The Empire Strikes Back
The Star Wars saga continues.
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Empire Strikes Back
- Genres: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
- Release Date: 1980-05-20
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 8.396/10 (17564 votes)
- Budget: $18,000,000
- Revenue: $538,400,000
- Production Companies: Lucasfilm Ltd.
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 8.3691
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mark Hamill
as Luke Skywalker
Harrison Ford
as Han Solo
Carrie Fisher
as Princess Leia
Billy Dee Williams
as Lando Calrissian
Anthony Daniels
as C-3PO
David Prowse
as Darth Vader
Peter Mayhew
as Chewbacca
Kenny Baker
as R2-D2
Frank Oz
as Yoda (Voice)
Alec Guinness
as Obi-Wan Kenobi
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
George Lucas Reveals Why Yoda Talks Backwards at ‘Empire Strikes Back’ Anniversary Screening
Celebrating 40 Years of Empire: The Legacy
Celebrating 40 Years of Empire: Behind the Scenes
Time Capsule
The Empire Strikes Back Receives a Special Award: 1981 Oscars
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The Empire Strikes Back is a Adventure, Action, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1980-05-20.
Who are the main actors in The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The main cast includes Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, .
Where can I watch The Empire Strikes Back online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Empire Strikes Back is available.
Is The Empire Strikes Back based on a true story?▼
The Star Wars saga continues.
What is the IMDb rating of The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The Empire Strikes Back has an IMDb rating of 8.396/10 based on 17564 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The movie had a production budget of $18,000,000 and earned $538,400,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Lucasfilm Ltd.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Empire Strikes Back filmed?▼
The Empire Strikes Back was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Empire Strikes Back?▼
The total runtime of The Empire Strikes Back is 124 minutes.
Is The Empire Strikes Back suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Empire Strikes Back?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Empire Strikes Back.
Does The Empire Strikes Back have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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