The Empire Strikes Back
1980
Movie Information
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.
Release Date
May 20, 1980
Director
Irvin Kershner
Runtime
2h 4m
Cast
Mark HamillHarrison FordCarrie FisherBilly Dee WilliamsAnthony DanielsDavid ProwsePeter MayhewKenny BakerFrank OzAlec Guinness
Production
Lucasfilm Ltd.
Genres
AdventureActionScience Fiction