10 More Best Times Star Wars Appeared In Other Movies
Imperial ringtones, comedy Force spirits, and other great times Star Wars appeared in other films.
In the decades that have followed George Lucas' first adventure set in a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars has become one of the most popular and influential franchises of all time.
So, influential, of course, that many a movie has gone out of its way to salute this universe of space wizards and evil Galactic Empires over the years.
Now, this isn't always a good thing, and sometimes leads to a fair bit of eye-rolling as certain films try to squeeze a few gags out of everything from the mystical Force to the intimidating Death Star. But there have also been those occasions when a movie's tribute to this much-loved franchise has hit all the right notes, feeling respectful, genuinely comical, and actually enhancing the overall experience.
So, after already looking at 10 brilliant times Star Wars popped up in everything from iconic comedies to legendary action movies, this list is about to take you on a ride which will include everything from quite familiar ringtones and languages, to the use of a Jedi mind trick in an R-rated puppet comedy...
10. The Imperial March Ringtone - Ted
Unquestionably one of the most recognisable pieces of music in movie history, John Williams' The Imperial March has become synonymous with all things evil.
This is precisely what makes the use of it during 2012's Seth MacFarlane-directed/starring comedy Ted so damn hilarious.
With John Bennett (Mark Wahlberg) searching for his phone in his car alongside his girlfriend, Lori Collins (Mila Kunis), this dude with a teddy bear best mate asks her to ring it for him.
You can see where this is going.
Right on cue, the song often found accompanying Darth Vader rings around the vehicle, provoking Lori to question if this was her ringtone on his phone and actually ask where it's from.
Without missing a beat, and sensing he could likely be in a bit of trouble if he explained the truth, John comically puts out this fire by telling her it's just a tune from The Notebook.
We must have missed the part where Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine went for a romantic boat ride to the sound of this thunderous banger.