Rating
Popularity7
Runtime2h 4m
Release DateMay 20, 1980
Budget$18,000,000
Revenue$538,400,000
The Empire Strikes Back
The Star Wars saga continues.
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.
Production
Lucasfilm Ltd.(US)Status
Released
Original Language
English
Spoken Languages
English
Age Rating
All Ages
Top Cast
Key Crew
ScreenplayLawrence Kasdan
ScreenplayLeigh Brackett
DirectorIrvin Kershner
ProducerGary Kurtz
Director of PhotographyPeter Suschitzky
ProducerHoward G. Kazanjian
Videos & Trailers
The Empire Strikes Back - Star Wars: The Digital Movie Collection
Trailer
Theatrical Trailer #2
Trailer
Trailer
Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Teaser
The Empire Strikes Back 1981 re-release TV trailer #2
Teaser