of a deal breaker for me, too.....

Well, if I was to be smothered and suffocated in something of the sort - even assuming My Onlie Beloved wished to introduce me to his private mental space with a viewing of their series, I might think to wonder where it is possible to admit to tedium, or being underwhelmed.

A message to guys: If you want her to like what you like - or, even, perhaps, not develop an actual deep and passionate loathing of it - show her what is good about it; she doesn't need every single last detail unless and until she had developed an interest in it.

You know, there is a reason TV shows the sports highlights: Nobody, apart from the really zealous and perfervid fanatics, wants to see the 'lowlights'.
 
A deal-breaker for which of them? If I was subjected to episode as a condition of a relationship, it would be true to say that this might become a bit of a deal breaker for me, too.....

Well, if I was to be smothered and suffocated in something of the sort - even assuming My Onlie Beloved wished to introduce me to his private mental space with a viewing of their series, I might think to wonder where it is possible to admit to tedium, or being underwhelmed.

A message to guys: If you want her to like what you like - or, even, perhaps, not develop an actual deep and passionate loathing of it - show her what is good about it; she doesn't need every single last detail unless and until she had developed an interest in it.

You know, there is a reason TV shows the sports highlights: Nobody, apart from the really zealous and perfervid fanatics, wants to see the 'lowlights'.
There's no way to tell from the question or thread. I like what I like, and repeatedly being subject to something I don't care for usually results in really not liking it.

I'd say try episode 4. If she asks for more, go ahead. If she doesn't, accept it. I don't think I've ever mentioned it, but never, ever mention episode 1.
 
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