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{{Character Infobox
| image = Finn_TFA.png
| image_size = 250px
| caption = Finn after escaping the First Order.
| name = Finn (formerly FN-2187)
| portrayed_by = [[John Boyega]]
| first_appearance = ''[[Star Wars: The Force Awakens|Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens]]''
| last_appearance = ''[[Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker]]''
| affiliation = [[First Order]] (defector), [[Resistance]]
| signature_artifacts= [[FN-2187 Stormtrooper Armor]], [[Poe Dameron's Jacket]], [[Anakin Skywalker's Lightsaber]], [[EL-16 Blaster Rifle]], [[Z6 Riot Control Baton]], [[First Order Officer Disguise]], [[Fathier]], [[Slippers (Bacta Suit)]], [[F-11D Blaster Rifle]], [[Binoculars]]
| wikipedia_link = https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finn_(Star_Wars)
| imdb_link = https://www.imdb.com/character/ch0502387/
}}

'''Finn''', formerly designated '''FN-2187''', is a primary protagonist in the ''Star Wars'' sequel trilogy. A former First Order stormtrooper who defects to join the [[Resistance]], his journey is one of finding a new identity and a cause worth fighting for. The artifacts he carries and wears often symbolize his transition from an anonymous soldier to a unique hero of the galaxy.

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==Character Overview==
Stolen from his family as a child and raised to be a stormtrooper, FN-2187's conscience is awakened during his first combat mission on Jakku. Horrified by the First Order's brutality, he deserts and helps the captured Resistance pilot [[Poe Dameron]] escape. Crashing on Jakku, he encounters the scavenger [[Rey]] and is drawn into the fight against his former masters. Over the course of the trilogy, he becomes a committed leader in the Resistance and discovers he is Force-sensitive.

==Film & Television Appearances==

=== ''[[Star Wars: The Force Awakens|Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens]]'' (2015) ===
After his desertion, FN-2187 is given the name "Finn" by Poe Dameron. He initially lies to Rey, claiming to be a member of the Resistance, but soon finds himself genuinely fighting for her and their cause. He helps Rey escape Jakku on the ''Millennium Falcon'' and is present when she discovers Anakin Skywalker's lightsaber. In the film's climax, he attempts to defend an unconscious Rey by fighting [[Kylo Ren]] with the lightsaber, but is severely wounded and left in a coma.

=== ''[[Star Wars: The Last Jedi|Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi]]'' (2017) ===
Finn awakens from his coma and initially tries to flee the Resistance to protect Rey. He is stopped by mechanic Rose Tico, and together they embark on a secret mission to the casino city of Canto Bight to find a master codebreaker. Though their mission ultimately fails, Finn's journey solidifies his commitment to the Resistance. On Crait, he attempts a suicidal run on the First Order's siege cannon, but is saved by Rose, learning that victory is achieved by "saving what we love, not fighting what we hate."<ref name="tlj_wiki_finn">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars:_The_Last_Jedi "Star Wars: The Last Jedi"]. Wikipedia. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>

=== ''[[Star Wars Resistance]]'' (2018-2020) ===
Finn appears in several episodes of the animated series, which runs concurrently with the sequel trilogy. He is seen contacting the Resistance operatives on the Colossus station and providing them with intelligence about the First Order.

=== ''[[Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker]]'' (2019) ===
Now a General in the Resistance, Finn works closely with Poe Dameron. Throughout the film, he attempts to tell Rey something important about his identity, later confirmed by the director to be his Force-sensitivity.<ref name="finn_force_sensitive">[https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/12/21/star-wars-jj-abrams-confirms-what-finn-wanted-to-tell-rey-in-the-rise-of-skywalker "J.J. Abrams Confirms What Finn Wanted to Tell Rey"]. IGN. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref> He helps lead the ground assault on Exegol, riding Orbaks across the hull of a Sith Star Destroyer, and celebrates the final victory with his friends.

==Signature Artifacts==

=== [[FN-2187 Stormtrooper Armor]] ===
* '''Description:''' Standard First Order stormtrooper armor, distinguished by a bloody handprint smeared across the helmet by a dying comrade during the Jakku village massacre.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This artifact is the symbol of Finn's awakening conscience. The bloody handprint is a visceral mark of the horror that shocks him out of his conditioning and forces him to question his identity as a stormtrooper.<ref name="tfa_visual_dictionary_finn">Pablo Hidalgo, ''Star Wars: The Force Awakens: The Visual Dictionary'', DK Publishing, 2015.</ref>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The armor is what allows him to initially blend in and later escape. The helmet, which he removes, is the first time we see his face, distinguishing him as an individual in a sea of anonymous soldiers.

=== [[Poe Dameron's Jacket]] ===
* '''Description:''' A brown leather jacket with red and silver details, belonging to Resistance pilot Poe Dameron.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This jacket is the first artifact that gives Finn a new identity. By putting it on, he literally wears the persona of a Resistance hero. It's a symbol of his friendship with Poe and his first step toward becoming the person he pretends to be.<ref name="poe_jacket_story">[https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2482322/the-story-behind-poe-damerons-jacket-in-star-wars-and-how-it-connects-to-leia "The Story Behind Poe Dameron's Jacket"]. CinemaBlend. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' Rey initially mistakes Finn for a member of the Resistance because he is wearing the jacket. This misunderstanding is what brings them together and sets them on their shared path.

