Star Wars: The Clone Wars

10 Best Episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Season 1

Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Mace Windu and other Jedi Knights lead the Grand Army of the Republic against the droid army of the Separatists.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E15

#15 - Trespass (Season 1 - Episode 15)

Arriving on the desolate ice world of Orto Plutonia, Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi investigate the disappearance of a clone security force stationed on a remote outpost. The Jedi, accompanied by Senator Riyo Chuchi and Chairman Cho of the nearby moon of Pantora, soon discover their clone troopers were attacked by a tribe of furry natives known as the Talz. Fierce beast-riding warriors, the Talz are very territorial and only want to be left alone. The Jedi manage to negotiate peace with the Talz chieftain, Thi-Sen, when greedy Chairman Cho breaks it by insisting the planet and the Talz are under his power. The resulting conflict escalates into war between the senator led clones and the Talz, with the Jedi in the middle.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 712 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E2

#14 - Rising Malevolence (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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An attack by a devastating new Separatist weapon -- the powerful starship Malevolence -- leaves Jedi Master Plo Koon and his clone troopers struggling to survive until Anakin and Ahsoka can find them.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 1281 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E11

#13 - Dooku Captured (Season 1 - Episode 11)

During their own attempt to kidnap Count Dooku, Anakin and Obi-Wan discover that the Sith Lord has already been captured by pirates. Hondo Ohnaka and his gang of pirates hold Dooku captive in their den on Florrum, and hold him for ransom. It's up to Anakin and Obi-Wan to see if the offer is too good to be true.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 746 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E4

#12 - Destroy Malevolence (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Padmé Amidala and C-3PO are taken hostage by General Grievous, leaving Anakin and Obi-Wan to save the Senator and complete the destruction of the Malevolence.

The episode was rated 7.64 from 1030 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E1

#11 - Ambush (Season 1 - Episode 1)

Jedi Master Yoda and three clone troopers -- Jek, Thire, and Rys -- must face off against Count Dooku's dreaded assassin Ventress and her massive droid army to prove the Jedi are strong enough to protect a strategic planet and forge a treaty for the Republic.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 1653 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E14

#10 - Defenders of Peace (Season 1 - Episode 14)

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The leader of the Lurmen, Tee Watt Kaa, refuses to shelter the Jedi from arriving Separatist forces, fearing that such an action would unnecessarily bring his neutral people into the war. Ahsoka, Aayla, the wounded Anakin, and the rest of the clones respect their wishes as they don't want to jeopardize the village with their presence, so they have to retreat into the wilds of the planet. Separatist Neimoidian General Lok Durd arrives to test a devastating weapon, which they plan to use on the Lurmen! Ultimately, the villagers have to decide whether they will lay down to the Separatists or fight with the Jedi to defend their village.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 699 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E7

#9 - Duel of the Droids (Season 1 - Episode 7)

Anakin, Ahsoka and replacement droid R3-S6 embark on a dual rescue/sabotage mission when they discover R2-D2 is being held at General Grievous' secret enemy listening post, Skytop Station.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 852 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E5

#8 - Rookies (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Alone on a distant outpost, clone officers Rex and Cody must inspire their rookie unit to believe in themselves to stave off a droid commando invasion.

The episode was rated 7.70 from 982 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E21

#7 - Liberty on Ryloth (Season 1 - Episode 21)

The battle for the Twi'lek homeworld of Ryloth rages as the Republic attempts to drive off the occupying droid army led by Separatist Leader, Wat Tambor. With his forces stretched thin, Mace Windu must convince Twi'lek freedom fighter, Cham Syndulla, to help him save the capital city from the droids' destruction. Initially, the Twi'lek hero is hesitant to aid Mace, but ultimately realizes the Jedi can be trusted and joins with him to liberate the city -- and ultimately the planet -- in the climactic battle.

The episode was rated 7.72 from 633 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E9

#6 - Cloak of Darkness (Season 1 - Episode 9)

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Ahsoka and Jedi Master Luminara escort the captured notorious Separatist leader Nute Gunray to Coruscant so he can stand trial for his crimes. However, they are unaware that Count Dooku has sent his assassin, Asajj Ventress, to free their captive. With the help of Senate Commandos, the Jedi have to thwart Ventress's efforts to free their prisoner, despite the traitorous plans of Senate Guard Captain Argyus.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 827 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E16

#5 - The Hidden Enemy (Season 1 - Episode 16)

Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi lead Republic forces in an attempt to defeat the droid armies and free the planet of Christophsis from the Separatist siege. When the Republic is ambushed and forced to retreat, it becomes clear that someone in their midst has set them up. The Jedi believe this infiltration is a Sith-backed operation and go behind enemy lines to investigate. Meanwhile, Captain Rex and Commander Cody set out to uncover the traitor amongst them.

The episode was rated 7.74 from 729 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E10

#4 - Lair of Grievous (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Jedi Master Kit Fisto and his former Padawan, the Mon Calamari Jedi Nahdar Vebb, track escaped prisoner Nute Gunray to a remote world. Following Nute into a mysterious den filled with strange creatures, weapons, and war-time artifacts, the Jedi discover it is the trap-laden lair of General Grievous! Learning that Count Dooku has led the Jedi there in order to punish Grievous for his recent failures, the General is determined to prove his abilities and destroy the Jedi. Kit and Nahdar, along with a contingent of clones, must now fight their way past Grievous and his caretaker droid A-4D to avoid being caught in General's evil clutches forever.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 809 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E22

#3 - Hostage Crisis (Season 1 - Episode 22)

In an attempt to force the release of the crime lord Ziro the Hutt from prison, bounty hunters seize control of the Senate Building and hold members of the Senate hostage. Cad Bane, the leader of the operation, with the help of bounty hunter Aurra Sing, issues his demands to Chancellor Palpatine who has no choice but to meet his request. Unbeknownst to the hunters, Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker is loose in the Senate Building.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 607 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E19

#2 - Storm Over Ryloth (Season 1 - Episode 19)

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Ryloth, home world of the Twi'lek people, has been subjected to military occupation by the droid army of the Separatists, and surrounded by a blockade of Trade Federation battleships. While launching a surprise attack against the blockade, Ahsoka disobeys Anakin's orders and ends up losing most of her squadron. Even though she's emotionally rocked by this failure, Anakin helps her learn to persevere, placing her in charge of another risky attack.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 657 votes.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars - S1E20

#1 - Innocents of Ryloth (Season 1 - Episode 20)

With the space blockade around Ryloth destroyed, Obi-Wan Kenobi must lead a small clone force into a droid occupied town to sabotage their anti-aircraft guns. Obi-Wan's mission is complicated when he learns the town's inhabitants are being used as living shields. A pair of clones in his platoon forges an unlikely friendship with a refugee Twi'lek girl, Numa, who's been orphaned by the war. Through their relationship with her, the clones begin to understand the real cost of the war...

The episode was rated 7.84 from 645 votes.

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