The Empire Strikes Back

About

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.

Credits

Directed by

• Irvin Kershner

Written by

• Leigh Brackett
• Lawrence Kasdan
• George Lucas

Produced by

• Gary Kurtz
• Howard G. Kazanjian

Music by

• John Williams

Cinematography

• Peter Suschitzky

Edited by

• Marcia Lucas
• Paul Hirsch

Cast

• Mark Hamillas Luke Skywalker
• Harrison Fordas Han Solo
• Carrie Fisheras Princess Leia
• Billy Dee Williamsas Lando Calrissian
• Anthony Danielsas C-3PO
• David Prowseas Darth Vader
• Peter Mayhewas Chewbacca
• Kenny Bakeras R2-D2
• Frank Ozas Yoda (Voice)
• Alec Guinnessas Obi-Wan Kenobi
• Jeremy Bullochas Boba Fett
• Jason Wingreenas Boba Fett (voice - uncredited)
• John Hollisas Lando's Aide
• Jack Purvisas Chief Ugnaught
• Des Webbas Snow Creature
• Kathryn Mullenas Performing Assistant for Yoda
• Marjorie Eatonas Emperor (uncredited)
• Clive Revillas Emperor (voice)
• Kenneth Colleyas Admiral Piett
• Julian Gloveras General Veers

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