Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader, in order
To watch Anakin Skywalker's story in order, start with Episode I – The Phantom Menace, then Episode II – Attack of the Clones and The Clone Wars. That's 9 out so far, about 22 hours, ending with Episode VI – Return of the Jedi.
The Skywalker saga is, first of all, Anakin's story: a slave boy who becomes a Jedi, falls to the dark side and is redeemed by his son. This is every film and series that moves it on.
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Anakin Skywalker's story in order
Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Qui-Gon Jinn finds Anakin, a slave boy on Tatooine.
Episode II – Attack of the Clones
Anakin falls for Padmé, and the Clone Wars begin.
The Clone Wars
Anakin gets a Padawan, Ahsoka Tano.
Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
Anakin falls to the dark side and becomes Darth Vader.
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Vader hunts his old master, Obi-Wan.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Vader's most terrifying scene.
Episode IV – A New Hope
Vader chases the stolen Death Star plans.
Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
The truth about Luke's father.
Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
Luke tries to bring his father back.
Also worth watching
The Clone Wars: Season 7
The end of The Clone Wars, running alongside Revenge of the Sith.
Star Wars Rebels: Season 2
Vader faces his old Padawan, Ahsoka.
Questions
What order should I watch Anakin Skywalker's story in?
Start with Episode I – The Phantom Menace, then Episode II – Attack of the Clones and The Clone Wars, and follow the list above: 9 in all, ending with Episode VI – Return of the Jedi.
How long does it take to watch all of Anakin Skywalker's story?
About 22 hours for the 9 out so far.
Do I need to watch The Clone Wars series?
It's not essential, but it's the best look at Anakin as a hero, and it makes his fall much more powerful. The final season runs alongside Revenge of the Sith.
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