The Star Wars Original Trilogy (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1983, The Star Wars Original Trilogy is an action, adventure and science fiction film directed by George Lucas, running about 380 minutes. “May The Force Be With You” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Star Wars Trilogy, often colloquially referred to as the original trilogy or the classic trilogy, is the first set of three films produced in the Star Wars franchise, an American space opera created by George Lucas.
Who’s in it. The Star Wars Original Trilogy stars Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford as Han Solo, Carrie Fisher as Leia Organa and James Earl Jones as Darth Vader (Voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Star Wars Original Trilogy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $1 at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Star Wars Original Trilogy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Wars Original Trilogy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Star Wars Original Trilogy (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Wars Original Trilogy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Wars Original Trilogy worth watching?
- The Star Wars Original Trilogy holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Star Wars Original Trilogy?
- The Star Wars Original Trilogy stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, James Earl Jones and Alec Guinness.
- When was The Star Wars Original Trilogy released?
- The Star Wars Original Trilogy was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 380 minutes.