SPFX: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

  • G
  • 09/22/1980 (US)
  • Documentary, TV Movie
  • 48m

Learn the secrets of making movies in a galaxy far, far away.

Overview

Hosted by Mark Hamill, this revealing documentary offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into the amazing special effects that transformed George Lucas’ vision for Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back into reality!

Richard Schickel

Writer

Robert Guenette

Director

Cast

Mark Hamill's headshot

Mark Hamill

Host / Luke Skywalker
Carrie Fisher's headshot

Carrie Fisher

Princess Leia
Anthony Daniels's headshot

Anthony Daniels

C3-PO
Kenny Baker's headshot

Kenny Baker

R2-D2
Peter Mayhew's headshot

Peter Mayhew

Chewbacca
Alec Guinness's headshot

Alec Guinness

Obi Wan Kenobi
Frank Oz's headshot

Frank Oz

Yoda
Harrison Ford's headshot

Harrison Ford

Han Solo (archive footage)

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