Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: August 15, 2008
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GuyCAug 15, 2008
I saw an early screening of The Clone Wars yesterday and was pleasantly surprised after the debacle that was the prequel trilogy. This is in no way meant to be the 7th Star Wars movie (or even 2.5), nor does it try to be. Instead you get a I saw an early screening of The Clone Wars yesterday and was pleasantly surprised after the debacle that was the prequel trilogy. This is in no way meant to be the 7th Star Wars movie (or even 2.5), nor does it try to be. Instead you get a straightforward story, with some very good animation, and the most character development from a SW movie since Jedi. We actually see Anakin mature as a leader and Jedi Knight. Points are certainly lost on the cheesy dialogue of those annoying droids, the brother-sister yapping between Anakin and his Padawan, and the androgynous Hutt uncle. But overall this movie makes for a fun outing if not taken too seriously.… Expand
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RichardK.Aug 13, 2008
Something stinks in these first reviews. First of all, how many C's do we need to review this film? Second, they are all filled with typos and horrible grammar. Third, they all score the film a 0 and several instruct people not to see Something stinks in these first reviews. First of all, how many C's do we need to review this film? Second, they are all filled with typos and horrible grammar. Third, they all score the film a 0 and several instruct people not to see the movie. Finally, they all have--apparently--seen the film before its release. There is something fishy here.… Expand
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benbenAug 11, 2008
I enjoyed the original cartoon network animations and found this on par with those, plenty of action to keep a REAL star wars fan happy.
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JonB.Aug 21, 2008
It was definitely not a traditional Star Wars movie, but still enjoyable. For those of you who are strictly SW purist, you will not like the movie. If, however, you enjoy SW for the plot along with the cool tech, then you will probably like It was definitely not a traditional Star Wars movie, but still enjoyable. For those of you who are strictly SW purist, you will not like the movie. If, however, you enjoy SW for the plot along with the cool tech, then you will probably like it. Keep in mind this is the plug for the tv show coming to TNT sometime in the near future.… Expand
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gm101Feb 15, 2011
The problem is people are looking at this movie and expecting something like Episodes I-VI. It isn't. This was simply an hour and a half pilot for the only good show on Cartoon Network. And as a TV pilot, it was great. I'm sure that had thisThe problem is people are looking at this movie and expecting something like Episodes I-VI. It isn't. This was simply an hour and a half pilot for the only good show on Cartoon Network. And as a TV pilot, it was great. I'm sure that had this been released straight to TV rather than theaters, there would've been way less negativity.… Expand
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txrangersfan72Sep 19, 2010
I don't get it.

I've read review after review of this movie. Every fact has been accurate. My problem is with the emotional translation of the expectation. The Clone Wars was a good movie. If you are 8-12 years old. At 35, I was able toI don't get it.

I've read review after review of this movie. Every fact has been accurate. My problem is with the emotional translation of the expectation.

The Clone Wars was a good movie. If you are 8-12 years old. At 35, I was able to enjoy it for what it was: a good kids movie set in the Star Wars universe.

What are these other reviewers wanting? I was 5 when Star Wars came out. 8 when Empire came out. 11 when Return came out. Most people who now claim to have been Star Wars fanatics fell right around the same age. This meant, at the peak of our hysteria, we were around 8. We thought (and still do) Empire was the best movie. And it is.

We were 8.

We wouldn't have, for a minute, been able to appreciate the dialogue of Pulp Fiction, the directing of Out of Africa, the story of Avalon or the acting in Glengarry Glen Ross.

We were 8.

So...I took my 8 year old to see The Clone Wars. And he was entranced. The action, the humor, the battles, Ritto the huttlett. Everything I've read as a complaint to this movie.

You know why? Because it was made for an 8 year old.

So was the original Star Wars trilogy.

Hey...my generation. Stop criticizing George Lucas for making movies for kids. It's what he did from the minute he made Star Wars until the day he gave into the mid-30's fanboy and created Revenge of the Sith. He enjoys it. That's why he made another Indiana Jones. It's why he can't stop making Star Wars things. HE LIKES IT. He does a great job appealing to that age. And the kids love it.

You aren't going to get the amazement of an 8 year old out of these movies while critiquing it with the intellect of a 36 year old. So stop trying.

