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R2-D2

Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)
IMPACT / BOX OFFICEOver $10 Billion (Star Wars Franchise)
R2-D2

Technical Specs

  • Astromech Droid
  • Holographic Projector
  • Arc Welder
  • Slicing

Creators

George LucasRalph McQuarrieJohn StearsKenny Baker

Biographical Overview

An incredibly resourceful astromech droid, R2-D2 served Padmé Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, and Luke Skywalker, showing great bravery in rescuing his masters from many perils.

Memorable Quotes

"Bloop bloop bleep beep."

"WooooooooooAAAAAHHHHH!"

Did You Know? (Trivia)

  • •The name R2-D2 was coined while Lucas was editing 'American Graffiti' meaning 'Reel 2, Dialog 2'.
  • •Kenny Baker frequently fell asleep inside the droid chassis on set.
  • •Inducted into the Robot Hall of Fame in 2003.