Darth Vader actor David Prowse was slightly older than that while filming his final performance as the iconic baddie. Prowse was 47 during Return of the Jedi ‘s January-May 1982 shoot.

But Vader saved Luke long before the return of Anakin Skywalker. Below, read on for a preview of what to expect from the 64-page Darth Vader finale and a recap of recent events.

Yet, Vader's identity remaining a secret makes some moments in Return of the Jedi absurd. Stormtroopers on Endor saw and overheard Vader chatting with Luke about feelings and morality.

In these first years after Return of the Jedi, the Galactic Concordat is signed, putting an end to Palpatine’s regime, and Luke Skywalker embarks on a quest for knowledge that will allow him to ...

The Acolyte directly tied Osha to Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Rey, Kylo Ren, and Yoda when she tried on Qimir's dark side helmet.

Anakin Skywalker is a fan-favorite Jedi for a reason, and he was undoubtedly one of Star Wars' most powerful Jedi, but he can't be the 'best' Jedi in Star Wars movies and TV shows for several critical ...

The post- Return of the Jedi landscape for Star Wars just got a lot murkier. Thankfully, Luke Skywalker is on the job. This week saw the relaunch of Star Wars, with Marvel moving the story of a ...

The Acolyte directly tied Osha to Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Rey, Kylo Ren, and Yoda when she tried on Qimir's dark side helmet.