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Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back

1980 · 124 min · Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

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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.

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Availability shown for Germany.

Offers last checked on 5 Oct 2026.

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Cast

  • Luke Skywalker Mark Hamill
  • Han Solo Harrison Ford
  • Princess Leia Carrie Fisher
  • Lando Calrissian Billy Dee Williams
  • C-3PO Anthony Daniels
  • Darth Vader David Prowse
  • R2-D2 Kenny Baker

Directed by Irvin Kershner

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