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The Empire Strikes Back

Year
1980
Country
US
Language
en
Genre
Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
Runtime
124 min
Rating
8.4/10
Director
Irvin Kershner

Plot Overview

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.

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Director

Irvin Kershner in The Empire Strikes BackIrvin Kershner

Cast & Key Characters

Mark Hamill in The Empire Strikes BackMark HamillLuke SkywalkerHarrison Ford in The Empire Strikes BackHarrison FordHan SoloCarrie Fisher in The Empire Strikes BackCarrie FisherPrincess LeiaBilly Dee Williams in The Empire Strikes BackBilly Dee WilliamsLando CalrissianAnthony Daniels in The Empire Strikes BackAnthony DanielsC-3PODavid Prowse in The Empire Strikes BackDavid ProwseDarth VaderPeter Mayhew in The Empire Strikes BackPeter MayhewChewbaccaKenny Baker in The Empire Strikes BackKenny BakerR2-D2Alec Guinness in The Empire Strikes BackAlec GuinnessObi-Wan KenobiJeremy Bulloch in The Empire Strikes BackJeremy BullochBoba FettJason Wingreen in The Empire Strikes BackJason WingreenBoba Fett (voice - uncredited)John Hollis in The Empire Strikes BackJohn HollisLando's Aide

Writers

George Lucas in The Empire Strikes BackGeorge LucasLawrence Kasdan in The Empire Strikes BackLawrence KasdanLeigh Brackett in The Empire Strikes BackLeigh Brackett

Production

Fuji TV

Critical Reception & Ratings

The Empire Strikes Back is rated 8.4 out of 10 by viewers — 18,980 votes.

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is The Empire Strikes Back about?

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 ar

Who stars in The Empire Strikes Back?

Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, David Prowse.

Who is the director of The Empire Strikes Back?

Irvin Kershner.

When was The Empire Strikes Back released?

1980.

Where can I watch The Empire Strikes Back?

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