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'''Qui-Gon Jinn''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|k|w|aɪ|ɡ|ɒ|n}}) is a fictional character in the ], played by ]. He is a main character in the ], serving as one of the ]s of '']'' (1999). He appears briefly as a ] in the 2008 animated series '']'', the season finale of the 2022 live-action series '']'', along with '']'' and ] as a disembodied voice, with Neeson reprising his role in all of the above. Qui-Gon also appears in two episodes of '']'', which depicts some scenes from his life before the events of ''The Phantom Menace''; Neeson voices adult Qui-Gon in the series, while his son ] voices Qui-Gon as a padawan. '''Qui-Gon Jinn''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|k|w|aɪ|ɡ|ɒ|n}}) is a fictional character in the '']'' franchise. He was introduced as a ] in the ] film '']'' (1999), and is portrayed by ]. He appears in the series '']'', and is featured as a ] in the animated series '']'' (2008) and the live-action miniseries '']'' (2022). Qui-Gon also appears in novels, comics and video games.


Within the fictional ''Star Wars'' universe, Qui-Gon mentors ], and is a powerful and wise, yet maverick and controversial ], who has many uncommon beliefs regarding ].<ref>{{Cite book |last=Gray |first=Claudia |title=Master & Apprentice |publisher=Random House Publishing Group |location=USA |language=English}}</ref> In ''The Phantom Menace'', his and Obi-Wan's mission to protect ] leads him to encounter the young slave ], whom he believes to be the prophesied "]" who will bring balance to the Force and insists upon his training as a Jedi against the wishes of the Jedi High Council, who believe Skywalker to be too old for training. Qui-Gon is fatally wounded in a ] duel by the ] ]; in his final moments, he makes Obi-Wan promise that he will train Skywalker.<ref>{{cite book|last=Fuss|first=Kevin|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iSTo_7paLooC&pg=PA183|title=Psybolt Unleashed: The Brothers Geek In|date=May 25, 2011|publisher=]|isbn=9781456738105|page=183}}</ref> ''Attack of the Clones,'' introduces his former Jedi mentor ], who fell to the dark side of the Force and became a ]. At the end of ''Revenge of the Sith'', it is revealed that Qui-Gon has learned how to become a ] after death, teaching the idea to ] during the Clone Wars and later to Obi-Wan. In ''The Phantom Menace'', Qui-Gon and his apprentice ] are tasked with protecting ], the queen of Naboo. On the planet Tatooine, they encounter a young slave named ], whom Qui-Gon believes is the "]" destined to bring balance to ]. When Qui-Gon is fatally wounded in a ] duel, he asks Obi-Wan to train Anakin. The 2005 film '']'' reveals that Qui-Gon learned how to become a Force spirit after death, an ability which he later taught to Obi-Wan and ].


==Creation==
Outside of the films, the character appears in various ] and non-canon ], such as ], ], and ]. Since the release of ''The Phantom Menace'', Qui-Gon has become one of the most popular ''Star Wars'' characters, gaining a ]. Neeson's portrayal of Qui-Gon has been met with positive reviews, with some critics saying he helped hold the film together significantly. For his role in ''The Phantom Menace'', Neeson was nominated for a 2000 ] for ].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.imdb.com/event/ev0000004/2000 |title=Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films: Awards for 2000 |work=IMDb |year=2016 |access-date=8 April 2016}}</ref>
] created the ''Star Wars'' franchise, and wrote and directed '']''. He created the character Qui-Gon Jinn for the film. Although Qui-Gon is the master of Obi-Wan Kenobi and is older than him, Lucas had considered making Qui-Gon the younger Jedi.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Bresman |first=Jonathan |title=The Art of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace |publisher=Ebury |year=1999 |isbn=9780091868703 |location=United Kingdom}}</ref> Lucas described the character as independent and "always testing the rules". He said Qui-Gon refuses to "go along with the program".{{Sfn|Bouzereau|Duncan|1999|p=9}}


Lucas originally envisioned an American actor in the role of Qui-Gon, but ultimately cast the Northern Irish actor Liam Neeson. He described Neeson as a "master actor, who the other actors will look up to, who has got the qualities of strength that the character demands".<ref>{{Cite web |date=2004-10-23 |title=Star Wars: Episode I Production Notes |url=http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/bts/production/f19990501/indexp4.html |access-date=2024-06-18 |website=Internet Archive |archive-date=2004-10-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041023023458/http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/bts/production/f19990501/indexp4.html |url-status=bot: unknown }}</ref> Neeson described Qui-Gon as wise, confident, philosophical and very skilled in martial arts. He said the Jedi Master has "a magical quality that enables him to see into the future. He's not really a rebel, but he has his own code."{{Sfn|Bouzereau|Duncan|1999|p=44}}
==Appearances==
===Film===
====''The Phantom Menace'' (1999)====
Qui-Gon is the main character in the first episode of the ], '']''. He is a Jedi Master and the mentor of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Unlike other, more conservative Jedi, he values living in the moment as the best way to embrace ]. Jinn is not a member of the Jedi High Council and had no desire to be.


Qui-Gon Jinn's name is derived from the Chinese word '']'' (]: 气功; ]: 氣功), and the Arabic word '']'' (جِنّ). Qigong is a system of breathing and exercise designed to support physical and mental health, while a jinn is a type of spirit found in Arabian mythology.<ref>. '']''.</ref><ref>. '']''.</ref> "Qui-Gon Jinn" can be translated as "Guardian Spirit of the Living Force."<ref>{{cite book |last1=McDonald |first1=Paul F. |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Wf4CAQAAQBAJ&q=qui-gon+jinn+chinese+qigong+genie&pg=PA165 |title=The Star Wars Heresies: Interpreting the Themes, Symbols and Philosophies of Episodes I, II and III |date=Sep 3, 2013 |publisher=McFarland |isbn=978-0-7864-7181-2 |location=Jefferson, NC |page=165 |access-date=23 October 2016}}</ref> "Jinn" also resembles the Chinese word for power, ''jin'' (勁), and the martial arts concept '']'', which is the explosive release of internal strength or power.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Voigt |first1=John |date=5 Jan 2016 |title=Qi as Entertainment: The Force in Star Wars |url=http://qi-encyclopedia.com/?article=Qi%20as%20Entertainment:%20The%20Force%20in%20Star%20Wars |access-date=23 October 2016 |website=Qi Encyclopedia |publisher=Qi Journal}}</ref>
''The Phantom Menace'' opens with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan sent to the planet ] to resolve a political conflict involving the Trade Federation, a corrupt business conglomerate that has blockaded the planet for political leverage. Upon arrival, they are attacked by their host. The Jedi retreat to the planet and rescue its besieged Queen, ]. Their attempt to run the blockade and make way for the galactic capital of ] succeeds, but the queen's ship is damaged by attacks from a Trade Federation blockade, causing the hyperdrive to malfunction. With no other choice, the ship lands on the desert planet of ] for repairs.


