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The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

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Movie"The Star Wars saga continues."
Audience Score
84
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PG 2 hr 4 minJun 20th, 1980Adventure, Action, Science FictionStar Wars Collection PosterPart of Star Wars Collection
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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.
StarringMark HamillHarrison FordCarrie Fisher
DirectorIrvin Kershner

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:June 20th, 1980
On DVD & Blu-ray:September 12th, 2006 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$18,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$538,400,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:George Lucas
Production Companies:Lucasfilm Ltd.
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