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The Empire Strikes Back

The Star Wars saga continues.

1980 PG 2h 4m

ActionAdventureScience Fiction

8.4/10 TMDB Score18,887 votes · IMDb ↗

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.

Movie Details

Original titleThe Empire Strikes Back
Release dateJun 20, 1980
StatusReleased
Original languageEN
CountryUnited States of America
Certification (US)PG
Keywordssequel, asteroid, space opera, android, rebellion, space colony, swamp, spacecraft, rebel, snowstorm, space battle, arctic
FranchiseStar Wars Collection
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Ratings

★ 8.4/10

18,887 votes on TMDB. IMDb ratings are shown on IMDb itself — view this title on IMDb ↗.

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FAQ

What is The Empire Strikes Back about?

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.

When was The Empire Strikes Back released?

The Empire Strikes Back was released on Jun 20, 1980 (status: Released).

Who directed The Empire Strikes Back?

Irvin Kershner directed The Empire Strikes Back.

What is the TMDB rating of The Empire Strikes Back?

The Empire Strikes Back has a TMDB rating of 8.4/10 from 18,887 votes.