==Appearances==
While searching for replacement parts on Tatooine, Qui-Gon discovers a 9-year old slave boy named ], who is extraordinarily strong in the Force; a test of his blood reveals that his midi-chlorian count—a measure of Force potential—is the highest ever detected. Qui-Gon becomes intrigued when Anakin's mother, Shmi, tells him that the boy ]. Knowing that Anakin might be the "Chosen One" of Jedi lore destined to bring balance to the Force, Qui-Gon bets Anakin's freedom and the spaceship parts on a pod race, which Anakin wins. The entourage prepare to leave Tatooine, but they encounter a black cloaked lightsaber wielding being that Qui-Gon believes to be a ], their brief duel is the first Jedi and Sith battle recorded in a thousand years,<ref>{{Cite book |last=Windham |first=Ryder |title=Ultimate Star Wars: Characters, Creatures, Locations, Technology, Vehicles |publisher=DK |year=2015 |location=USA |pages=22 |language=English}}</ref> which with before escaping on the ship. Upon returning to Coruscant, Qui-Gon asks the Jedi Council to allow Anakin to be trained as a Jedi. Master ] senses fear in the boy, and the Council denies his request. Undaunted, Qui-Gon vows that he himself will train Anakin when Obi-Wan becomes a Jedi Knight.
===Prequel trilogy===
{{Main article|Star Wars prequel trilogy}}
Qui-Gon is introduced in the first film of the ], '']'' (1999). He is portrayed by Liam Neeson. Qui-Gon and his Jedi apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi are sent to ] to resolve a conflict involving the Trade Federation, a business conglomerate that has blockaded the planet for political leverage. When the two Jedi arrive, the Federation attempts to assassinate them. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan retreat to Naboo, rescue its besieged queen, Padmé Amidala, then leave for ], the galactic capital. During the journey, they land on ] to repair their ship. Qui-Gon encounters a nine-year-old slave boy named Anakin Skywalker, whose potential with the Force is the highest ever detected. The Jedi Master becomes intrigued when Anakin's mother tells him that the boy had no father. Believing that Anakin could be the "Chosen One" of Jedi prophecy destined to bring balance to the Force, Qui-Gon secures the boy's freedom and decides to bring him before the Jedi Council on Coruscant. Before leaving Tatooine, Qui-Gon duels with a mysterious warrior dressed in black.


On Coruscant, Qui-Gon asks the Council to allow Anakin to be trained as a Jedi. Master Yoda senses fear in the boy, and the Council denies the request. Undaunted, Qui-Gon vows that he will train Anakin himself. Padmé, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan return to Naboo, where they once again encounter the dark warrior, who reveals himself to be the Sith Lord Darth Maul. During a ferocious lightsaber battle, Maul mortally wounds Qui-Gon. Obi-Wan responds by killing Maul, then promises his dying master that he will train Anakin.
Amidala, ], and the two Jedi return to Naboo to liberate the planet. There, they encounter the Sith Lord from earlier, who reveals himself to be ]. After an arduous ] duel, Maul mortally wounds Qui-Gon, stunning him by thrusting his saber hilt to his chin and then running Qui-Gon through. Maul is subsequently defeated by Obi-Wan. Before dying, Qui-Gon makes Obi-Wan promise that he will train Anakin. Qui-Gon is later cremated on a funeral pyre with everyone else witnessing.<ref>{{cite video |title=]|publisher=]|date=2001|medium=]}}</ref>


In the second film, '']'' (2002), Neeson provides the voice of Qui-Gon. When Anakin is slaughtering the ] on Tatooine, the Jedi Master's voice can be heard. Near the end of the third film, '']'' (2005), Yoda reveals to Obi-Wan that he has been communicating with the spirit of Qui-Gon.
====''Attack of the Clones'' (2002)====
Although Qui-Gon Jinn does not appear physically in '']'', he does have a brief voice cameo when Yoda hears Qui-Gon's voice echo out to Anakin through the Force as Anakin slaughters a tribe of ]. In addition, Qui-Gon does appear as a statue in the Jedi Archives in one scene of the movie. Obi-Wan discovers that Qui-Gon's old master, ], has become a Sith Lord; and Dooku mentions Qui-Gon as he interrogates a captured Obi-Wan, expressing grief over his former apprentice's death and debating that Qui-Gon would have followed him in leaving the Republic had he survived.


====''Revenge of the Sith'' (2005)==== ===''The Rise of Skywalker''===
Neeson provides the voice of Qui-Gon in '']'' (2019). After ] collapses during her confrontation with the resurrected ], she hears the voices of various deceased Jedi, including Qui-Gon. The Jedi give her the strength to continue the battle.<ref>{{cite magazine |last1=Breznican |first1=Anthony |last2=Robinson |first2=Joanna |date=December 20, 2019 |title=25 Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Cameos You Might Have Missed |url=https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/12/star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalker-cameos-who-were-the-jedi-voices-jodie-comer-reys-mom |access-date=April 23, 2020 |magazine=Vanity Fair |publisher=}}</ref>
Though he does not appear in '']'' in any form, Qui-Gon is briefly mentioned near the end of the film by Yoda, who reveals to Obi-Wan that they have been in communication with each other.

