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The Empire Strikes Back
“The Star Wars saga continues.”
8.4 / 10• 1980• 2h 4m•PG• English
AdventureActionScience Fiction
Storyline
The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda. But Darth Vader is more determined than ever to capture Luke. Meanwhile, rebel leader Princess Leia, cocky Han Solo, Chewbacca, and droids C-3PO and R2-D2 are thrown into various stages of capture, betrayal and despair.
Cast & Crew
Mark Hamill
Luke Skywalker
Lead
Harrison Ford
Han Solo
Carrie Fisher
Princess Leia
Billy Dee Williams
Lando Calrissian
Anthony Daniels
C-3PO
David Prowse
Darth Vader
Peter Mayhew
Chewbacca
Kenny Baker
R2-D2
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Irvin Kershner's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Empire Strikes Back is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
