Second of the nine Star Wars films by score. Star Wars leads at 88. Streaming on Disney+.
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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
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 8.7/10 | 42% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 93% | 21% |
| Metacritic | 82/100 | 21% |
| TMDB | 8.4/1019,112 votes | 16% |
| Balasaur Score | 87 | 100% |
Key crew
- Irvin KershnerDirector
- Leigh BrackettScreenplay
- 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)
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Themes
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