====''The Rise of Skywalker'' (2019)====
In '']'', Qui-Gon's voice is heard speaking to ] (his killer's former master's granddaughter), along with other past Jedi, encouraging her to battle the resurrected ]. Neeson returned to voice the character.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/12/star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalker-cameos-who-were-the-jedi-voices-jodie-comer-reys-mom |title=25 Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Cameos You Might Have Missed |publisher=] |date=December 20, 2019 |access-date=April 23, 2020}}</ref>


===Television=== ===Television===
Qui-Gon is voiced by Neeson in the animated series '']'' (2008–2014; 2020). In season three, he informs Obi-Wan and Anakin about three beings who share his belief that Anakin is the Chosen One. These beings are known as the Father (the unifying Force manifestation), the Daughter (the light side incarnation) and the Son (the dark side embodiment).<ref>''Star Wars: The Clone Wars'' season 3, episodes 15 & 17</ref> In the sixth season of the series, Qui-Gon's disembodied voice instructs Yoda to learn the secret of Force immortality.<ref>''Star Wars: The Clone Wars'' season 6, episode 11</ref>
====''The Clone Wars'' (2008–2014; 2020)====
In '']'', the character is mentioned several times throughout the series. Qui-Gon appears in two episodes of the third season. On the mysterious planet ], he informs Obi-Wan in the episode "Overlords" and later Anakin in the episode "Ghosts of Mortis" about the three beings who believe, like Qui-Gon, that Anakin is the Chosen One: the Father (the Unifying Force manifestation), the Daughter (the light side incarnation) and the Son (the dark side embodiment).<ref>''Star Wars: The Clone Wars'' season 3, episodes 15 & 17</ref> Later in the sixth-season episode "Voices," Yoda is contacted by the disembodied voice of Qui-Gon. Despite his presence on Mortis, Qui-Gon is revealed to have not been able to manifest a semi-physical form. Following his deceased friend's instructions, Yoda goes on a quest across the galaxy in order to learn the secrets of becoming one with the Force as well. During one of the tests of the Force Priestesses, an illusion of Qui-Gon appears along with Jedi Master Count Dooku and Obi-Wan.<ref>''Star Wars: The Clone Wars'' season 6, episode 11</ref> It is only after Yoda passes his test that he is allowed to learn Qui-Gon's technique to retain one's consciousness after death.


Qui-Gon returns in the 2022 miniseries '']''. An older version of the character is voiced by Liam Neeson, while a younger version is voiced by Neeson's son, Micheál Richardson.<ref>{{cite web |last=Carter |first=Justin |date=May 28, 2022 |title=Ahsoka, Qui-Gon & Count Dooku Return in New Anthology Series, Tales of the Jedi |url=https://gizmodo.com/star-wars-tales-of-the-jedi-lucasfilm-anthology-series-1848974981 |access-date=May 29, 2022 |website=Deadline Hollywood}}</ref> In the second episode, the young Qui-Gon serves as ] to Count Dooku, and helps to investigate a mysterious kidnapping on an impoverished planet. When Qui-Gon stops Dooku from losing his temper and killing a corrupt senator, Dooku commends him for his wisdom. In the fourth episode of the series, Jedi Master Qui-Gon and Dooku discuss the Jedi Council's refusal to believe that Darth Maul is a Sith Lord. After Qui-Gon's death, a grieving Dooku remembers how, as a boy, Qui-Gon was fascinated by the tree in the Jedi Temple.
====''Rebels'' (2014–2018)====
In '']'' while he neither appears nor is mentioned, Obi-Wan finally avenges Qui-Gon Jinn's death in the season 3 episode "]", where Obi-Wan and Maul have their final duel on the planet Tatooine. Obi-Wan uses Qui-Gon's favored form of lightsaber combat to bait Maul into overextending himself, allowing him to easily slay him.


Early in the 2022 miniseries '']'', the titular Jedi tries unsuccessfully to reach out to Qui-Gon's Force spirit. In the final episode, Qui-Gon finally appears to Obi-Wan. Neeson reprises his role as the Jedi Master.
Qui-Gon's voice can be heard briefly in the season 4 episode "]" among many other voices of major ''Star Wars'' characters throughout the ], demonstrating how the eponymous realm that ] enters widely spans all time and space in the ''Star Wars'' universe.


===Novels===
====''Obi-Wan Kenobi'' (2022)====
The 2019 novel ''Master and Apprentice'' features Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Liptak |first1=Andrew |title=The next Star Wars novels will flesh out the prequel era |url=https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/20/17596512/star-wars-novels-padme-obi-wan-qui-gon-claudia-gray-ek-johnston-san-diego-comic-con-2018 |website=The Verge |access-date=25 July 2018 |date=20 July 2018}}</ref>
In '']'', the title character tries to reach out to Qui-Gon, but fails. In the final episode "Part VI", Obi-Wan finds his inner peace after confronting ], and Qui-Gon's ] finally appears to him. Qui-Gon tells his former apprentice that he had always been there, but that Obi-Wan's grief had made him unable to see him. As Qui-Gon vanishes into the Force, Obi-Wan rides off into the desert, ready to continue his training.


====''Tales of the Jedi'' (2022)==== ==''Star Wars Legends''==
{{See also|Star Wars in other media}}Following the acquisition of ] by ] in 2012, most of the licensed ''Star Wars'' novels and comics produced between 1977 and 2014 were rebranded as ''Star Wars Legends'' and declared non-canon to the franchise. The ''Legends'' works comprise a separate narrative universe.{{efn|Attributed to multiple references:<br><ref name="THR Legends2">{{cite news |last=McMilian |first=Graeme |date=April 25, 2014 |title=Lucasfilm Unveils New Plans for ''Star Wars'' Expanded Universe |url=https://hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/lucasfilm-unveils-new-plans-star-698973 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160429022447/http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/lucasfilm-unveils-new-plans-star-698973 |archive-date=April 29, 2016 |access-date=May 26, 2016 |magazine=The Hollywood Reporter}}</ref><ref name="SW Legends2">{{cite web |date=April 25, 2014 |title=The Legendary ''Star Wars'' Expanded Universe Turns a New Page |url=https://www.starwars.com/news/the-legendary-star-wars-expanded-universe-turns-a-new-page |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160910044317/http://www.starwars.com/news/the-legendary-star-wars-expanded-universe-turns-a-new-page |archive-date=September 10, 2016 |access-date=May 26, 2016 |website=]}}</ref><ref name="SW Adult2">{{cite web |date=April 25, 2014 |title=Disney and Random House announce relaunch of ''Star Wars'' Adult Fiction line |url=https://www.starwars.com/news/disney-publishing-worldwide-and-random-house-announce-relaunch-of-star-wars-adult-fiction-line |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160514073722/http://www.starwars.com/news/disney-publishing-worldwide-and-random-house-announce-relaunch-of-star-wars-adult-fiction-line |archive-date=May 14, 2016 |access-date=May 26, 2016 |publisher=StarWars.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Dinsdale |first=Ryan |date=2023-05-04 |title=The Star Wars Canon: The Definitive Guide |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/the-star-wars-canon-the-definitive-guide |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=IGN |language=en}}</ref>}}
In the '']'' six-part mini-series, Qui-Gon appears in the second and fourth episodes. In the second episode, a young Qui-Gon serves as Padawan to ], and helps to investigate a mysterious kidnapping on an impoverished planet. Qui-Gon stops Dooku from losing his temper and killing a corrupt senator, and Dooku commends Qui-Gon for being a "wiser man than I". In the fourth episode of the series, an adult Master Qui-Gon and Count Dooku discuss the Jedi Council's refusal to believe Qui-Gon's claim that ] is a ] Lord. After Qui-Gon's death, a grieving Dooku remembers how, as a boy, Qui-Gon was fascinated by the tree in the Jedi Temple; Qui-Gon, a native of ], had never seen a tree before then. Dooku later confronts his secret master, ], claiming that Qui-Gon's death was unnecessary, as Qui-Gon might have been a powerful ally to them.


