Star.wars.episode.v.the.empire.strikes.back.198... Apr 2026
Set three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the story follows the Rebel Alliance as they are hunted across the galaxy.
Released on May 21, 1980, is widely considered the greatest sequel in cinematic history. Directed by Irvin Kershner , the film shifted the franchise toward a darker, more complex tone, expanding the lore of the Force and the personal stakes for its characters. Core Narrative Star.Wars.Episode.V.The.Empire.Strikes.Back.198...