Solo: A Star Wars Story - 52 Easter Eggs & References Explained

49. The Imperial March

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When Han and Qi'ra flee to the spaceport and the two are separated from one another, Han finds himself quickly joining the Imperial Academy, because why not?

However, if you're really paying attention, you might've noticed a holographic commercial for the Imperial Army which makes stirring use of the iconic Imperial March. It's such a great piece of music you can almost see why people would sign up. Almost.

Considering the song wouldn't have really fit anywhere else in the movie, this was a cute, subdued way to get it in there without bashing fans over the head with the fan-service.

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