The Empire Strikes Back

The Empire Strikes Back

Adventure · 1980 · 2h 4m

Movie

8.4/10 · TMDB

The Star Wars saga continues.

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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Cast & crew

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
Jeremy BullochBoba Fett
Jason WingreenBoba Fett (voice - uncredited)
John HollisLando's Aide
Jack PurvisChief Ugnaught
Des WebbSnow Creature

Information

Release date
21 May 1980
Director
Irvin Kershner
Genres
Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
Runtime
2h 4m
Country of origin
United States

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