Kylo Ren / Ben Solo

Son of Han Solo and Leia Organa — seduced to the dark side, then redeemed by love. Grandson of Darth Vader.

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Movies
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Complete Timeline

Essential = Most important appearances for understanding this character's story

Resistance

TV
34 ABY Age 29

Appears as a First Order commander.

Key Episodes
  • S2 E17-19 'Finale Arc' (Appears as First Order commander in finale episodes)
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The Force Awakens

FILM
34 ABY Age 29 Essential

Main villain — Supreme Leader's enforcer. Kills his father Han Solo.

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The Last Jedi

FILM
34 ABY Age 29 Essential

Kills Snoke, becomes Supreme Leader, shares a growing Force-bond with Rey.

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The Rise of Skywalker

FILM
35 ABY Age 30 Essential

Redeemed by Leia and Rey — sacrifices himself to save Rey, dies as Ben Solo.

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