SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
1980, English. Directed by Robert Guenette.
Learn the secrets of making movies in a galaxy far, far away.
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!
- Runtime
- 0h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Robert GuenetteDirector
- Mark HamillHost / Luke Skywalker
- Carrie FisherPrincess Leia (archive footage)
- Anthony DanielsC3-PO (archive footage)
- Kenny BakerR2-D2 (archive footage)
- Peter MayhewSelf
- Alec GuinnessObi Wan Kenobi (archive footage)
- Frank OzSelf
- Harrison FordHan Solo (archive footage)
- George LucasSelf
- Irvin KershnerSelf
- Gary KurtzSelf
- Dennis MurenSelf
Details
- Released
- 22 September 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Schickel
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SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back: quick answers
Is SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back worth watching?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back runs 48 minutes (0h 48m).
Does SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back on?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 September 1980. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
If you liked SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back, try The Making of Star Wars, Chaos on the Bridge, Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe.
Who directed SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) was directed by Robert Guenette and stars Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels.