About Star Wars
- Released on May 25, 1977
"Star Wars," the iconic space opera film directed by George Lucas, is a thrilling adventure that takes viewers on a journey through a galaxy far, far away. The movie, which was released in 1977, introduced us to a wide range of memorable characters, each with their own unique personalities and motivations.
One of the main characters in the film is Princess Leia, played by the talented Carrie Fisher. Leia is a member of the Imperial Senate and a leader of the Rebel Alliance, a group of freedom fighters seeking to overthrow the evil Galactic Empire. When Leia is captured by the Empire and held hostage, it sets the stage for the rest of the movie's events.
Another key character in "Star Wars" is Luke Skywalker, played by Mark Hamill. Luke is a young farm boy who dreams of adventure and excitement beyond his desert planet of Tatooine. When he comes into possession of the stolen plans for the Empire's ultimate weapon, the Death Star, he teams up with the roguish smuggler Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and the loveable droid duo R2-D2 and C-3PO to rescue Princess Leia and save the galaxy. Along the way, Luke discovers his own connection to the Force, a mysterious energy field that gives Jedi Knights their powers, and begins his journey to becoming a Jedi.
As the group of heroes navigates through the galaxy, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including encounters with Stormtroopers, TIE fighters, and the fearsome Darth Vader. The film is filled with action, suspense, and drama, and features groundbreaking special effects that were revolutionary for its time. "Star Wars" is a true cinematic classic that continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
Full Cast of Star Wars
Mark Hamill plays Luke Skywalker
Harrison Ford plays Han Solo
Carrie Fisher plays Princess Leia Organa
Peter Cushing plays Grand Moff Tarkin
Alec Guinness plays Obi-Wan "Ben" Kenobi
Anthony Daniels plays C-3PO
Kenny Baker plays R2-D2
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See David Ankrum's other roles →Scott Beach plays Stormtrooper (voice) (uncredited)
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Jon Berg plays Cantina Alien (uncredited)
Doug Beswick plays Cantina Alien (uncredited)
Paul Blake plays Greedo (uncredited)
Janice Burchette plays Nabrun Leids (uncredited)
Ted Burnett plays Wuher (uncredited)
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Tim Condren plays Stormtrooper (uncredited)
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Alfie Curtis plays Dr. Evazan (uncredited)
Robert Davies plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Maria De Aragon plays Greedo (uncredited)
Robert A. Denham plays Hrchek Kal Fas (uncredited)
Frazer Diamond plays Jawa (uncredited)
Peter Diamond plays Stormtrooper / Tusken Raider / Death Star Trooper / Garouf Lafoe (uncredited)
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Harry Fielder plays Death Star Trooper (uncredited)
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Salo Gardner plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Steve Gawley plays Death Star Trooper (uncredited)
Barry Gnome plays Kabe (uncredited)
Rusty Goffe plays Kabe / Jawa / GONK Droid (uncredited)
Isaac Grand plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Reg Harding plays Stormtrooper (uncredited)
Alan Harris plays Leia's Rebel Escort (uncredited)
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Tommy Ilsley plays Ponda Baba (uncredited)
Joe Johnston plays Death Star Trooper (uncredited)
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Melissa Kurtz plays Jawa (uncredited)
Tiffany Hillkurtz plays Jawa (uncredited)
Al Lampert plays Daine Jir (uncredited)
Anthony Lang plays BoShek (uncredited)
Laine Liska plays Muftak / Cantina Band Member (uncredited)
Derek Lyons plays Temple Guard / Medal Bearer (uncredited)
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Alf Mangan plays Takeel (uncredited)
Grant McCune plays Death Star Gunner (uncredited)
Geoffrey Moon plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Mandy Morton plays Swilla Corey (uncredited)
Lorne Peterson plays Massassi Base Rebel Scout (uncredited)
Marcus Powell plays Rycar Ryjerd (uncredited)
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George Roubicek plays Cmdr. Praji (Imperial Officer #2 on rebel ship) (uncredited)
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Angela Staines plays Senni Tonnika (uncredited)
George Stock plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Roy Straite plays Cantina Patron (uncredited)
Peter Sturgeon plays Sai'torr Kal Fas (uncredited)
Peter Sumner plays Lt. Pol Treidum (uncredited)
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Tom Sylla plays Massassi Outpost Announcer / Various Voices (voice) (uncredited)
Malcolm Tierney plays Lt. Shann Childsen (uncredited)
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Diana Sadley Way plays Thuku (uncredited)
Bill Weston plays Stormtrooper (uncredited)
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John Cannon plays Stormtrooper (uncredited)
Ronny Cush plays X-Wing Pilot
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See Ronny Cush's other roles →Crew of Star Wars
Discover the backstage crew of Star Wars →- Mark Hamill
- Harrison Ford
- Carrie Fisher
- Peter Cushing
- Alec Guinness
- Anthony Daniels
- Kenny Baker
- Peter Mayhew
- David Prowse
- James Earl Jones
- Phil Brown
- Shelagh Fraser
- Jack Purvis
- Alex McCrindle
- Eddie Byrne
- Drewe Henley
- Denis Lawson
- Garrick Hagon
- Jack Klaff
- William Hootkins
- Angus MacInnes
- Jeremy Sinden
- Graham Ashley
- Don Henderson
- Richard LeParmentier
- Leslie Schofield
- Michael Leader
- David Ankrum
- Scott Beach
- Lightning Bear
- Jon Berg
- Doug Beswick
- Paul Blake
- Janice Burchette
- Ted Burnett
- John Chapman
- Gilda Cohen
- Tim Condren
- Barry Copping
- Alfie Curtis
- Robert Davies
- Maria De Aragon
- Robert A. Denham
- Frazer Diamond
- Peter Diamond
- Warwick Diamond
- Sadie Eden
- Kim Falkinburg
- Harry Fielder
- Ted Gagliano
- Salo Gardner
- Steve Gawley
- Barry Gnome
- Rusty Goffe
- Isaac Grand
- Reg Harding
- Alan Harris
- Frank Henson
- Arthur Howell
- Christine Hewett
- Tommy Ilsley
- Joe Johnston
- Annette Jones
- Linda Jones
- Joe Kaye
- Colin Michael Kitchens
- Melissa Kurtz
- Tiffany Hillkurtz
- Al Lampert
- Anthony Lang
- Laine Liska
- Derek Lyons
- Mahjoub
- Alf Mangan
- Grant McCune
- Geoffrey Moon
- Mandy Morton
- Lorne Peterson
- Marcus Powell
- Shane Rimmer
- Pam Rose
- George Roubicek
- Erica Simmons
- Angela Staines
- George Stock
- Roy Straite
- Peter Sturgeon
- Peter Sumner
- John Sylla
- Tom Sylla
- Malcolm Tierney
- Phil Tippett
- Burnell Tucker
- Morgan Upton
- Jerry Walter
- Hal Wamsley
- Diana Sadley Way
- Bill Weston
- Fred Wood
- Colin Higgins
- Ron Tarr
- Anthony Forrest
- Frances Alfred Basil Tomlin
- Larry Ward
- John Cannon
- Ronny Cush