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-->{{Character Infobox|image=Lando_Calrissian_ESB.png|image_size=250px|caption=Lando Calrissian as Baron Administrator of Cloud City.|name=Lando Calrissian|portrayed_by=[[Billy Dee Williams]]<br>[[Donald Glover]] (in ''Solo'')|first_appearance=''[[Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back|Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back]]''|last_appearance=''[[Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker]]''|affiliation=Scoundrel, [[Cloud City]], [[Rebel Alliance]], New Republic|signature_artifacts=[[Administrator's Cape]], [[Millennium Falcon (Original Configuration)]], [[Lando's Blaster Pistol]] | --> | ||
{{Character Infobox | |||
| image = Lando_Calrissian_ESB.png | |||
| image_size = 250px | |||
| caption = Lando Calrissian as Baron Administrator of Cloud City. | |||
| name = Lando Calrissian | |||
| portrayed_by = [[Billy Dee Williams]]<br>[[Donald Glover]] (in ''Solo'') | |||
| first_appearance = ''[[Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back|Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back]]'' | |||
| last_appearance = ''[[Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker]]'' | |||
| affiliation = Scoundrel, [[Cloud City]], [[Rebel Alliance]], New Republic | |||
| signature_artifacts= [[Administrator's Cape]], [[Millennium Falcon (Original Configuration)]], [[Lando's Blaster Pistol]] | |||
| wikipedia_link = https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lando_Calrissian | |||
| imdb_link = https://www.imdb.com/character/ch0000011/ | |||
}} | |||
'''Lando Calrissian''' is a sophisticated smuggler, gambler, and entrepreneur who was the original owner of the [[Millennium Falcon|''Millennium Falcon'']]. Initially introduced as a seemingly self-serving old friend of [[Han Solo]], he evolves into a committed leader and General in the [[Rebel Alliance]]. His style and charm are reflected in his elegant costumes and prized possessions. | '''Lando Calrissian''' is a sophisticated smuggler, gambler, and entrepreneur who was the original owner of the [[Millennium Falcon|''Millennium Falcon'']]. Initially introduced as a seemingly self-serving old friend of [[Han Solo]], he evolves into a committed leader and General in the [[Rebel Alliance]]. His style and charm are reflected in his elegant costumes and prized possessions. | ||
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==Character Overview== | ==Character Overview== | ||
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==Film & Television Appearances== | ==Film & Television Appearances== | ||
=== ''[[Solo: A Star Wars Story]]'' (2018) === | === ''[[Solo: A Star Wars Story]]'' (2018) === | ||
A younger Lando is introduced as a successful smuggler and renowned sabacc player. He is the proud captain of the pristine, unmodified ''Millennium Falcon'', complete with a cape closet and a droid co-pilot, L3-37. He loses the Falcon to a young Han Solo in a high-stakes game of "Corellian Spike" sabacc. | A younger Lando is introduced as a successful smuggler and renowned sabacc player. He is the proud captain of the pristine, unmodified ''Millennium Falcon'', complete with a cape closet and a droid co-pilot, L3-37. He loses the Falcon to a young Han Solo in a high-stakes game of "Corellian Spike" sabacc. | ||
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==Signature Artifacts== | ==Signature Artifacts== | ||
=== [[Administrator's Cape]] === | === [[Administrator's Cape]] === | ||
* '''Description:''' A stylish, flowing cape with a light blue exterior and a patterned gold lining. It is a key part of Lando's sophisticated look as the Baron Administrator of Cloud City. The costume was designed by [[John Mollo]].<ref name="costumes_original_trilogy_lando">Brandon Alinger, ''Star Wars Costumes: The Original Trilogy'', Chronicle Books, 2014.</ref> | |||
* '''Description:''' A stylish, flowing cape with a light blue exterior and a patterned gold lining. It is a key part of Lando's sophisticated look as the Baron Administrator of Cloud City. The costume was designed by [[John Mollo]].<ref name=" | * '''Relevance to Character:''' The cape is the ultimate symbol of Lando's charm, class, and flair. It sets him apart from the other, more practically dressed characters. It is the attire of a man of leisure and influence, a successful entrepreneur who has left his rough smuggling days behind him. | ||
* '''Relevance to Character:''' The cape is the ultimate symbol of Lando's charm, class, and flair. It sets him apart from the other, more practically dressed characters. It is the attire of a man of leisure and influence, a successful entrepreneur who has left his rough smuggling days behind him. | |||
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The cape is a key part of his introduction. When he greets Han and Leia, his elegant appearance makes his eventual betrayal all the more shocking. In a famous moment, the cape is briefly worn by Han Solo after he is rescued, a visual nod to their shared history. | * '''Relevance to Plot:''' The cape is a key part of his introduction. When he greets Han and Leia, his elegant appearance makes his eventual betrayal all the more shocking. In a famous moment, the cape is briefly worn by Han Solo after he is rescued, a visual nod to their shared history. | ||
