George Lucas has explained why Yoda speaks backwards in 'Star Wars.' The creator of the franchise made the revelation during a 45th anniversary screening of 'The Empire Strikes Back' at the opening night of the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival.

Socrates and Aristotle? Star Wars fans might argue that these famous philosophers of days gone by hardly compare to the small, green Jedi master Yoda, who has spread his knowledge and wisdom over countless films within the franchise.

Star Wars creator George Lucas has finally answered the decades-old question of why iconic Jedi master Yoda speaks the way he does.Yoda first appeared in the 1980s film “The Empire Strikes Back” and captivated audiences with the wisdom he bestowed on protagonist Luke Skywalker.