Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi

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Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
PG
Adventure
Action
Science Fiction
Release Date
May 25, 1983
Runtime
132 minutes
Director
Richard Marquand

Cast

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    Mark Hamill
    Luke Skywalker
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    Harrison Ford
    Han Solo

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After rescuing Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt, the Rebels attempt to destroy the second Death Star, while Luke struggles to help Darth Vader back from the dark side.

Writers
George Lucas
Writers
George Lucas

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