Rey

A scavenger from Jakku who discovers she is Force-sensitive — and eventually learns she is the granddaughter of Emperor Palpatine.

Appearances

Movies

Complete Timeline

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

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34 ABY Age 19 Essential

Main character — finds BB-8, discovers her Force abilities, loses Han, faces Kylo Ren.

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34 ABY Age 19 Essential

Seeks training from Luke, forms a Force-bond with Kylo Ren, refuses to join him.

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35 ABY Age 20 Essential

Discovers she is Palpatine's granddaughter. Defeats him with the power of all Jedi. Takes the Skywalker name.

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