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Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

1980 American epic space opera film directed by Irvin Kershner.

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Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
Year
1980
Released
May 17, 1980
Runtime
124 min
Genres
Action, Adventure, Science fiction, Fantasy, History
Countries
United States
Original language
English
Original title
Star Wars: Episode V
Director
Irvin Kershner
Writer
Leigh Brackett, Lawrence Kasdan, George Lucas
Music
John Williams
Awards
3 won · 3 nominations

Plot

The Empire Strikes Back (also known as Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back) is a 1980 American epic space opera film directed by Irvin Kershner from a screenplay by Leigh Brackett and Lawrence Kasdan, based on a story by George Lucas.

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back?

Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back was directed by Irvin Kershner.

When was Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back released?

Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back was first released on May 17, 1980.

How long is Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back?

Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back runs 124 minutes.

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Updated November 13, 2026