Quick Facts
DirectorGeorge Lucas
Runtime2h 1m · PG
GenresAction · Adventure · Science-fiction
Release1977-05-25
Film
Star Wars
1977· PG· 2h 1m· Action· Adventure· Science-fiction
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...”
Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over the galactic Empire. Venturesome Luke Skywalker and dashing captain Han Solo team together with the loveable robot duo R2-D2 and C-3PO to rescue the beautiful princess and restore peace and justice in the Empire.
1977-05-25
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Key Crew
DirectorGeorge Lucas
WriterGeorge Lucas
ProducerGary Kurtz
Director of PhotographyGilbert Taylor
Original Music ComposerJohn Williams
EditorMarcia Lucas
Full cast & crew (30 cast · 50 crew)
Details
Released1977-05-25
Runtime2h 1m · PG
StatusReleased
StudiosLucasfilm Ltd.
Budget$11M
Box office$775M
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating8.2/10 · 22604 votes
Original languageen
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