The Empire Strikes Back

The Empire Strikes Back

1980 May 20, 1980
8.7/10
IMDB
9.0/10
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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.

Cast & Crew

Irvin Kershner
Director • 1923

Irvin Kershner

Irvin Kershner (April 29, 1923 – November 27, 2010) was an American film director and occasional actor, best known for directing quirky, independent films early in his career, and then Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. Description above from the Wikipedia article Irvin Kershner , licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Cast

Alec Guinness

Alec Guinness

1914

Anthony Daniels

Anthony Daniels

1946

Billy Dee Williams

Billy Dee Williams

1937

Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher

1956

David Prowse

David Prowse

1935

Frank Oz

Frank Oz

1944

Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford

1942

Kenny Baker

Kenny Baker

1934

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Pure cinematic magic

By reelreviewer875 • Aug 04, 2025

8/10

This film is pure cinematic magic. 'The Empire Strikes Back' showcases the very best of what movies can achieve. The performances are authentic, the visuals are stunning, and the story is unforgettable.

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A true masterpiece!

By moviereviewer350 • Aug 04, 2025

10/10

'The Empire Strikes Back' delivers fantastic action sequences with great choreography and impressive stunts. The action scenes are well-shot and genuinely exciting.