This is my first time watching any Star Wars content. From what I understand and remember I should be watching it in chronological order and I should only watch I-VI since from what I heard that those are the only ones that are actually worth a watch.

Main question

For the original trilogy I’ve decided to watch the 4K77, 4k80, and 4k83 v1.0 no DNR but I want to know what is the the definitive way to watch the prequels so I wanted to ask which Blu-ray release or fan edit or any release should I look for?

Sorry if I’m asking the wrong community, but I saw a post before in a Star Wars community and it doesn’t look like there was much discussion on it.

  • Nyarlathotep@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Watch the original Star Wars, then The Empire Strikes Back, then Return of the Jedi. The versions you found are good.

    Here’s the important bit, turn off Jedi as soon as you see a fat fuzzy walking teddy bear creature. The introduction of the Ewoks is when Star Wars dies.

  • Stretch@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Watch the L8Wrtr edits of the prequel trilogy, then the Despecialized versions of the OG trilogy. Some say to watch in release order. I don’t think it matters as much as watching the content as it was originally created, and without the stupid fluff in the prequel trilogy.

  • HakunaHafada@lemm.eeEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Watch the odd-numbered ones first, then the evens.

    All jokes aside: my preference is the release order, though the Machete order seems like it would be a good plan (feel free to include Rogue One, it is superb in my book).

  • Draconic NEO@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    3 days ago

    I think that 4K77, 4K80, and 4K83 are the best way of watching the original trilogy. As for the order I think that’s really up to you if you prefer the release order, or chronological order, or something else.

  • IngeniousRocks (They/She) @lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    4 days ago

    While I don’t recommend it for a first watch, I have access to a copy of the fulcrum cut, a super-cut of the last three episodes of Clone Wars and Revenge of the Sith.

    You can DM me if you want it

  • I Cast Fist@programming.devEnglish
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    4 days ago

    Go for release order. People (including me) can complain about episode 1 all they want, I think it’s better to get a good grasp of “what was intended” first before understanding the whole fan recommendations

  • Lka1988@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    4 days ago
    1. Don’t listen to anything the fans have to say. It’s well-known that the worst thing about SW is the fans. Especially their opinions.
    2. I suggest watching them in release order, including the sequels. That’s how the rest of the world experienced it.
    3. I didn’t hate the OT remasters. I actually liked the continuity with the prequels. CGI is about what you can expect from a 2000s remaster of a 1970s-era movie.
    4. I liked the prequels, I grew up with them. Jar Jar is funny. #1 is a bit more slow-paced and deals with politics more than action, but it’s enjoyable (and quite relatable at the moment).
    5. Disregard anything the fans have to say. The worst thing about Star Wars is the fans.
    6. Fan theories are an absolute waste of time, and if you go down that rabbit hole, you’ll get more hate than you’ve ever experienced before. SW fans suck.
    Some things to keep in mind (spoilers):
    1. “Somehow, Palpatine returned” is actually how it goes down. The memes are accurate. Seriously, it really is that stupid. It’s a trainwreck. But you should enjoy the trainwreck anyway, because it’s fun.
    2. Kylo Ren is the perfect embodiment of a nepo-baby. Approach his character that way. He’s supposed to be a whiny piece of shit who let the power get to his head. He’s supposed to be annoying.
    3. Snoke is a throwaway character. Don’t think too hard about it.
    4. At some point in the sequels, you will notice the “and then they fucked” tension.
  • root@aussie.zoneEnglish
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    4 days ago

    Another vote for Machete order. Simply put, it is a good way to watch the original trilogy, experience the story plot in episode 5 and get the back story in the subsequent trilogy.

    Watching it in episode order for new viewers will mean they will experience episode 5 very differently.

  • Muad'dib@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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    4 days ago

    Rogue One, A New Hope, The Blackened Mantle, Return of the Jedi, The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and you’re done.