Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) Sci-Fi Action Fantasy Adventure
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details
- Alias: Star Wars
- Overall Score: ☆ 9.00/10
IMDB: ☆ 8.6/10
Metascore: ☆ 9.0/10
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Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Plot Synopsis:
The Imperial Forces, under orders from cruel Darth Vader, hold Princess Leia hostage in their efforts to quell the rebellion against the Galactic Empire. Luke Skywalker and Han Solo, captain of the Millennium Falcon, work together with the companionable droid duo R2-D2 and C-3PO to rescue the beautiful princess, help the Rebel Alliance and restore freedom and justice to the Galaxy.
Synopsis / Plot Summary: Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee, and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire"s world-destroying battle-station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.
Tagline: It"s Back! The Force will be with you for three weeks only. (1979 Reissue Poster)
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Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Movie Information:
Type: MovieYear: 1977 (more 1977 movies)
Box Office: $460,998,507
Oscars: 6
Awards: 63
Nominations: 30
Language: English
Country: United States
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Release Dates In Theaters: May 25, 1977
Producers: Gary Kurtz, George Lucas, Rick McCallum, James Nelson
Musicians: John Williams
Cinematographers: Gilbert Taylor
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Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) Cast (Click to Expand)
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | Character(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Hamill | ... | Luke Skywalker |
| Harrison Ford | ... | Han Solo |
| Carrie Fisher | ... | Princess Leia Organa |
| Peter Cushing | ... | Grand Moff Tarkin |
| Alec Guinness | ... | Ben Obi-Wan Kenobi |
| Anthony Daniels | ... | C-3PO |
| Kenny Baker | ... | R2-D2 |
| Peter Mayhew | ... | Chewbacca |
| David Prowse | ... | Darth Vader |
| Phil Brown | ... | Uncle Owen |
| Shelagh Fraser | ... | Aunt Beru |
| Jack Purvis | ... | Chief Jawa |
| Alex McCrindle | ... | General Dodonna |
| Eddie Byrne | ... | General Willard |
| Drewe Henley | ... | Red Leader (as Drewe Hemley) |
| Denis Lawson | ... | Red Two (Wedge) (as Dennis Lawson) |
| Garrick Hagon | ... | Red Three (Biggs) |
| Jack Klaff | ... | Red Four (John D.) |
| William Hootkins | ... | Red Six (Porkins) |
| Angus MacInnes | ... | Gold Leader (as Angus Mcinnis) |
Fun Facts: 15 Real AGES of Cast
- Mark Hamill (b. September 25, 1951) – Luke Skywalker
Sign: Libra, Height: 5' 7" (1.7 m)
Also known as: ? | Mark Hamil | Mark | William M. Patrick | Patrick Williams - Harrison Ford (b. July 13, 1942) – Han Solo
Sign: Cancer, Height: 6' 1" (1.85 m)
Also known as: Jethro the Bus Driver | Harrison J. Ford - Carrie Fisher, as Princess Leia Organa, passed away at age 60 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Sign: Libra, Height: 5' 1" (1.55 m) - Peter Cushing, as Grand Moff Tarkin, passed away at age 81 in Canterbury, Kent, England, UK.
Sign: Gemini, Height: 5' 11½" (1.82 m) - Alec Guinness, as Ben Obi-Wan Kenobi, passed away at age 86 in Midhurst, Sussex, England, UK.
Sign: Aries, Height: 5' 10" (1.78 m)
Also known as: Alec Guiness | Mr. Alec Guinness | Sir Alec Guinness | Mystery Guest Star - Anthony Daniels (b. February 21, 1946) – C-3PO
Sign: Pisces, Height: 5' 9" (1.75 m) - Kenny Baker, as R2-D2, passed away at age 81 in Preston, Lancashire, England, UK.
Sign: Virgo, Height: 3' 8" (1.12 m)
Also known as: Ken Baker | The Mini Tones | R2D2 - Peter Mayhew, as Chewbacca, passed away at age 74 in Boyd, Texas, USA.
Sign: Taurus, Height: 7' 3" (2.21 m)
Also known as: Chewbacca - David Prowse, as Darth Vader, passed away at age 85 in London, England, UK.
Sign: Cancer, Height: 6' 6" (1.98 m)
Also known as: Dave Prowse MBE | Dave Prowse | David and Norma Prowse | Darth Vader - Phil Brown, as Uncle Owen, passed away at age 89 in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Sign: Taurus, Height: 6' 1½" (1.87 m)
Also known as: Philip Brown - Shelagh Fraser, as Aunt Beru, passed away at age 79 in London, England, UK.
Sign: Sagittarius, Height: 5' 3½" (1.61 m)
Also known as: Shelagh Frazer - Jack Purvis, as Chief Jawa, passed away at age 60 in Bushey, Hertfordshire, England, UK.
Sign: Cancer, Height: 4' 1" (1.24 m)
Also known as: The Mini Tones | Jackie Purves | Jackie Purvis - Alex McCrindle, as General Dodonna, passed away at age 78 in St. Bartholomew's Hospital, London, England, UK.
Sign: Leo
Also known as: Alex McCringle | Alex McGrindle - Eddie Byrne, as General Willard, passed away at age 70 in Dubl.
Sign: Aquarius - Drewe Henley, as Red Leader (as Drewe Hemley), passed away at age 76 in Exeter, Devon, England, UK.
Also known as: Drewe Hemley | Drew Henley
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