=== [[Anakin Skywalker's Lightsaber]] ===
* '''Description:''' The iconic blue-bladed lightsaber built by Anakin Skywalker.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' Wielding this legendary weapon, even briefly, is a major step in Finn's journey. It shows his immense courage and his willingness to stand up to the dark side to protect his friends, even when hopelessly outmatched. It also serves as the first major hint of his Force-sensitivity.<ref name="finn_wields_saber">[https://screenrant.com/star-wars-force-awakens-finn-lightsaber-explained/ "Why Finn Was Able to Use a Lightsaber in The Force Awakens"]. ScreenRant. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' Finn uses the lightsaber to fight stormtroopers on Takodana and then in a desperate duel against Kylo Ren on Starkiller Base. His fight buys Rey precious time to recover and embrace her own power.

=== [[EL-16 Blaster Rifle]] ===
* '''Description:''' A standard-issue blaster rifle used by the Resistance.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This is the first non-Imperial weapon Finn uses. By picking up and using a Resistance blaster, he makes a conscious choice to fight against his former masters, solidifying his defection.
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' Finn uses this rifle throughout his time with the Resistance, marking him as a soldier for their cause.

=== [[Z6 Riot Control Baton]] ===
* '''Description:''' A non-lethal melee weapon used by First Order riot control stormtroopers, capable of blocking a lightsaber blade.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' The baton is used against Finn by his former comrade, FN-2199 (nicknamed "TR-8R" by fans). The confrontation forces Finn to face his past directly and fight against the very symbol of conformity he just escaped.<ref name="tr8r_story">[https://www.starwars.com/news/meet-fn-2199-a-k-a-tr-8r-the-stormtrooper-behind-the-meme "Meet FN-2199, a.k.a. TR-8R"]. StarWars.com. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The duel between Finn with a lightsaber and FN-2199 with his baton is a memorable action sequence that highlights the power and versatility of different weapon artifacts in the galaxy.

=== [[First Order Officer Disguise]] ===
* '''Description:''' The black uniform of a First Order officer, which Finn and Rose Tico use as a disguise to infiltrate the ''Supremacy''.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This disguise shows Finn's growth. He is no longer just running from the First Order but is now actively using its symbols and protocols against it. It demonstrates his courage and his willingness to go back into the belly of the beast.
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The disguise allows Finn and Rose to move through Snoke's flagship, leading them to their confrontation with Captain Phasma.

=== [[Fathier]] ===
* '''Description:''' A large, horse-like racing animal native to Canto Bight.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' The Fathier represents the oppressed and abused, much like Finn was as a stormtrooper. By freeing the Fathiers, Finn is symbolically freeing himself and others from servitude. It's a moment of pure, chaotic joy and rebellion.<ref name="tlj_visual_dictionary_finn">Pablo Hidalgo, ''Star Wars: The Last Jedi: The Visual Dictionary'', DK Publishing, 2017.</ref>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The stampede of Fathiers through the Canto Bight casino is the centerpiece of their escape, a destructive and liberating sequence that allows them to flee the planet.

=== [[Slippers (Bacta Suit)]] ===
* '''Description:''' The simple, disposable slippers Finn wears with his leaking bacta suit after awakening from his coma.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' These slippers are a symbol of Finn's vulnerability and his single-minded focus. He doesn't even stop to put on proper boots; his only thought is getting to Rey. It's a small, humorous detail that highlights his desperation and his devotion.<ref name="tlj_visual_dictionary_finn"/>
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The slippers and leaking suit provide a running gag throughout the first act of ''The Last Jedi'', adding a touch of humor to the tense situation aboard the Resistance cruiser.

=== [[F-11D Blaster Rifle]] ===
* '''Description:''' The standard-issue blaster rifle of the First Order stormtroopers.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This is the weapon Finn was trained to use his entire life. His initial refusal to use it to kill villagers on Jakku is his first act of defiance. When he later uses one against his former comrades, it symbolizes his complete break from his past.
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The F-11D is the ubiquitous weapon of the enemy forces, a constant presence in every battle scene.

=== [[Binoculars]] ===
* '''Description:''' A pair of quadnoculars that Finn uses on the salt flats of Crait.
* '''Relevance to Character:''' This artifact shows Finn's development into a strategist and leader. He is no longer just a foot soldier but is now observing the battlefield, assessing the enemy, and helping to formulate a plan.
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' Through these binoculars, Finn is the first to see the First Order's massive siege cannon, identifying the primary threat that becomes the focus of the Battle of Crait.

==Behind the Scenes==
John Boyega, a relatively unknown actor at the time, was cast as Finn. J.J. Abrams and the casting team were impressed by his charisma, humor, and the depth he brought to the character of a conscience-stricken soldier.<ref name="boyega_casting">[https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/18/10332886/star-wars-the-force-awakens-casting-stories-jj-abrams "How J.J. Abrams and the cast of Star Wars: The Force Awakens are building a new galaxy"]. The Verge. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref> The character's journey was one of the most secretive elements of the film's production.<ref name="boyega_secret">[https://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/john-boyega "John Boyega"]. Interview Magazine. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>

==Trivia==
* Finn's stormtrooper designation, FN-2187, is a direct reference to the cell number where Princess Leia was held in ''A New Hope'' (Cell 2187), which itself was a reference to Arthur Lipsett's experimental short film, ''21-87''.<ref name="2187_reference">[https://www.slashfilm.com/507484/the-star-wars-21-87-mystery-deepens/ "The Star Wars '21-87' Mystery Deepens"]. /Film. Accessed July 12, 2025.</ref>

==See Also==
* [[Rey]]
* [[Poe Dameron]]
* [[John Boyega]]
* [[First Order]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]
[[Category:Characters in Star Wars]]
[[Category:Resistance]]
[[Category:First Order Defectors]]

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