5. Season 5, episode 20 – “The Wrong Jedi”
Sliding into the fifth spot is the absolute rollercoaster of emotions that is “The Wrong Jedi”. One of the reasons this episode stands out so much is because of the sheer emotional weight it casually drops on the viewer as if it were nothing.
As the finale of the fifth season, it had a lot riding on its shoulders, and it delivered just the right amount of season finale drama we wanted. “The Wrong Jedi” is full of tension, character development, and narrative payoff.
Ahsoka Tano’s trial and subsequent decision at the end of the episode reshaped the entire trajectory of her character and added layers of complexity to her relationship with Anakin. It’s also the reason she is not a Jedi to this day. This wasn’t just a regular episode – it was a defining moment in the series, laying the groundwork for the greater Star Wars universe and sowing seeds for character arcs in later stories, notably in Disney+’s newest show, Ahsoka.
So, with all its brilliance, why does “The Wrong Jedi” settle at the number five spot? The answer lies in the richness of The Clone Wars as a whole. The series is rife with episodes that are beautifully crafted, pulling at heartstrings, challenging moral perspectives, and delivering epic galactic showdowns.
While “The Wrong Jedi” is undeniably phenomenal, the top four episodes on our list either pushed the envelope a tad bit more or had that extra sprinkle of Star Wars magic that left more of a mark. But make no mistake – this episode is just as important as the rest of the list, and it’s very relevant to the lore as it stands now.