20 Most Ridiculous Moments In Star Wars

10. Ewoks Defeat The Stormtroopers (Return Of The Jedi)

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The Moment: Just when it seems like the rebels' goose is cooked, the Ewoks show up on Endor to help take down the Stormtroopers.

Why It's So Ridiculous: The idea of the Empire essentially being defeated by cuddly teddy bears has always been one of the most-criticised plot points of Return of the Jedi, because it saw George Lucas transparently trying to sell toys and lunchboxes rather than tell a coherent story.

Yes, the Ewoks are much more savage than they first appear, but it's still hard not to laugh and roll your eyes at the Empire's forces getting so thoroughly schooled by some tiny, furry critters.

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