C-3PO is one of the funniest characters across theStar Warsfranchise, mostly because he does not mean to be. His fears concerning the galaxy inform his reactions, he often comes across as annoying or even inappropriate towards other characters. Not to mention, his ability to communicate in more than six million languages means that he has even more potential to be funny and complain to others.RELATED:Star Wars: Most Villainous Droids From The FranchiseMost of C-3PO’s funniest moments featured in this article are from the original trilogy and the prequel trilogy. These cement his unintentional humor, as well as close friendships with humans and droids alike.
11"What do you mean, naked?"
This scene inThe Phantom Menaceis not only slapstick-level comedic, but speaks to the numerous times that Artoo mocks his counterpart.The Phantom Menacecontinues a complicated and comedic relationship betweenthe two droidsthat fans grew quickly accustomed to and this quote is an example of that.
In this moment, C-3PO had just woken up for the first time and had not seen what he looked like. As he did not yet have the memorable gold armor, Artoo makes a joke about his appearance. His beeping sounds like giggling, further adding to the scene as C-3PO further remarks:“My parts are showing? Oh, my goodness, oh!”
10“A pleasure to meet you. I am C-3PO, Human-Cyborg Relations.”
During the same scene, C-3PO introduces himself to Anakin and Padme for the first time, as fans get to see the droid’s origin. It is revealed that Anakin built him as a young boyas a protocol droidto help Anakin’s mother around the house and with menial tasks.
It is an incredible scene to consider when looking at the journey C-3PO ends up going on in the original trilogy and at the time, even more exciting to consider where he would end up in the prequel trilogy.
9“No, I don’t think he likes you at all.”
After C-3PO and Artoo meet Luke Skywalker for the first time inA New Hope, C-3PO utters one of the funniest lines. It is always the case that C-3POcannot resist being meanand short-tempered with Artoo, particularly when Artoo has the upper hand. However, in this instance at the start of the franchise, it is hard not to laugh.
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What adds to the scene is Artoo’s sad beeps afterward. It is just one of the reasons why someStar Warsfans find him annoying, but it does make for some memorable moments.
8“Sometimes, I just don’t understand human behavior.”
InThe Empire Strikes Back, when C-3PO informs Han Solo aboard the Millennium Falcon that a nearby asteroid may not be “entirely stable,“Solo has the witty retort:“Not entirely stable? I’m glad you’re here to tell us these things.”
C-3PO’s deep insight into everything ultimately causes other key characters to grow frustrated with him, as he often cannot read the room. This quote attests to C-3PO’s lack of understanding as to why humans react with emotion instead than logic in some situations — particularly towards him.
7“It’s against my programming to impersonate a deity.”
In a hilarious turn of events, C-3PO quickly becomes the most popular character among the locals on Endor inReturn of the Jedi, as the Ewoks begin to worship him like a God. They bow to him and chant songs much to C-3PO’s delight, as he is not used to being so well-regarded.
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Despite his inability to break protocol, the fame and glory quickly goes to C-3PO’s head, and he nearly forgets himself. As he somehow bends the rules, this is a laugh-out-loud scene that sees key characters in shock and dismay at their annoying droid quickly becoming popular.
6“I suggest a new strategy, R2. Let the Wookiee win.”
When Artoo defeats Chewbacca in a game of chess, C-3PO is quick to attempt conflict resolution. This scene encounters these characters getting to know each other inA New Hopeand learning that Chewbacca is just as, if not more, stubborn that Artoo.
Despite C-3PO wanting a droid’s feelings and emotions to be considered, he is resigned to accept that it would be in their best interests to surrender the game of chess. Despite these moments, the droids and the Wookie do become firm friends — just without chess.
5“R2-D2, you know better than to trust a strange computer.”
This is another excellent droid debate between this fantastic duo inThe Empire Strikes Backas C-3PO lectures Artoo on being too trusting. Apparently, Artoo claims he knows the hyperdrive is deactivated, because the city’s central computer told him so. In response, C-3PO gives him a relevant and important lesson in computer safety and stranger danger that should not be overlooked, making this a very funny scene.
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It becomes clear during these moments that C-3PO must accept that he needs to trust Artoo implicitly, as he always seems to save the day. Whilst trying to re-attach C-3PO’s leg, he fixes the Millennium Falcon’s hyperdrive, which allows them to escape the Imperial fleet.
4"The Great Jabba the Hutt has decreed that you are to be terminated immediately.”
Fans are always given a true sense of C-3PO’s incredible abilities as a translator, but most brilliant of all are scenes withthe iconic Jabba the Hut. His delivery of Jabba’s translated speech is very matter of fact, which makes it all the more amusing.
This is particularly the case in this scene when Han Solo yet again quips a quick reply, unafraid of the threat:“Good, I hate long waits.“C-3PO, on the other hand, is incredibly nervous to be in the presence of such a brutal space gangster.
3"What message? […] The one you’re carrying inside your rusty innards.”
From the start of the franchise inA New Hope, C-3PO is eager to please Luke, which becomes all the more apparent when Artoo is unableto uncover Princess Leia’s messagestraight away. C-3PO’s loyalty is unquestionable as he deftly whacks Artoo on the head to try and retrieve it.
As well as comical, this moment speaks to C-3PO’s attempts to try and keep Artoo on the best path before they encounter Luke. They truly are a great duo from the start.
2C-3PO: “You watch your language!”
It is hilarious to imagine Artoo swearing as the two droids yet again insist on tormenting each other in a love/hate way. This scene inA New Hopehighlights how C-3PO’s anxieties always take over as he blames Artoo for their shortcomings, but proves that Artoo always knows how to argue back — if only in angry beeps.
In pushing his buttons, Artoo always finds a way to outrage a very scared and concerned C-3PO. Although fans were unable to understand his choice words, it is funny to imagine what he could have said to irritate C-3PO so much.
