The Empire Strikes Back
The Empire Strikes Back

Information

Release DateMay 20, 1980
Runtime2h 4m
StatusReleased
Budget$18M
Revenue$538M
ProductionLucasfilm Ltd.
LanguagesEnglish
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The Empire Strikes Back

"The Star Wars saga continues."

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.

Cast & Crew

Director

Irvin Kershner
Irvin Kershner

Featured Cast

Mark Hamill

Mark Hamill

Luke Skywalker

Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford

Han Solo

Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher

Princess Leia

Billy Dee Williams

Billy Dee Williams

Lando Calrissian

Anthony Daniels

Anthony Daniels

C-3PO

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