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Return of the Jedi (1983)

โ€œReturn to a galaxy far far away.โ€

7.9/10 ยท 17,265 votes 2h 12m pg ActionAdventureScience-fiction

#3 of 39 films from 1983 #85 of 2168 in action

Directed by Richard Marquand ยท Written by George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan

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Overview

Luke Skywalker leads a mission to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of Jabba the Hutt, the Emperor prepares to crush the Rebellion with a more powerful Death Star, and the Rebel fleet mounts a massive attack on the space station. Luke Skywalker confronts Darth Vader in a final climactic duel before the evil Emperor.

Cast

Mark Hamillas Luke Skywalker
Harrison Fordas Han Solo
Carrie Fisheras Princess Leia
Billy Dee Williamsas Lando Calrissian
Anthony Danielsas C-3PO
Peter Mayhewas Chewbacca
Sebastian Shawas Anakin Skywalker
Ian McDiarmidas The Emperor
Frank Ozas Yoda (voice)
James Earl Jonesas Darth Vader (voice)
David Prowseas Darth Vader
Alec Guinnessas Ben 'Obi-Wan' Kenobi
Kenny Bakeras R2-D2 / Paploo
Michael Penningtonas Moff Jerjerrod

Facts

Release dateMay 25, 1983
Runtime132 min (2h 12m) โ€” longer as the 1983 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$32,350,000
Box office$572,700,000 (17.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0086190

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Questions

How long is Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Is Return of the Jedi worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 17,265 votes, which places it #3 of 39 films released in 1983 in this index (top 95%) and #85 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi was directed by Richard Marquand.
Who stars in Return of the Jedi?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker; Harrison Ford as Han Solo; Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia; Billy Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian; Anthony Daniels as C-3PO; Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca.
What is Return of the Jedi rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Return of the Jedi?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10824.

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