The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1978, The Star Wars Holiday Special is a comedy, fantasy, adventure and family film directed by Steve Binder, running about 97 minutes. “A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Luke Skywalker and Han Solo battle evil Imperial forces to help Chewbacca reach his imperiled family on the Wookiee planet - in time for Life Day, their most important day of the year!
Who’s in it. The Star Wars Holiday Special stars Harrison Ford as Han Solo, Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Anthony Daniels as C-3PO and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia Organa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, The Star Wars Holiday Special has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Star Wars Holiday Special page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Wars Holiday Special tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Wars Holiday Special change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Wars Holiday Special worth watching?
- The Star Wars Holiday Special holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Star Wars Holiday Special?
- The Star Wars Holiday Special stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Carrie Fisher and Peter Mayhew.
- When was The Star Wars Holiday Special released?
- The Star Wars Holiday Special was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.