The Empire Strikes Back
“The Star Wars saga continues.”
Where to watch The Empire Strikes Back in United States
The Empire Strikes Back is streaming on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, YouTube TV, AMC and Philo in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 15 June 2026.
About The Empire Strikes Back
The Empire Strikes Back is a 1980 movie in the Adventure, Action and Science Fiction genres, directed by Irvin Kershner, starring Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher. It has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.4/10 from 18,456 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Empire Strikes Back in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Empire Strikes Back trailer
Overview
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.
Top cast
Mark Hamill
Luke Skywalker
Harrison Ford
Han Solo
Carrie Fisher
Princess Leia
Billy Dee Williams
Lando Calrissian
Anthony Daniels
C-3PO
David Prowse
Darth Vader
Peter Mayhew
Chewbacca
Kenny Baker
R2-D2
Frank Oz
Yoda (Voice)
Alec Guinness
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Jeremy Bulloch
Boba Fett
Jason Wingreen
Boba Fett (voice - uncredited)
John Hollis
Lando's Aide
Jack Purvis
Chief Ugnaught
Des Webb
Snow Creature
Kathryn Mullen
Performing Assistant for Yoda
Marjorie Eaton
Emperor (uncredited)
Clive Revill
Emperor (voice)
Kenneth Colley
Admiral Piett
Julian Glover
General Veers
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Empire Strikes Back in United States?+
In United States, you can stream The Empire Strikes Back on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, YouTube TV, AMC and Philo. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is The Empire Strikes Back on Netflix?+
The Empire Strikes Back is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, YouTube TV, AMC and Philo.
How long is The Empire Strikes Back?+
The Empire Strikes Back has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
Who stars in The Empire Strikes Back?+
The Empire Strikes Back stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams and Anthony Daniels.
When did The Empire Strikes Back come out?+
The Empire Strikes Back is a 1980 movie directed by Irvin Kershner.
What genre is The Empire Strikes Back?+
The Empire Strikes Back is Adventure, Action and Science Fiction film.
Who directed The Empire Strikes Back?+
The Empire Strikes Back was directed by Irvin Kershner.
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