Obi-Wan Kenobi’s presence in the Star Wars prequel trilogy brought gravitas, wit, and some of the most unforgettable moments to the saga. Here are the ten best moments featuring the venerable Jedi Master.

1. Duel of the Fates (The Phantom Menace) – Among the most iconic lightsaber battles in Star Wars history, Obi-Wan’s fight alongside Qui-Gon Jinn against Darth Maul is visually stunning and emotionally compelling, especially after Obi-Wan’s leap from the pit to defeat Maul following Qui-Gon’s death.

2. Becoming Anakin’s Master (The Phantom Menace) – After Qui-Gon’s passing, Obi-Wan promises to honor his wish and train Anakin Skywalker, setting a crucial foundation for their dynamic and the overarching narrative of the series.

3. Kamino Discovery (Attack of the Clones) – Obi-Wan’s detective work leads him to Kamino, where he discovers the creation of the clone army. This pivotal scene sets into motion events that are integral to the Clone Wars and is a testament to Kenobi’s investigative skills.

4. Duel With Jango Fett (Attack of the Clones) – The intense hand-to-hand and blaster versus lightsaber clash between Obi-Wan and Jango Fett on Kamino showcases Kenobi’s adaptability in combat beyond his mastery of the Force.

5. Captivity with Dooku (Attack of the Clones) – His frank discussion with Count Dooku while held captive offers audiences deeper insight into Dooku’s perspective on the Republic and foreshadows Anakin’s path to becoming Darth Vader.

6. Battle of Geonosis (Attack of the Clones) – As a leader in one of the prequel trilogy’s most sprawling battles, Obi-Wan’s bravery and command over his troops shines through as he fights waves of battle droids and aids in rescuing Anakin and Padmé.

7. The Chase Through Coruscant (Attack of the Clones) – A memorable sequence featuring Kenobi navigating an aerial chase through the dizzying skyscrapers of Coruscant while pursuing an assassin showcases his piloting skills and determination.

8. General Kenobi in The Clone Wars (Revenge of the Sith) – His leadership during The Clone Wars earns Obi-Wan a promotion to General. In combat situations throughout this period, he is shown as both powerful force-opponent as well as a respectful leader who cares deeply for his troops.

9. Duel With Grievous (Revenge of the Sith – This duel demonstrates Kenobi’s quick thinking as he takes on General Grievous on Utapau — ultimately using Grievous’ own blaster to defeat him, quipping “So uncivilized,” in a nod to his traditionalist views on warfare.

10. Confronting Anakin (Revenge of the Sith) – Perhaps his most heart-wrenching moment from the prequels is the climactic battle between master and apprentice on Mustafar, culminating in an emotional exchange that stands as one of cinema’s most dramatic betrayals.

Each moment underscores different facets of Obi-Wan Kenobi’s character: his loyalty, combat prowess, wisdom, and deep sorrow at witnessing Anakin’s fall—a journey that has left an indelible mark on Star Wars lore.