The Empire Strikes Back

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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Release date

20 May 1980

Runtime

2 h 4 min

• Chieveme 9.0
• TMDB 8.4

Genres

• Adventure
• Action
• Science Fiction

Director

Irvin Kershner

Franchise

Star Wars CollectionPart 2

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Countries

• US

Cast

Mark Hamillas Luke SkywalkerHarrison Fordas Han SoloCarrie Fisheras Princess LeiaBilly Dee Williamsas Lando CalrissianAnthony Danielsas C-3PODavid Prowseas Darth VaderPeter Mayhewas ChewbaccaKenny Bakeras R2-D2Frank Ozas Yoda (Voice)Alec Guinnessas Obi-Wan Kenobi

Writers

Leigh BrackettLawrence KasdanGeorge Lucas

Composer

John Williams

Cinematography

Peter Suschitzky

Studios

Lucasfilm Ltd.

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