The Phantom Menace in Pictures

The Phantom Menace is the first installment of George Lucas epic story of a young boy named Anakin Skywalker, his heroic journey towards greatness, fall from grace, and eventual redemtion at the hands of his son, Luke Skywalker.

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The two Jedi Knights above are played by (L to R) Ewan McGregor, the Jedi apprentice, and Liam Neeson, the Jedi master.

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Ewan McGregor plays Obi-Wan Kenobi, the character once portrayed by actor Sir Alec Guiness.

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Alec Guiness, pictured here in A New Hope, portrays the older and wiser Obi-Wan Kenobi.

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Jake Lloyd plays the bright young child who becomes Darth Vader.

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Liam Neeson plays the venerable Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn, teacher to Obi-Wan Kenobi and the man responsible for the recruiting of Anakin Skywalker.

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Martial arts expert Ray Park portrays evil Sith Lord Darth Maul, apprentice to Darth Sidious.

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Swedish film star Pernilla August takes the role of Shmi Skywalker, a slave on Tattoine. She is the mother of Anakin Skywalker. When she sends young Anakin with Qui-Gon Jinn, she has no idea of her sons ominous future.

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Just recently elected ruler of the Naboo, Queen Amidala, eventual wife to Anakin Skywalker and mother to twins Luke and Leia, is already faced with difficult challenges as her peaceful planet is invaded by the Trade Federation and their allies, the evil Sith Lords.

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In Episode One, a younger and healthier Yoda sits on the Jedi Council as a Senior Member.

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Watto, a Toydarian junk dealer, is the owner of Shmi and Anakin Skywalker, slaves he won from Gardulla the Hutt by betting on the very popular Podraces.

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Click here for Phantom Menace Pictures-Page Two.

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**Go to Starwars.com for some of these pictures and much much more** (most pictures can be credited to them)

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