If you have young kids who love Star Wars, take them to see it. Show George that there is a reason to keep making these things. Kids love it.… Expand
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SkitteAug 3, 2014
I do not get it. You realize this has been released much before the series within. And it should be serving it like a prologue, showing the originality of each character. If you do not get the reason of having this, then, shut up.
First ofI do not get it. You realize this has been released much before the series within. And it should be serving it like a prologue, showing the originality of each character. If you do not get the reason of having this, then, shut up.
First of all, I am sorry that I have seen this muuuuch before I finished the series. And too bad it was cancelled. After all I understand a big part of the action.
I am over 15 and I like this. It it like an ordinary episode from the series, but a bit longer and rolling out for showing us the characters and the progression.
Stop arguing with fans. If you are not a fan, you will never understand. I do not get the scores. It has sense, it has story progression, it has everything... So... give us real reasons for hating this!… Expand
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9
DBPirate1129Jan 11, 2015
While not as good as the show, the Clone Wars is a stellar Star Wars film that's definitely worth seeing. The introduction of Matt Lanter as Anakin and Ashley Eckstein as new Padawan Ahsoka Tano are great choices!
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TheQuietGamerMay 27, 2012
A pretty smart idea by the people who made this movie and the TV show, they get the commercial for this show on Cartoon Network, kids who are Star Wars fans see it and tell there parent's about how much they want to see it, and parents takeA pretty smart idea by the people who made this movie and the TV show, they get the commercial for this show on Cartoon Network, kids who are Star Wars fans see it and tell there parent's about how much they want to see it, and parents take their kids to see it to make their kids happy and saying "Hey, it's a new Star Wars movie so I wont be bored out of my mind taking my kid/kids to see it". All the while the creators are raking in the money for the movie while simultaneously getting people pumped for the new TV show. As for the movie itself it's not that bad, it may only please the younger Star Wars fans, but older fans can get into it if they keep an open mind. It's basically just one battle scene after another with a simple plot behind it, and even adds some lightsaber duels and some touches of humor here and there, and does a good job of introducing a few of the new characters that you will be seeing in the TV show. It all turned out well in the end but I still can't help but feel like the movie could have been better, but it's not the worst thing that's happened to the Star Wars series (I'm talking about you Hayden Christensen).… Expand
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TheMasiMan1Jan 22, 2016
I liked it. Shame there wasn't the real voices of the characters like Hayden Christiensen or Ewan McGregor. Good thing you got Christopher Lee back in tho. Its much like the prequels, but theres not Jar Jar or anybody or anything that annoysI liked it. Shame there wasn't the real voices of the characters like Hayden Christiensen or Ewan McGregor. Good thing you got Christopher Lee back in tho. Its much like the prequels, but theres not Jar Jar or anybody or anything that annoys you. Great... for an animated movie I mean. This isnt a good movie compared to the real-life Star Wars films, but it's as good as an animated movie is going to get.… Expand
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MagesticLeanJan 11, 2016
its 4 episodes of the clone wars TV SHOW turned into a movie, great battles, great locations, very creative retarded story. Its actually cool i remember, seeing it in Lisboa i was like wow cool im still like, k
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gameguardian21Mar 1, 2016
I think this movie is better than all the prequels. It has more developed characters, great animation, and a start to a new series. The plot is a bit stupid, but it is easily forgiven by the great action scenes. Rotta the hutt can getI think this movie is better than all the prequels. It has more developed characters, great animation, and a start to a new series. The plot is a bit stupid, but it is easily forgiven by the great action scenes. Rotta the hutt can get annoying at times, but not too much. Overall I enjoyed this movie, and it feels just like the cartoon.… Expand
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ViharTancosJan 2, 2018
Far from perfect but still entertaining unlike new movies nowadays. At least we have real force users.
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Thatonenerd2187Dec 11, 2016
Im going to be completely honest, I actually think this is a solid movie. Even though the plot is pretty dumb, and some of the characters needed development, this was a fun star wars movie. The animation, action, and story were what made meIm going to be completely honest, I actually think this is a solid movie. Even though the plot is pretty dumb, and some of the characters needed development, this was a fun star wars movie. The animation, action, and story were what made me like this film.… Expand
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Jk9785Feb 23, 2017
This film is enjoyable, but I personally wasn't that enamored with the story. The animation is well done, and it does a good job setting up one of my favorite TV series of all time, but I think this film could have and should have been done better.
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SonicHD7Jun 1, 2017
