The Empire Strikes Back
87
Balasaur Score
Balasaur Approved
1980 · Movie · 2h 4m · PG
The read
A Balasaur Score of 87 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 8.7/10, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, Metacritic 82/100. Number 2 of 9 in its series by score. Streaming on Disney+.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic82/100
18,815 audience votes
Key crew
- Leigh BrackettScreenplay
- Irvin KershnerDirector
- Lawrence KasdanScreenplay
- John WilliamsOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Mark HamillLuke Skywalker
- Harrison FordHan Solo
- Carrie FisherPrincess Leia
- Billy Dee WilliamsLando Calrissian
- Anthony DanielsC-3PO
- David ProwseDarth Vader
- Peter MayhewChewbacca
- Kenny BakerR2-D2
- Frank OzYoda (Voice)
- Alec GuinnessObi-Wan Kenobi
- Jeremy BullochBoba Fett
- Jason WingreenBoba Fett (voice - uncredited)
Stills
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