===Novels=== ===Novels===
Qui-Gon's life prior to ''The Phantom Menace'' is detailed in the '']'' series. In '']'', Yoda encourages the Jedi Knight to take a new Padawan learner. Qui-Gon's previous apprentice, Xanatos, had turned to the dark side of the Force. Qui-Gon observes a lightsaber tournament among a group of the Temple's older students, which includes the twelve-year-old Obi-Wan. He takes note of Obi-Wan's skills, but refuses to train him due to his uncontrolled anger. On a mission to Bandomeer, Qui-Gon again encounters Obi-Wan, who is being sent to the planet to begin life as an agricultural laborer. During the journey, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan defend a group of Arcona from the criminal organization Offworld Corporation. When they arrive on Bandomeer, Qui-Gon receives a letter from Xanatos.
A novel involving Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, set before the events of ''The Phantom Menace'' and titled ''Master and Apprentice'', was written by ] and released on February 26, 2019.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Liptak |first1=Andrew |title=The next Star Wars novels will flesh out the prequel era |url=https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/20/17596512/star-wars-novels-padme-obi-wan-qui-gon-claudia-gray-ek-johnston-san-diego-comic-con-2018 |website=The Verge |access-date=25 July 2018 |date=20 July 2018}}</ref>


In '']'', it is revealed that Xanatos is now the leader of Offworld. Qui-Gon meets his former apprentice to negotiate an agreement between Offworld and Bandomeer, but ends up dueling with Xanatos instead. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan end Offworld's business on Bandomeer, but Xanatos escapes. During the encounter with Xanatos, Qui-Gon realizes Obi-Wan's potential and accepts him as his Padawan. In '']'', Xanatos nearly assassinates Yoda, but Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan thwart his plans. When they chase Xanatos back to his homeworld in '']'', the fallen Jedi refuses to surrender and commits suicide.
===Video games===
Qui-Gon has also appeared in several ''Star Wars'' video games: '']'', '']'', '']'', '']'', the '']'' games and as a character skin (via purchased download content) in '']''. A bird version of Qui-Gon, called "Quail-Gon," is playable in '']''. A ] ] variant of the character appeared and is playable in '']'', '']'', '']'' and '']''.


In '']'', an apprentice Qui-Gon accompanies his master Dooku on a diplomatic assignment. Their ship is infiltrated by space pirates led by the rogue Jedi Lorian Nod, a former friend of Dooku's. The two battle and Dooku is overcome by anger, but Qui-Gon prevents his master from violating the Jedi Code by committing cold-blooded murder. Years later, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan encounter Nod again and imprison him for his crimes. In '']'', Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan embark on a mission with the Jedi Master ] and her Padawan ]. Qui-Gon and Adi become separated from Obi-Wan and Siri, which leads to the discovery of romantic feelings between the two apprentices. Sensing these feelings in Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon shares the story of his relationship with ], a female Jedi whose murder nearly pushed Qui-Gon to the dark side.
===''Legends'' works===
With the 2012 acquisition of ] by ], most of the licensed ''Star Wars'' novels and comics produced since the originating 1977 film '']'' were rebranded as ''Star Wars Legends'' and declared non-canon to the franchise in April 2014.<ref name="THR Legends">{{cite news |url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/lucasfilm-unveils-new-plans-star-698973 |last=McMilian |first=Graeme |title=Lucasfilm Unveils New Plans for ''Star Wars'' Expanded Universe |work=] |date=April 25, 2014 |access-date=May 26, 2016}}</ref><ref name="SW Legends">{{cite web|url=https://www.starwars.com/news/the-legendary-star-wars-expanded-universe-turns-a-new-page |title=The Legendary ''Star Wars'' Expanded Universe Turns a New Page |publisher=] |date=April 25, 2014 |access-date=May 26, 2016}}</ref><ref name="SW Adult">{{cite web|url=https://www.starwars.com/news/disney-publishing-worldwide-and-random-house-announce-relaunch-of-star-wars-adult-fiction-line |title=Disney and Random House announce relaunch of ''Star Wars'' Adult Fiction line |publisher=StarWars.com |date=April 25, 2014 |access-date=May 26, 2016}}</ref>


'']'' is set a year before ''The Phantom Menace''. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan fight a terrorist organization called the Nebula Front, which is secretly following the orders of Darth Sidious. At the Trade Federation conference on Eriadu, the two Jedi successfully defend Chancellor Valorum but cannot prevent the Neimoidian takeover of the Federation.
====Television====
=====''Clone Wars'' (2003–2005)=====
In '']'', Qui-Gon makes a ] in "Chapter 21". During Yoda's Force dream, Qui-Gon tells Anakin to enter the mysterious cave on ] where the boy will see a vision of his future. Later when Obi-Wan reprimands Anakin for being late for his secret Knighthood ceremony, Anakin replies "as far as your wisdom goes, you're no Qui-Gon Jinn!". Ashamed, Anakin apologises and his master admits that he misses Qui-Gon.<ref>''Star Wars: Clone Wars'' episodes 20-21</ref>