As more star systems get swept into the Clone Wars, the valiant Jedi knights struggle to maintain order. Anakin Skywalker and his Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano embark on a mission that brings them face-to-face with Jabba the Hutt. PlottingAs more star systems get swept into the Clone Wars, the valiant Jedi knights struggle to maintain order. Anakin Skywalker and his Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano embark on a mission that brings them face-to-face with Jabba the Hutt. Plotting against them is evil Count Dooku and his agent, Asajj Ventress, who would ensure that the Jedis fail. Meanwhile, Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi lead the clone army against the forces of the Dark Side.… Expand
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DEDtmFeb 3, 2020
I don’t understand the whole hate towards this series, I personally liked how this period was shown in star wars and how Anakin fell to the dark side
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10
SupaManAug 12, 2008
This is the best star wars movie ever, with the best graphics ever! Ok so no one has actually seen this movie so you can safely ignore all the haters below. I'm sure it is a nice little marketing movie, but if it is half as decent as This is the best star wars movie ever, with the best graphics ever! Ok so no one has actually seen this movie so you can safely ignore all the haters below. I'm sure it is a nice little marketing movie, but if it is half as decent as the Clone Wars series was on Cartoon Network then I'll still probably watch it. I might wait for DVD though, who knows. Those who bitch about the graphics haven't seen the Clone Wars series and have no clue why they look the way they do. It's called "style" people, they picked the style the animated series was made in and stuck with it. If you don't like it, tough. So it's not super fake looking CGI like the last three movies were, I don't care! At least it looks fake on purpose. So all you basement dwelling nerds can get off your high horses and go away until you've actually seen it.… Expand
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AaronAug 13, 2008
Great movie. Not as good as the main movies, but still great.
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[Anonymous]Aug 15, 2008
If your a hardcore fanboy that gets upset if someone makes Yoda 1.3 meters instead of 1.2, don't see this movie. Or if you do, don't whine about "the little things". But if want to be entertained by a story in the Star Wars If your a hardcore fanboy that gets upset if someone makes Yoda 1.3 meters instead of 1.2, don't see this movie. Or if you do, don't whine about "the little things". But if want to be entertained by a story in the Star Wars universe, than by all means, go and enjoy. I took my 7 year old son and my 5 year old daughter and we all loved it. It was filled with action and humor and we all left wanting to see it again. My daughter, who likes but does not love Star Wars, loved that there was a girl Jedi that was kicking can.… Expand
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NickBAug 15, 2008
A solid, fun animated film that's going to get heaps of criticism and praise, all overblow due to being part of the Star Wars franchise. I read the total trash review at aintitcool before seeing the movie, so I went to it's A solid, fun animated film that's going to get heaps of criticism and praise, all overblow due to being part of the Star Wars franchise. I read the total trash review at aintitcool before seeing the movie, so I went to it's midnigth show expecting garbage and was alarmed to discover that the real villain in Star Wars: The Clone Wars is the fanbois gone rabid. People who enjoyed the movies as kids and who have kids of their own will get the most out of this movie. Married men whose wives hate Star Wars like my own will enjoy it, too. But if you think you know how to make a better film than Lucas, and you're still all bent out of shape about Jar Jar, just sit this one out. It's meant to be relaxing fun, and you might be wound a litle too tight for this flick.… Expand
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ThomasH.Aug 15, 2008
Well, not really a good story between star wars II and III, but I love the animation they created, and a lots of fun duel and battle sequence of the movie.
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DamonB.Aug 15, 2008
I'm a hardcore fan and I LOVED this film!
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JoshM.Aug 16, 2008
Stream lined goodness from start to finish. You havent seen anything like it before. Made me think that all the star wars films shoulda been in this style. Call me crazy but this film is a sleeper hit by far. And i will be the one to say it today.
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RobH.Aug 16, 2008
First, you have to understand what this is: it's the first few episodes of a half-hour television series which will air on a children's cartoon channel. If you go in thinking it is the next epic "Episode" in the Star Wars saga, First, you have to understand what this is: it's the first few episodes of a half-hour television series which will air on a children's cartoon channel. If you go in thinking it is the next epic "Episode" in the Star Wars saga, you'll be sorely disappointed. But if you take it for what it really is, you will realize that it is going to be a very cool TV show! I went into this expecting to be disappointed -- I loved Genndy's animated Clone Wars and am a Star Wars geek, but the trailers for this 3D version hadn't impressed me. Instead, I was surprised to find myself very entertained by this, especially during the second half when it becomes more light-hearted and comical. (I'd even say I enjoyed it better than Pixar's Wall-E, for example.) We laughed a lot, and outside the theatre after the film all the kids were talking excitedly about their favourite aspect of the film: the comical battle droids. I'm really looking forward to watching more of this series on television with my kids!… Expand
