David Corenswet, known for his role as Superman, revealed an unconventional way to watch the Star Wars movies during his appearance on Brittany Broski’s podcast Royal Court on July 14. The 32-year-old actor, who is a devoted Star Wars fan, shared a recommended viewing order that differs from the traditional release or chronological sequences, aiming to enhance the storytelling experience.
A New Star Wars Order to Preserve Key Plot Twists
Many fans debate whether the Star Wars saga is best enjoyed by release date or in chronological order, but Corenswet offers an alternative. He suggests starting with Episodes IV and V to introduce new viewers to the series and maintain the impact of one of its most famous plot twists.
If you’re going to introduce new people to them, you should watch them IV, V, I, II, III, VI,
Corenswet explained.
You preserve the twist of — spoiler alert — Darth Vader is his father … then you watch I through III as a flashback, essentially. Then VI is, it’s not as strong as IV and V as a film, but it’s a great culmination to the whole thing. It brings it all together. The stakes are bigger if you’ve seen I through III. It feels more like a saga.
—David Corenswet, Actor
The Impact of This Viewing Strategy
By watching the original trilogy first and then the prequels as flashbacks, viewers experience the storyline in a way that preserves major surprises while adding depth to the saga’s overarching narrative. This method also allows Episode VI to serve as a final, comprehensive chapter that ties all story elements together, heightening the emotional and thematic weight of the series.
Corenswet’s perspective offers a fresh take on how to enjoy the Star Wars saga, especially for newcomers looking to experience the story’s twists and character development with maximum effect. His insight was shared alongside reflections on advice he received from previous Superman actors during his Royal Court interview.
