Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005) The Clone Wars escalate, and Anakin's inner turmoil intensifies. He struggles with fear of loss and his desire for more power to save those he loves. Manipulated by Darth Sidious, Anakin falls to the dark side and becomes Darth Vader. The Jedi are betrayed, and the Republic transforms into the oppressive Galactic Empire.