Most Essential of "The Clone Wars" To Watch


The Clone Wars chronicles the galactic-wide struggle of the Jedi and the Republic against the Separatists, following the adventures of old fan favorites like Anikin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and Maul, while introduced new popular characters like Captain Rex and Ahsoka Tano. Now with the end of the seventh and final season, it is arguably the best Star Wars ever. But with one movie and 133 episodes, it may seem daunting to try and complete the entire series. So, to make viewing easier, listed here is the most essential of The Clone Wars. (Note: the show is famous for not airing in chronological order, so follow the order below.)


  • The Clone Wars (film)
  • Season 1, Episode 1: Ambush
  • S3, E1: Clone Cadets
  • S1, E5:   Rookies
  • S3, E2:   ARC Troopers
  • S2, E12: The Mandalore Plot
  • S2, E13: Voyage of Temptation
  • S2, E14: Duchess of Mandalore
  • S4, E21: Brothers
  • S4, E22: Revenge
  • S5, E1:   Revival
  • S5, E14: Eminence 
  • S5, E15: Shades of Reason
  • S5, E16: The Lawless
  • S5, E17: Sabotage 
  • S5, E18: The Jedi Who Knew Too Much
  • S5, E19: To Catch a Jedi
  • S5, E20: The Wrong Jedi
  • S6, E1: The Unknown
  • S6, E2: Conspiracy
  • S6, E3: Fugitive
  • S6, E4: Orders
  • S7, E9: Old Friends Not Forgotten
  • S7, E10: The Phantom Apprentice
  • S7, E11: Shattered
  • S7, E12: Victory And Death

The main themes throughout the show are usually about how the clones are individuals with souls and how the line between good and evil is blurred, especially with the corruption within the Republic and the hypocrisy of the Jedi.  Arcs that revolve around Mandalore or Maul are important for this show and others like Rogue One, The Mandalorian, and Rebels. So with this comprehensive list, it should be easier to watch the show and enjoy other ones as well, but even then, the whole series is a spectacular story with many themes and arcs that will make you a Star Wars fan.

Rory P.

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