He was first introduced in the original film trilogy as one of the major villains and leaders of the Galactic Empire. The prequel trilogy chronicles his transformation from the Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker into …

Dec 19, 2025 · Darth Vader is a lead villain in the Star Wars franchise whose unique character design has made him one of the most recognizable villains in pop culture.

Before he became a disciple of the dark side, Darth Vader was Anakin Skywalker, a goodhearted Jedi and hero of the Clone Wars. While he was considered one of the most powerful Jedi in the galaxy, …

His alter ego, Darth Vader, the Dark Lord of the Sith, was created when Skywalker turned to the dark side of the Force, pledging his allegiance to the Sith Lord Darth Sidious at the end of the Republic Era.

Explore Darth Vader’s full story—from Jedi to Sith Lord—and uncover how he shaped Star Wars history. Dive into his legacy, battles, and evolution.

Nov 15, 2024 · Darth Vader, also known as Anakin Skywalker, is a central character in the Star Wars franchise. He is a former Jedi Knight who fell to the dark side of the Force and became a Sith Lord.

2 days ago · In a CBR exclusive preview of Legacy of Vader #12, see how the final conflict between Kylo Ren and Darth Vader begins

As a new Dark Lord of the Sith, Darth Vader was key in helping Emperor Palpatine destroy the Jedi Knights. Vader dueled with his former Jedi Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and suffered severe injuries. He …

Darth Vader is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. The character is the central antagonist of the original trilogy and, as Anakin Skywalker, is one of the main protagonists in the prequel trilogy.

Apr 23, 2025 · Hayden Christensen is returning to his role as Anakin Skywalker (aka Darth Vader) in Ahsoka Season 2, and the actor is looking forward to filling in more of the gaps about his Star Wars …