Title: The Empire Strikes Back Writer: George Lucas (story), Leigh Brackett, Lawrence Kasdan (screenplay) Director: Irvin Kershner Producer: Gary Kurtz Run-Time: 124 minutes Release-Date: May 21, 1980 Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Summary
The Empire Strikes Back is the second installment of the Star Wars saga, following the heroes of the Rebel Alliance as they fight the oppressive Galactic Empire. Luke Skywalker receives Jedi training while Han Solo, Princess Leia, and others struggle to evade Darth Vader's forces. Known for its darker tone and unexpected plot twists, the film introduces iconic moments, such as the revelation of Vader’s true identity. Directed by Irvin Kershner, The Empire Strikes Back is widely regarded as one of the best sequels in film history and a cornerstone of the sci-fi genre.