Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

Hi, what are you looking for?

Star Wars Rey and Kilo Ren - Best Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Fight Scenes
Lucasfilm

Star Wars

The 7 Best Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Fight Scenes, Ranked

May the Force Be With You as we count down the 7 Most Epic Fight Scenes from the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy.

The Star Wars sequel trilogy fight scenes consisted of three movies, The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker. These movies were all released between 2015 and 2019 and featured epic battles between the heroes of the Resistance and the villains of the First Order. Here are the seven best sequel trilogy fight scenes.

7. Rey and Kylo Ren vs. Emperor Palpatine (The Rise of Skywalker)

Best Sequel Trilogy Fight Scenes - Rey and Kylo Ren vs. Emperor Palpatine
Lucasfilm

The final battle in The Rise of Skywalker is between Rey, Kylo Ren, and Emperor Palpatine. The use of Force lightning and the Sith temple in the background adds a lot of visual interest to the scene, and the culmination of the two characters’ arcs is satisfying.

6. Rey vs. Kylo Ren (The Rise of Skywalker)

Rey vs. Kylo Ren - The Rise of Skywalker
Lucasfilm

The fight scene between Rey and Kylo Ren in The Last Jedi takes place in Snoke’s throne room and is the climax of the movie. The use of the Force by both characters is impressive, and the final shot of the two characters splitting Snoke’s lightsaber in half is visually stunning.

5. Finn vs. Captain Phasma (The Last Jedi)

Star Wars Finn vs. Captain Phasma
Lucasfilm

The fight scene between Finn, Rose, and Captain Phasma in The Last Jedi takes place on the salt planet of Crait. The use of the environment, including the red salt, adds a lot of visual interest to the scene, and the fight itself is well-choreographed.

4. Rey vs. Kylo Ren (The Rise of Skywalker)

The fight scene between Rey and Kylo Ren in The Force Awakens is the first time we see these two characters face off, and it does not disappoint. The snowy forest setting adds a lot of visual interest to the scene, and the use of the Force by both characters is impressive.

3. Finn vs. Captain Phasma (The Last Jedi)

The fight scene between Finn and Captain Phasma in The Last Jedi is short but sweet. Finn finally gets his revenge on the captain who forced him to join the First Order, and the fight takes place on a burning ship, which adds a lot of visual interest to the scene.

2. Luke Skywalker vs Kylo Ren (The Last Jedi)

The opening scene of The Force Awakens features Finn and Poe Dameron fighting off Tie Fighters in a thrilling dogfight. The special effects are top-notch, and the tension is high as the two heroes try to outmaneuver their enemies.

1. Rey and Kylo Ren vs. Praetorian Guards (The Last Jedi)

The fight scene between Rey, Kylo Ren, and the Praetorian Guards in The Last Jedi is arguably the best fight scene of the entire sequel trilogy. The choreography is fantastic, and the use of different weapons and fighting styles adds a lot of variety to the scene. The fight takes place in Snoke’s throne room, and the red backdrop adds a lot of visual interest to the scene.

Conclusion: Best Sequel Trilogy Fight Scenes

The Star Wars sequel trilogy may not have been perfect, but it definitely had its fair share of epic fight scenes. From lightsaber duels to dogfights in space, these seven fight scenes are the best of the best and will go down in Star Wars history.

Sign up for the Good Nerdy Morning Newsletter

Weekly digest and news from the communities you love and more.
By submitting your information you agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Good Nerdy Morning .

Weekly NEWSLETTER

Join Nerdspin for weekly entertainment news and all things nerdy.

By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

You May Also Like

List

A blue tie-dye bikini reignited the comparison everyone loves to argue about. So let's actually settle it. Sydney Sweeney vs. Marilyn Monroe

List

From Chaos Magic to Divine Creation, These Are the Strongest Heroines in Comics for DC and Marvel Have Ever Put to Page.

Guides

From a football bad boy to a tennis legend to Eddie Murphy getting his flowers, Netflix is finishing May in style.

The Nerd Alert Podcast

Darth Maul: Shadow Lord full season breakdown + finale spoilers - The Nerd Alert Podcast with Jason & Laura.

Star Wars

Dave Filoni's live-action saga is making fans wait nearly four years for more Ahsoka Tano.

Star Wars

The dark side of the Force has never been more captivating - explore the Top 10 Most Iconic Star Wars villains.

List

From princesses to powerhouses, discover Anne Hathaway's most unforgettable roles that defined her career.

Guides

From Broadway to Seoul to 1970s Harlem, Netflix's biggest week of the spring has something for everyone.

List

Hollywood's Greatest Snubs: The Legends Who Never Won an Oscar.

List

From latex bodysuits to battle armor, these are the most stunning women to ever suit up on the big and small screen.

WWE

WWE 2K26 NXT Women's Overall Ratings Ranked: Jordynne Grace, Jacy Jayne, Blake Monroe, and More.

WWE

Bianca Belair tops the SmackDown women's board with a dominant 94 in WWE 2K26.

Copyright © 2023-2026 Nerdspin, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Nerdspin may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website.

Disclaimer: All rights reserved for writing and editorial content. No rights or credit claimed for any images featured on nerdspin.com unless stated. If you own rights to any of the images because YOU ARE THE PHOTOGRAPHER and do not wish them to appear here, please contact us nerdspin.com(@)gmail.com and they will be promptly removed. If you are a representative of the photographer, provide signed documentation in your query that you are acting on that individual's legal copyright holder status.