Set 32 years before the original trilogy, the story begins with a trade dispute.

Chronologically the first film in the Star Wars saga, centers on the Jedi’s discovery of a young Anakin Skywalker and the subtle rise of the Sith. Written and directed by George Lucas, the film served as a technical bridge between 20th-century filmmaking and the 21st-century's CG-heavy blockbuster era. Core Narrative & Characters