====Novels==== ===Comics===
In the comic series '']'', Qui-Gon and other Jedi fight in the Stark Hyperspace War. Qui-Gon saves the life of Nute Gunray, the future Trade Federation viceroy.
Qui-Gon's life years prior to ''The Phantom Menace'' is mainly detailed in the '']'' book series. In '']'' (set 12 years before ''The Phantom Menace''), Yoda encourages Qui-Gon to take a new Padawan learner, following the failure of his previous apprentice ], who turned to the dark side of the Force years before. Qui-Gon observes a small lightsaber tournament among a group of the Temple's older students, which includes 12-year-old Obi-Wan. He takes notice of Obi-Wan's skills, but also of the boy's uncontrolled anger and refuses to train him. Shortly following the tournament, the Jedi Knight leaves for a mission to the planet Bandomeer. On the transport ship, Qui-Gon is reunited with Obi-Wan, who is also being sent to Bandomeer to begin life as an agricultural labourer. During the voyage, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan help defend a group of Arcona from the criminal organization Offworld Corporation. After putting an end to the tense situation, the two arrive on Bandomeer, where Qui-Gon receives a letter signed by his former apprentice Xanatos.<ref>''Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice – The Rising Force''</ref>


===''Clone Wars''===
In '']'', it is revealed that the whole ordeal has been organized by Xanatos, now the leader of Offworld. Qui-Gon sends Obi-Wan off to his Agri-Corps duties, while he plans to meet with Xanatos to find an agreement between Offworld and Bandomeer. However, Xanatos plans to ] their meeting and kill Qui-Gon. The Jedi Master duels with his former apprentice, and he and Obi-Wan end Offworld's business on Bandomeer. Xanatos escapes, however. During the encounter with Xanatos, Qui-Gon discovers Obi-Wan's true potential and accepts the boy as his new Padawan. As a gift for Obi-Wan's 13th birthday, Qui-Gon gives his apprentice a special rock he found from the River of Light on his homeworld.<ref>''Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice – The Dark Rival''</ref> In '']'', Xanatos attacks the Jedi Temple and nearly assassinates Yoda, but Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan thwart his plans, and in '']'', when they chase Xanatos back to his homeworld Telos, the fallen Jedi refuses to surrender and commits ]. Qui-Gon is thus able to bring closure to a painful chapter of his life.<ref>''Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice – The Captive Temple''</ref><ref>''Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice – The Day of Reckoning''</ref>
The animated television series '']'' (2003–2005) was removed from canon in 2014 and placed in the ''Legends'' universe. Qui-Gon makes a ] in "Chapter 21". During Yoda's Force dream, Qui-Gon tells Anakin to enter a cave on ] where he will see a vision of his future.<ref>''Star Wars: Clone Wars'' episodes 20-21</ref>


==Other appearances==
In '']'', set during both Qui-Gon's Padawan and Knight years, Qui-Gon and his master Dooku are sent to accompany Senator Blix Annon on a ] assignment. However, space ]s infiltrate their ship and their leader turns out to be rogue Jedi Lorian Nod, a former friend of Dooku's. The two battle and Dooku lets his anger get the best of him, but Qui-Gon prevents his master from violating the Jedi Code by committing cold-blooded ]. Years after their first encounter, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan encounter Nod and once again the fallen Jedi is incarcerated for his crimes.<ref>''Star Wars: Legacy of the Force</ref>
Qui-Gon appears in the video games '']'', '']'', '']'', '']'', multiple '']'' games, and '']'' via ]. A bird version of Qui-Gon, called "Quail-Gon", is playable in '']''.

In '']'' (set seven years before ''The Phantom Menace''), Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan are paired with Jedi Master ] and her Padawan ]. The mission, which results in Qui-Gon and Adi being separated from Obi-Wan and Siri, leads to the discovery of romantic feelings between the two Jedi Padawans. Qui-Gon detects these emotions and warns Obi-Wan of his own example with ], a female Jedi whose murder nearly pushed Qui-Gon over the edge to the dark side.<ref>''Star Wars: Secrets of the Jedi''</ref>

In '']'' (set a year before ''The Phantom Menace''), both Jedi fight against a ] organization called the Nebula Front, who are secretly following ]' orders. At the Trade Federation conference on ], Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan successfully defend Chancellor Valorum, but do not prevent the deaths of the rest of the Trade Federation Directorate, allowing the Neimoidians to take control of the Federation.<ref>''Star Wars: Cloak of Deception''</ref>

In the 2010 reference book ''The Jedi Path'', Obi-Wan states that some have called Qui-Gon a gray Jedi.<ref>{{Cite book|last=Wallace|first=Daniel|url=https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/752590192|title=The Jedi Path: A Manual for Students of the Force|publisher=]|year=2017|isbn=978-1-4521-0227-6|location=San Francisco, CA|pages=151|oclc=752590192|orig-year=2010}}</ref>

====Comics====
Aside from the graphic novelization of ''The Phantom Menace'', Qui-Gon appears in the "Stark Hyperspace War" plotline in '']''. In this ], which takes place during the same year Qui-Gon takes Obi-Wan as his apprentice, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan fight in the titular conflict along with other Jedi such as ] and ], and Qui-Gon ends up saving Nute Gunray, the future Trade Federation viceroy.<ref>''Star Wars: Republic - The Stark Hyperspace War''</ref>


