R2-D2
Astromech droid who bravely fought and accompanied on numerous adventures
Astromech droid for space use appearing in the Star Wars series. Equipped with various functions, it has been active as a companion on many adventures. It is also the best friend of C-3PO.
Quotes
- Beep, beep! (Electronic sounds only)
- (Plays Princess Leia's message hologram)
- Possesses memory capabilities beyond personal computers.
- R2-D2 walks!
- Joy dance swaying left and right
Trivia
- The name R2-D2 originates from a film technician in the movie American Graffiti.
- In the sequel trilogy, performed using radio-controlled models and CG.
- Sounds are a fusion of synthesizer and baby voice imitation.
- Lucas drew inspiration from Akira Kurosawa's film The Hidden Fortress.
- Cameo appearance in Steven Spielberg films, a friend of George Lucas.
- The Star Wars character with the most related merchandise sold.
Alternate names
Artoo
R2
Artoo-Detoo
Profile
- Species
- Astromech droid
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Overall height just over 1 meter, diameter about 30 cm. Mechanical body with a cylindrical body and three legs. Mainly blue and white coloring.
- Height
- Just over 1 meter
- Distinguishing features
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- Cylindrical body
- Three-legged tracked movement
- Blue and white coloring
- Iconic items
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- Manipulator arm
- Holoprojector
- Fire extinguisher
- Stun gun
- Jet booster
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Loyalty
- Detailed personality
- Cannot speak words but expresses emotions with rich electronic sounds, polite and deeply loyal. Brave and quick-witted, possesses the action power to save the master in a pinch. Also shows a sarcastic or temperamental side at times.
- Keywords
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- Loyal
- Brave
- Quick-witted
- Emotionally expressive
- Friendly
- Patient
- Polite
- Stubborn
- Motto
- Do one's best for the master
- Talents
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- Advanced memory capabilities
- Complex code deciphering
- Hologram transmission and reception
- Electronic machinery repair
- Space navigation
- Skills
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- Machine operation
- Software navigation
- Combat support
- Hacking
- Electronic sound communication
- Motivation
- Support for ensuring the safety of the master and companions and achieving their goals
- Habits
- Sways its body left and right when happy. Emits sharp electronic sounds when enemies approach. Sometimes mistakenly plugs into the wrong power socket and overheats.
History
- Backstory
- Manufactured as an astromech droid equipped for the Naboo royal starship. Responsible for operating and repairing various starships and machinery, accompanying on numerous adventures. Became owned by Padmé Amidala, later supported Anakin Skywalker's battles. After many battles, became Luke Skywalker's partner, accomplishing together numerous missions to save the galaxy. In the sequel trilogy, while in long-term sleep mode, continued to fulfill the role of transmitting important map data.
- Debut date
- May 25, 1977
- Work title
- Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
- Media type
- Movie
- Episode or chapter
- Episode 4
Mission at Naboo Royal House
- Significant event
- Mission at Naboo Royal House
- Description
- Responsible for operating and repairing advanced electronic equipment on the Naboo royal dedicated ship.
Accompaniment with Padmé Amidala
- Significant event
- Accompaniment with Padmé Amidala
- Description
- Became Padmé's personal possession and supported her during political crises.
Combat support in the Clone Wars
- Significant event
- Combat support in the Clone Wars
- Description
- Mounted on Anakin Skywalker's Jedi starfighter, supported the battlefield.
Adventures with Luke Skywalker
- Significant event
- Adventures with Luke Skywalker
- Description
- Drifted to Tatooine on an important mission to deliver Leia's message, and engaged in numerous adventures with Luke and others.
Activities after The Force Awakens
- Significant event
- Activities after The Force Awakens
- Description
- After long-term sleep mode, provided important map data to the Resistance and supported Leia and Luke.
Relationships
C-3PO
Best friend
Long-time best friend, also serves as an interpreter. Overcame numerous missions together.
ルーク・スカイウォーカー
Master
From the mission to deliver Leia's message in A New Hope, traveled together and built a relationship of trust.
パドメ・アミダラ
Owner
Personally owned from the Naboo Royal House and accompanied during political crises.
アナキン・スカイウォーカー
Partner
Closely collaborated on the battlefield during the Clone Wars, providing combat support.
Rebel Alliance
Rebel Alliance: unknown
Galactic Republic
Galactic Republic: unknown
Naboo Royal House
Naboo Royal House: unknown
Media appearances
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Movie / Supporting
1977 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Movie / Supporting
1980 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
Movie / Supporting
1983 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Movie / Supporting
1999 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Movie / Supporting
2002 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Movie / Supporting
2005 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens
Movie / Supporting
2015 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi
Movie / Supporting
2017 theatrical release
Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker
Movie / Supporting
2019 theatrical release
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Anime / Supporting
2008 broadcast start
Star Wars Rebels
Anime / Supporting
2014 broadcast start
Star Wars Resistance
Anime / Supporting
2018 broadcast start
Star Wars Battlefront II
Game / Supporting
2017 release
Voice cast and creators
unknown
- Voice actor
- unknown
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Theatrical and TV anime versions
unknown
- Voice actor
- unknown
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Theatrical and TV anime versions
George Lucas
- Creator name
- George Lucas
- Role
- Original author
Ralph McQuarrie
- Creator name
- Ralph McQuarrie
- Role
- Character designer
ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)
- Creator name
- ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)
- Role
- Animation studio
Lucasfilm
- Creator name
- Lucasfilm
- Role
- Publisher
Disney
- Creator name
- Disney
- Role
- Licensee
Related goods
R2-D2 Figure
- Item name
- R2-D2 Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
R2-D2 Plush Toy
- Item name
- R2-D2 Plush Toy
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Regular
R2-D2 Stationery Set
- Item name
- R2-D2 Stationery Set
- Category
- Stationery
- Availability
- Regular