Three years into the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker find themselves at odds with each other after the Jedi Council grows suspicious of Chancellor Palpatine with whom Anakin has developed a bond. As he grows increasingly bitter towards the Jedi Council, Anakin joins the Dark Side much to the horror of Obi-Wan.placeholder image
Three years into the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker find themselves at odds with each other after the Jedi Council grows suspicious of Chancellor Palpatine with whom Anakin has developed a bond. As he grows increasingly bitter towards the Jedi Council, Anakin joins the Dark Side much to the horror of Obi-Wan.

Top 13 Ewan McGregor films according to IMDb starting with his role as Obi-Wan

By David Hepburn

Writer-at-large

Published 31st Mar 2023, 15:44 GMT
Updated 30th Jan 2024, 15:02 GMT

From the wise Jedi Master in Star Wars to the downtrodden Edinburgh-based addict in Trainspotting, here are some of Ewan McGregor’s greatest movies.

Ewan McGregor has excelled in starring roles in a variety of films, TV shows, musicals and more over his exciting career. Born on March 31, 1971, recently McGregor celebrated his 52nd birthday.

The Scottish actor, born in Perth, kicked off his career in British cinema during the mid-90s but quickly rose to worldwide fame when he bagged the role of Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel film (1999). So, what better day to reflect on this legacy as we celebrate May the 4th.

Here are 13 of his most critically acclaimed films according to IMDb reviews.

This spiritual drama follows the quest of Jesus seeking to connect with God and find affirmation in his purpose. Wandering in the desert, the holy man is challenged by Satan who must be overcome if he wants to save the souls of a nomad friend and his family.

13. Last Days in the Desert (2015)

This spiritual drama follows the quest of Jesus seeking to connect with God and find affirmation in his purpose. Wandering in the desert, the holy man is challenged by Satan who must be overcome if he wants to save the souls of a nomad friend and his family. Photo: YouTube Screenshot

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