==Reception== ==Reception==
Despite the mixed reviews that the prequel trilogy received from critics, Liam Neeson's performance and character received positive reviews. Colin Kennedy from ] stated in his review of the film, "Liam Neeson has manfully carried the action on his shoulders throughout (the subsequent prequels desperately miss him) and his final words – “Obi-Wan, promise... Promise me you will train the boy” – provide the movie with its only real weight."<ref>{{cite web|last1=Kennedy|first1=Colin|title=Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Review|url=https://www.empireonline.com/movies/star-wars-episode-phantom-menace/review/|website=Empire Online|access-date=15 December 2017}}</ref> Owen Gleiberman from '']'' said in his review of ''The Phantom Menace'', "If there’s an actor who holds ''The Phantom Menace'' together, it’s Liam Neeson. Tersely commanding, he gives the film its only hints of emotional dynamism."<ref>{{cite magazine|last1=Gleiberman|first1=Owen|title=Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace|url=http://ew.com/article/1999/05/21/star-wars-episode-i-phantom-menace-2/|magazine=Entertainment Weekly|access-date=15 December 2017}}</ref> In his review of ''The Phantom Menace'', Colin Kennedy of ] said that Neeson "manfully carrie the action on his shoulders" throughout the film. He felt that Qui-Gon's final words to Obi-Wan—"Promise me you will train the boy"—provide the film with its only emotional weight.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Kennedy |first1=Colin |date=January 1, 2000 |title=Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Review |url=https://www.empireonline.com/movies/star-wars-episode-phantom-menace/review/ |access-date=December 15, 2017 |website=Empire}}</ref> ] of '']'' wrote that Neeson "holds ''The Phantom Menace'' together". He said that Qui-Gon is "commanding", and gives the film "its only hints of emotional dynamism".<ref>{{cite magazine|last1=Gleiberman|first1=Owen|title=Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace|url=http://ew.com/article/1999/05/21/star-wars-episode-i-phantom-menace-2/|magazine=Entertainment Weekly|access-date=15 December 2017}}</ref> For his portrayal of Qui-Gon, Neeson was nominated for the 2000 ].{{Citation needed|date=June 2024}}

In 2017, '']'' placed Qui-Gon at the number 25 spot on their 50 Best ''Star Wars'' Characters of All Time list.<ref>{{cite magazine|title=50 Best 'Star Wars' Characters of All Time, 25. Qui-Gon Jinn|url=https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/lists/50-best-star-wars-characters-20151203/qui-gon-jinn-20151203|magazine=Rolling Stone|date=4 May 2020}}</ref>

==Behind the scenes==
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As revealed in ''The Art of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace'', director ] conceived the character of Qui-Gon during pre-production of the film. This is shown by concept art where Obi-Wan Kenobi is shown alone in the Trade Federation flagship and while meeting Jar Jar Binks. Even when Qui-Gon was conceived, Lucas toyed with making him the younger Jedi, as shown in concept art depicting Obi-Wan as an older man. Lucas originally envisioned an ] actor for the role of Qui-Gon, but ultimately cast ] actor ] because he considered Neeson to have great skills and presence, describing him as a "master actor, who the other actors will look up to, who has got the qualities of strength that the character demands."<ref>"Star Wars Episode I Production Notes: The Actors and Characters - Part I". StarWars.com. 1999-05-01. Archived from the original on 2004-10-23. https://web.archive.org/web/20041023023458/http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/bts/production/f19990501/indexp4.html. Retrieved 2009-04-05.</ref> Initially, Lucas had planned for Qui-Gon to have long white hair, but that idea was scrapped and Qui-Gon is depicted as having long brown hair in the film.{{Citation needed|date=August 2020}}

Lucas says the character is "very independent, always testing the rules," and refuses "to go along with the program." Neeson describes him as "wise and quite philosophical, yet very skilled in martial arts. He has incredible confidence, as well as a magical quality that enables him to see into the future. He's not really a rebel, but he has his own code."<ref>{{Cite book|last=Bouzereau|first=Laurent|title=Star Wars: The Making of Episode I – The Phantom Menace|publisher=Ballantine|others=Duncan, Jody.|year=1999|isbn=0-345-43119-7|edition=1st|location=New York|pages=9, 44|oclc=41376907}}</ref>

During the early development of ''Revenge of the Sith'', Lucas wrote a scene featuring a ghostly Qui-Gon speaking with Yoda about Anakin. Liam Neeson indicated that he was set to reprise his role,<ref>{{cite web|last=Keck |first=William |url=http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/life/people/2005-01-09-palm-springs_x.htm |title=USATODAY.com - Movie-star night in Palm Springs |publisher=Usatoday30.usatoday.com |date=2005-01-10 |access-date=2016-12-21}}</ref> but the scene was deleted before being filmed, although it is retained in the film's novelization.<ref>{{cite web|author=Christian Blauvelt |url=http://www.ew.com/article/2011/01/20/liam-neeson-star-wars-clone-wars-exclusive |title=Liam Neeson to voice Qui-Gon Jinn in 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' — EXCLUSIVE VIDEO – |publisher=Ew.com |date=2011-01-20 |access-date=2016-12-21}}</ref>


==See also==
The character's name is derived from the Chinese word '']'' (气功 or 氣功), a system of coordinated body movement, breathing, and meditation used for health, spirituality, and martial arts training that allows access to higher realms of awareness, and balance of life energy, similar to ]. This is paired with the Arabic word '']'', meaning "genie" or "tutelary spirit." The name translates almost literally as "Guardian Spirit of the Living Force."<ref>{{cite book|last1=McDonald|first1=Paul F.|title=The Star Wars Heresies: Interpreting the Themes, Symbols and Philosophies of Episodes I, II and III|date=Sep 3, 2013|publisher=McFarland|location=Jefferson, NC|isbn=978-0-7864-7181-2|page=165|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Wf4CAQAAQBAJ&q=qui-gon+jinn+chinese+qigong+genie&pg=PA165|access-date=23 October 2016}}</ref> "Jinn" could also refer to the Chinese word for power, ''jin'' (勁), and the martial arts concept of '']'', which is the explosive release of internal strength or power.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Voigt|first1=John|title=Qi as Entertainment: The Force in Star Wars|date=5 Jan 2016|url=http://qi-encyclopedia.com/?article=Qi%20as%20Entertainment:%20The%20Force%20in%20Star%20Wars|website=Qi Encyclopedia|publisher=Qi Journal|access-date=23 October 2016}}</ref>
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==References== ==References==
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==Bibliography== ===Works cited===
* {{Cite book |last1=Bouzereau |first1=Laurent |title=Star Wars: The Making of Episode I—The Phantom Menace |last2=Duncan |first2=Jody |publisher=Del Rey |year=1999 |isbn=0345431111 |location=New York}}
* '']'', 1st edition paperback, 1999. ], ], {{ISBN|0-345-43411-0}}
* {{Cite book |last1=Hidalgo |first1=Pablo |title=The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia |last2=Sansweet |first2=Stephen |publisher=Del Rey |year=2008 |isbn=9780345477637 |edition=First |volume=II |location=New York}}
* ''] - Novelization'', 1st edition hardcover, 2005. Matthew Woodring Stover, George Lucas, {{ISBN|0-7126-8427-1}}
* ''Star Wars Episode I Who's Who: A Pocket Guide to Characters of the Phantom Menace'', hardcover, 1999. Ryder Windham, {{ISBN|0-7624-0519-8}}
* ''The New Essential Guide to Characters'', 1st edition, 2002. Daniel Wallace, Michael Sutfin, {{ISBN|0-345-44900-2}}
* ''Star Wars: The Phantom Menace: The Visual Dictionary'', hardcover, 1999. David West Reynolds, {{ISBN|0-7894-4701-0}}
* ''Star Wars Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook'', 1st edition, 2000. Bill Slavicsek, Andy Collins, {{ISBN|0-7869-1793-8}}


