The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...
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!
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Top billed cast
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Harrison FordHan Solo
Mark HamillLuke Skywalker
Anthony DanielsC-3PO
Carrie FisherPrincess Leia Organa
Peter MayhewChewbacca
Bea ArthurAckmena
James Earl JonesDarth Vader (voice)
Art CarneySaun Dann
Harvey KormanKrelman / Chef Gormaanda / Amorphian instructor
Kenny BakerR2-D2
Diahann CarrollMermeia Holographic WowMarty BalinHolographic Band SingerKeywords
Movie DNA
Genre affinityComedy · Fantasy · AdventureTheme affinitySpace · Musical · Space OperaVisual styleSpace · Space OperaDialogue densityComedyEmotional intensityFamilyDirector preference189245 · 189246
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Frequently asked questions about The Star Wars Holiday Special
What is The Star Wars Holiday Special 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!
How long is The Star Wars Holiday Special?
The Star Wars Holiday Special has a runtime of 97 minutes.