C-3PO | |
Portrayed By: | Anthony Daniels (most media) |
First Appearance: | Star Wars |
C-3PO is a humanoid robot character from the Star Wars universe who appears in the original Star Wars films, the prequel trilogy and the upcoming sequel trilogy. He was also a major character in the ABC television show Droids, and appears frequently in the series' "Expanded Universe" of novels, comic books, and video games. Along with R2-D2, he is one of only two characters to appear in all seven Star Wars films. C-3PO is played by Anthony Daniels in all seven films; C-3PO is the only character portrayed by the same actor in all seven films.
C-3PO is a protocol droid designed to serve human beings, and boasts that he is fluent in "over six million forms of communication". He is generally seen with his long-time counterpart, R2-D2. Threepio's main function is to assist etiquette, customs, and translation, so that meetings of different cultures run smoothly. Threepio and R2-D2 played vital and pivotal roles in the Galaxy's history. While protocol/interpreter droids range in color, C-3PO appears primarily in gold finish with silver from the right knee down.
Star Wars |
Films |
Saga:
Star Wars •
The Empire Strikes Back •
Return of the Jedi •
The Phantom Menace •
Attack of the Clones •
Revenge of the Sith •
The Force Awakens •
The Last Jedi •
The Rise of Skywalker • |
Characters |
Darth Vader • Luke Skywalker • Princess Leia • Han Solo • Obi-Wan Kenobi • C-3PO • R2-D2 • Chewbacca • Wedge Antilles • Boba Fett • Greedo • Jabba the Hutt • Jawas • Tusken Raiders • Stormtrooper • Grand Moff Tarkin |