==External links== ==External links==
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* {{Star Wars Databank|subject=qui-gon-jinn|text=Qui-Gon Jinn}} * {{Star Wars Databank|subject=qui-gon-jinn|text=Qui-Gon Jinn}}
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Fictional character in the Star Wars universe Fictional character
Qui-Gon Jinn
Star Wars character
Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn
First appearanceThe Phantom Menace
Created byGeorge Lucas
Portrayed byLiam Neeson
Voiced by
In-universe information
OccupationJedi Master
Affiliation
MasterCount Dooku
ApprenticesObi-Wan Kenobi
Others in Legends

Qui-Gon Jinn (/ˈkwaɪɡɒn/) is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. He was introduced as a Jedi Master in the prequel film The Phantom Menace (1999), and is portrayed by Liam Neeson. He appears in the series Tales of the Jedi, and is featured as a Force spirit in the animated series The Clone Wars (2008) and the live-action miniseries Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022). Qui-Gon also appears in novels, comics and video games.

In The Phantom Menace, Qui-Gon and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi are tasked with protecting Padmé Amidala, the queen of Naboo. On the planet Tatooine, they encounter a young slave named Anakin Skywalker, whom Qui-Gon believes is the "Chosen One" destined to bring balance to the Force. When Qui-Gon is fatally wounded in a lightsaber duel, he asks Obi-Wan to train Anakin. The 2005 film Revenge of the Sith reveals that Qui-Gon learned how to become a Force spirit after death, an ability which he later taught to Obi-Wan and Yoda.

Creation

George Lucas created the Star Wars franchise, and wrote and directed The Phantom Menace. He created the character Qui-Gon Jinn for the film. Although Qui-Gon is the master of Obi-Wan Kenobi and is older than him, Lucas had considered making Qui-Gon the younger Jedi. Lucas described the character as independent and "always testing the rules". He said Qui-Gon refuses to "go along with the program".

Lucas originally envisioned an American actor in the role of Qui-Gon, but ultimately cast the Northern Irish actor Liam Neeson. He described Neeson as a "master actor, who the other actors will look up to, who has got the qualities of strength that the character demands". Neeson described Qui-Gon as wise, confident, philosophical and very skilled in martial arts. He said the Jedi Master has "a magical quality that enables him to see into the future. He's not really a rebel, but he has his own code."

Qui-Gon Jinn's name is derived from the Chinese word qigong (simplified Chinese: 气功; traditional Chinese: 氣功), and the Arabic word jinn (جِنّ). Qigong is a system of breathing and exercise designed to support physical and mental health, while a jinn is a type of spirit found in Arabian mythology. "Qui-Gon Jinn" can be translated as "Guardian Spirit of the Living Force." "Jinn" also resembles the Chinese word for power, jin (勁), and the martial arts concept fa jin, which is the explosive release of internal strength or power.

Appearances

Prequel trilogy

Main article: Star Wars prequel trilogy

Qui-Gon is introduced in the first film of the prequel trilogy, The Phantom Menace (1999). He is portrayed by Liam Neeson. Qui-Gon and his Jedi apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi are sent to Naboo to resolve a conflict involving the Trade Federation, a business conglomerate that has blockaded the planet for political leverage. When the two Jedi arrive, the Federation attempts to assassinate them. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan retreat to Naboo, rescue its besieged queen, Padmé Amidala, then leave for Coruscant, the galactic capital. During the journey, they land on Tatooine to repair their ship. Qui-Gon encounters a nine-year-old slave boy named Anakin Skywalker, whose potential with the Force is the highest ever detected. The Jedi Master becomes intrigued when Anakin's mother tells him that the boy had no father. Believing that Anakin could be the "Chosen One" of Jedi prophecy destined to bring balance to the Force, Qui-Gon secures the boy's freedom and decides to bring him before the Jedi Council on Coruscant. Before leaving Tatooine, Qui-Gon duels with a mysterious warrior dressed in black.

On Coruscant, Qui-Gon asks the Council to allow Anakin to be trained as a Jedi. Master Yoda senses fear in the boy, and the Council denies the request. Undaunted, Qui-Gon vows that he will train Anakin himself. Padmé, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan return to Naboo, where they once again encounter the dark warrior, who reveals himself to be the Sith Lord Darth Maul. During a ferocious lightsaber battle, Maul mortally wounds Qui-Gon. Obi-Wan responds by killing Maul, then promises his dying master that he will train Anakin.

In the second film, Attack of the Clones (2002), Neeson provides the voice of Qui-Gon. When Anakin is slaughtering the Tusken Raiders on Tatooine, the Jedi Master's voice can be heard. Near the end of the third film, Revenge of the Sith (2005), Yoda reveals to Obi-Wan that he has been communicating with the spirit of Qui-Gon.

The Rise of Skywalker

Neeson provides the voice of Qui-Gon in The Rise of Skywalker (2019). After Rey collapses during her confrontation with the resurrected Darth Sidious, she hears the voices of various deceased Jedi, including Qui-Gon. The Jedi give her the strength to continue the battle.

Television

Qui-Gon is voiced by Neeson in the animated series The Clone Wars (2008–2014; 2020). In season three, he informs Obi-Wan and Anakin about three beings who share his belief that Anakin is the Chosen One. These beings are known as the Father (the unifying Force manifestation), the Daughter (the light side incarnation) and the Son (the dark side embodiment). In the sixth season of the series, Qui-Gon's disembodied voice instructs Yoda to learn the secret of Force immortality.

