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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

1999, English. Directed by George Lucas.

Every saga has a beginning.

Anakin Skywalker, a young slave strong with the Force, is discovered on Tatooine. Meanwhile, the evil Sith have returned, enacting their plot for revenge against the Jedi.

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Runtime
2h 16m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG

Start now and it ends at ….

Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.6/10 from 16,421 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India.

Availability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
19 May 1999
Country
United States of America
Written by
George Lucas
Budget
$115M
Box office
$1B
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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace: quick answers

What should I watch before Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Watch Star Wars (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and Return of the Jedi (1983) first.

What comes after Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Next in the series: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002), Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005), and Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015).

Is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 16,421 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).

Does Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

Which OTT platform is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace on?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

If you liked Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, try Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Solo: A Star Wars Story.

Who directed Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) was directed by George Lucas and stars Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman.

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