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CoryP.Aug 16, 2008
Just great fun to watch, animation style is cool, like a cross between anime and traditional american animation similar to the original clone wars cartoon. New characters like Ziro the Hutt are something different for star wars and the Just great fun to watch, animation style is cool, like a cross between anime and traditional american animation similar to the original clone wars cartoon. New characters like Ziro the Hutt are something different for star wars and the battle scenes are pretty epic and provide breaks from the OK story, so fun all round, mindless fun.… Expand
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TeliDec 28, 2008
I disagree with all the haters. This movie was a lot of fun and I'm personally looking forward to the entire series. An excellent addition to the Star Wars franchise.
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JeffR.Aug 14, 2008
I loved it less than my kid loved it, but seeing his smile and listening to him talk about this *all week long* made me realize -- if he can love something this much, I'll love it, too.
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EdwardWAug 14, 2008
I don't get the hate. I had a better time at this movie than plodding through the nihilism of Dark Knight. Take it on its own terms -- it's showcasing something that was basically made for the "small" (50" is small?!) screen, and I don't get the hate. I had a better time at this movie than plodding through the nihilism of Dark Knight. Take it on its own terms -- it's showcasing something that was basically made for the "small" (50" is small?!) screen, and it makes me all the more excited for the TV series. It's wall-to-wall action, it's totally bizarre and cool animation, it's silly, it's funny and if it's "Star Wars" light, well, after watching Anakin whine his way through the last couple of films, that may be exactly what "Star Wars" needs. Loved every moment of it (except for about five weird minutes in which Obi-Wan "surrenders," which are absolutely bizarre).… Expand
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DanR.Aug 15, 2008
This is the TV premiere to the new series airing later this fall. Unfortunately, it wasn't decided to put the premiere in theaters until late in production. I mention this because you should know what you're paying for. If This is the TV premiere to the new series airing later this fall. Unfortunately, it wasn't decided to put the premiere in theaters until late in production. I mention this because you should know what you're paying for. If you're paying to see the seventh Star Wars movie, you'll probably be disappointed. But if you're paying for the opportunity to watch a TV premiere on a GIANT television, I think you'll be pretty happy. It doesn't quite reach "movie quality," but it goes above and beyond TV quality and knowing that we'll be treated to this same level quality on a weekly basis is very comforting to this Star Wars fan.… Expand
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BrandonMAug 16, 2008
What a fun film! This film was full of action from the beginning. Bar none, it has the best action sequences in the Star wars saga to date. The action was fantastic in nature and really engaging. On top of the action, the humor from the What a fun film! This film was full of action from the beginning. Bar none, it has the best action sequences in the Star wars saga to date. The action was fantastic in nature and really engaging. On top of the action, the humor from the original trilogy was there too. Humor was sorely missed throughout the prequel trilogy and it has thankfully returned. A large part of that humor comes from the relationship between Anakin and Ahsoka, his new padawan. Ahsoka is a great addition to the Star wars mythos. The scope of this movie and the Clone Wars lead to a nearly infinite amount of stories that could be told in this format. It takes a few minutes to get into the animation, but once settled in, you're happy to be along for the ride. I'll have to see it again, but this probably better than any of the prequel movies. I hope they continue to produce movies in tandem with the television show.… Expand
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SanDiegoSep 3, 2020
It’s not the best animated movie. It’s a great kid’s movie. Seriously great
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CoreGamer1408Oct 7, 2021
Lets face Stars Wars has been a bumpy road since the prequels and driving of the cliff with the WTF sequels. Total first time watch in 2021. Oh boy I got a Star Wars "good" feels vibe again !? Kind of feel bad for the Clone Troopers though. ALets face Stars Wars has been a bumpy road since the prequels and driving of the cliff with the WTF sequels. Total first time watch in 2021. Oh boy I got a Star Wars "good" feels vibe again !? Kind of feel bad for the Clone Troopers though. A literal cannon fodder slave race bred and bought for war and dying by the helmet loads. Star Wars maybe a space fantasy kids franchise, but the lines are kind of blurred who is the bad guys to point the lesser of two evils.… Expand
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senatorsMay 26, 2020
I loved it animation is way better then anything out of 2014 to 2020 its that good the story is nice and about friendship and trust and it introducess the best star wars character ever
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ryantruexfanSep 7, 2020
I don’t understand the bad reviews. This is some of the best of Star Wars.
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mikesgold2KJan 19, 2021
z jednej strony to w miarę dobry wstęp dla postaci i wydarzeń okresu wojen klonów, z drugiej dość miałka historia będąca pretekstem do pokazania szerokiej gamy postaci. Dobrze, że potem w serialu odstajemy lepsze historie
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