The Empire Strikes Back
📖 Synopsis
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.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “The Star Wars saga continues.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
- Director
- Irvin Kershner
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Mark HamillLuke Skywalker
Harrison FordHan Solo
Carrie FisherPrincess Leia
Billy Dee WilliamsLando Calrissian
Anthony DanielsC-3PO
David ProwseDarth Vader
Peter MayhewChewbacca
Kenny BakerR2-D2
Frank OzYoda (Voice)
Alec GuinnessObi-Wan Kenobi🎬 Similar Movies
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- 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 are thrown into various stages of capture, betrayal and despair.
- Who directed The Empire Strikes Back?
- The Empire Strikes Back was directed by Irvin Kershner.
- When was The Empire Strikes Back released?
- The Empire Strikes Back was released on May 20, 1980.
- How long is The Empire Strikes Back?
- The Empire Strikes Back has a runtime of 2h 4m.
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