Qui-Gon returns in the 2022 miniseries Tales of the Jedi. An older version of the character is voiced by Liam Neeson, while a younger version is voiced by Neeson's son, Micheál Richardson. In the second episode, the young Qui-Gon serves as Padawan to Count Dooku, and helps to investigate a mysterious kidnapping on an impoverished planet. When Qui-Gon stops Dooku from losing his temper and killing a corrupt senator, Dooku commends him for his wisdom. In the fourth episode of the series, Jedi Master Qui-Gon and Dooku discuss the Jedi Council's refusal to believe that Darth Maul is a Sith Lord. After Qui-Gon's death, a grieving Dooku remembers how, as a boy, Qui-Gon was fascinated by the tree in the Jedi Temple.

Early in the 2022 miniseries Obi-Wan Kenobi, the titular Jedi tries unsuccessfully to reach out to Qui-Gon's Force spirit. In the final episode, Qui-Gon finally appears to Obi-Wan. Neeson reprises his role as the Jedi Master.

Novels

The 2019 novel Master and Apprentice features Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan.

Star Wars Legends

See also: Star Wars in other media

Following the acquisition of Lucasfilm by The Walt Disney Company in 2012, most of the licensed Star Wars novels and comics produced between 1977 and 2014 were rebranded as Star Wars Legends and declared non-canon to the franchise. The Legends works comprise a separate narrative universe.

Novels

Qui-Gon's life prior to The Phantom Menace is detailed in the Jedi Apprentice series. In The Rising Force, Yoda encourages the Jedi Knight to take a new Padawan learner. Qui-Gon's previous apprentice, Xanatos, had turned to the dark side of the Force. Qui-Gon observes a lightsaber tournament among a group of the Temple's older students, which includes the twelve-year-old Obi-Wan. He takes note of Obi-Wan's skills, but refuses to train him due to his uncontrolled anger. On a mission to Bandomeer, Qui-Gon again encounters Obi-Wan, who is being sent to the planet to begin life as an agricultural laborer. During the journey, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan defend a group of Arcona from the criminal organization Offworld Corporation. When they arrive on Bandomeer, Qui-Gon receives a letter from Xanatos.

In The Dark Rival, it is revealed that Xanatos is now the leader of Offworld. Qui-Gon meets his former apprentice to negotiate an agreement between Offworld and Bandomeer, but ends up dueling with Xanatos instead. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan end Offworld's business on Bandomeer, but Xanatos escapes. During the encounter with Xanatos, Qui-Gon realizes Obi-Wan's potential and accepts him as his Padawan. In The Captive Temple, Xanatos nearly assassinates Yoda, but Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan thwart his plans. When they chase Xanatos back to his homeworld in The Day of Reckoning, the fallen Jedi refuses to surrender and commits suicide.

In Legacy of the Jedi, an apprentice Qui-Gon accompanies his master Dooku on a diplomatic assignment. Their ship is infiltrated by space pirates led by the rogue Jedi Lorian Nod, a former friend of Dooku's. The two battle and Dooku is overcome by anger, but Qui-Gon prevents his master from violating the Jedi Code by committing cold-blooded murder. Years later, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan encounter Nod again and imprison him for his crimes. In Secrets of the Jedi, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan embark on a mission with the Jedi Master Adi Gallia and her Padawan Siri Tachi. Qui-Gon and Adi become separated from Obi-Wan and Siri, which leads to the discovery of romantic feelings between the two apprentices. Sensing these feelings in Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon shares the story of his relationship with Tahl, a female Jedi whose murder nearly pushed Qui-Gon to the dark side.

Cloak of Deception is set a year before The Phantom Menace. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan fight a terrorist organization called the Nebula Front, which is secretly following the orders of Darth Sidious. At the Trade Federation conference on Eriadu, the two Jedi successfully defend Chancellor Valorum but cannot prevent the Neimoidian takeover of the Federation.

Comics

In the comic series Star Wars: Republic, Qui-Gon and other Jedi fight in the Stark Hyperspace War. Qui-Gon saves the life of Nute Gunray, the future Trade Federation viceroy.

Clone Wars

The animated television series Clone Wars (2003–2005) was removed from canon in 2014 and placed in the Legends universe. Qui-Gon makes a cameo appearance in "Chapter 21". During Yoda's Force dream, Qui-Gon tells Anakin to enter a cave on Dagobah where he will see a vision of his future.

Other appearances

Qui-Gon appears in the video games Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Jedi Power Battles, Star Wars: Obi-Wan, Star Wars Episode I: Racer, multiple Lego Star Wars games, and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed via downloadable content. A bird version of Qui-Gon, called "Quail-Gon", is playable in Angry Birds Star Wars II.

Reception

In his review of The Phantom Menace, Colin Kennedy of Empire said that Neeson "manfully carrie the action on his shoulders" throughout the film. He felt that Qui-Gon's final words to Obi-Wan—"Promise me you will train the boy"—provide the film with its only emotional weight. Owen Gleiberman of Entertainment Weekly wrote that Neeson "holds The Phantom Menace together". He said that Qui-Gon is "commanding", and gives the film "its only hints of emotional dynamism". For his portrayal of Qui-Gon, Neeson was nominated for the 2000 Saturn Award for Best Actor.

See also

Notes

  1. The Phantom Menace (1999)
  2. The Phantom Menace
    Obi-Wan Kenobi
  3. The Rise of Skywalker
    Attack of the Clones
    The Clone Wars (series)
    Tales of the Jedi
    Rebels (archival audio)
  4. Lego Star Wars: The Yoda Chronicles
    Lego Star Wars: Droid Tales
    The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special
    Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
  5. Tales of the Jedi
  6. Clone Wars
  7. The Phantom Menace (video game)
    Jedi Power Battles
    Star Wars: Obi-Wan
    Galactic Battlegrounds
  8. Qui-Gon's apprentice in the Star Wars Legends narrative universe is Xanatos.
  9. Attributed to multiple references:

References

Citations

  1. Hidalgo & Sansweet 2008, p. 164.
  2. Bresman, Jonathan (1999). The Art of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. United Kingdom: Ebury. ISBN 9780091868703.
  3. Bouzereau & Duncan 1999, p. 9.
  4. "Star Wars: Episode I Production Notes". Internet Archive. 2004-10-23. Archived from the original on 2004-10-23. Retrieved 2024-06-18.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
  5. Bouzereau & Duncan 1999, p. 44.
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