=== [[Millennium Falcon (Original Configuration)]] === | === [[Millennium Falcon (Original Configuration)]] === | ||
* '''Description:''' The YT-1300 freighter before Han Solo's "special modifications." In Lando's possession, the ship is clean, with a pristine white and blue paint job, a full forward escape pod, and luxurious interior appointments, including a cape closet. | |||
* '''Description:''' The YT-1300 freighter before Han Solo's "special modifications." In Lando's possession, the ship is clean, with a pristine white and blue paint job, a full forward escape pod, and luxurious interior appointments, including a cape closet. | |||
* '''Relevance to Character:''' The original Falcon reflects Lando's personality: sleek, stylish, and concerned with appearances. It is the prized possession of a successful smuggler who enjoys comfort and luxury. Its clean state is a stark contrast to the battered, "piece of junk" it becomes under Han's ownership. | * '''Relevance to Character:''' The original Falcon reflects Lando's personality: sleek, stylish, and concerned with appearances. It is the prized possession of a successful smuggler who enjoys comfort and luxury. Its clean state is a stark contrast to the battered, "piece of junk" it becomes under Han's ownership. | ||
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' The ship is the grand prize in the sabacc game that defines Han and Lando's early relationship. Its loss is a significant moment for Lando, and his brief reunion with the ship in ''The Empire Strikes Back'' is tinged with nostalgia and regret. | * '''Relevance to Plot:''' The ship is the grand prize in the sabacc game that defines Han and Lando's early relationship. Its loss is a significant moment for Lando, and his brief reunion with the ship in ''The Empire Strikes Back'' is tinged with nostalgia and regret. | ||
=== [[Lando's Blaster Pistol]] === | === [[Lando's Blaster Pistol]] === | ||
* '''Description:''' A small, chrome-plated blaster pistol with a distinctive pearl-like grip. It is an elegant weapon, fitting for a man of Lando's tastes. | |||
* '''Description:''' A small, chrome-plated | * '''Relevance to Character:''' Unlike Han's rugged DL-44, Lando's blaster is a gentleman's weapon. It's a "Sunday best" kind of pistol, suggesting that while he is more than capable of handling himself in a fight, he prefers to solve problems with words and charm rather than violence. | ||
* '''Relevance to Character:''' Unlike Han's rugged DL-44, Lando's blaster is a gentleman's weapon. It's a "Sunday best" kind of pistol, suggesting that while he is more than capable of handling himself in a fight, he prefers to solve problems with words and charm rather than violence. | |||
* '''Relevance to Plot:''' Lando uses this blaster during the escape from Cloud City, demonstrating that despite his sophisticated exterior, he is still a capable gunslinger when the situation demands it. | * '''Relevance to Plot:''' Lando uses this blaster during the escape from Cloud City, demonstrating that despite his sophisticated exterior, he is still a capable gunslinger when the situation demands it. | ||
==Behind the Scenes== | ==Behind the Scenes== | ||
Billy Dee Williams was cast as Lando Calrissian, bringing a level of smoothness and charisma to the role that made the character an instant fan favorite. For ''Solo: A Star Wars Story'', Donald Glover took on the role of the younger Lando, and was widely praised for his performance, which captured the essence of Williams's original portrayal while making the character his own.<ref name=" | Billy Dee Williams was cast as Lando Calrissian, bringing a level of smoothness and charisma to the role that made the character an instant fan favorite. For ''Solo: A Star Wars Story'', Donald Glover took on the role of the younger Lando, and was widely praised for his performance, which captured the essence of Williams's original portrayal while making the character his own.<ref name="glover_lando">[https://variety.com/2016/film/news/star-wars-han-solo-movie-donald-glover-lando-calrissian-1201895899/ "Donald Glover Cast as Young Lando Calrissian in Han Solo 'Star Wars' Spinoff," ''Variety'', October 21, 2016].</ref> | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* In early concept art, Lando was depicted as a rugged, bearded clone veteran from the Clone Wars. The character was later changed to be the suave administrator seen in the film. | |||
* In early concept art, Lando was depicted as a rugged, bearded clone veteran from the Clone Wars. The character was later changed to be the suave administrator seen in the film. | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Han Solo]] | * [[Han Solo]] | ||
* [[Millennium Falcon]] | * [[Millennium Falcon]] | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Characters]] | [[Category:Characters]] | ||