SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
“Learn the secrets of making movies in a galaxy far, far away.”
Synopsis
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!
Top Cast
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Mark Hamill
Host / Luke Skywalker
Carrie Fisher
Princess Leia (archive footage)
Anthony Daniels
C3-PO (archive footage)
Kenny Baker
R2-D2 (archive footage)
Peter Mayhew
Self
Alec Guinness
Obi Wan Kenobi (archive footage)
Frank Oz
Self
Harrison Ford
Han Solo (archive footage)
George Lucas
Self
Irvin Kershner
Self
Gary Kurtz
Self
Dennis Muren
Self
Phil Tippett
Self
Ben Burtt
Self
Stuart Freeborn
Self
Peter Diamond
Self
Bob Anderson
Self
Colin Skeaping
Self
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Guenette
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Schickel
- Original Title
- SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 48m
- Production Studios
- Lucasfilm Ltd., Robert Guenette Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Guenette
Richard Schickel
Rick Fichter, Gilbert Loreaux, Dennis Muren, Eric Pittard, Jim Veilleux, Joan Weidman
Peter Wood
Robert Guenette, Richard Schickel
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Guenette
Director
Richard Schickel
Writer
Robert Guenette
Producer
Richard Schickel
Producer
Peter Wood
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back about?
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!
Who directed SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back was directed by Robert Guenette.
Who stars in SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
The principal cast of SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back includes Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, Peter Mayhew.
When was SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back released and how long is it?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 48m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back?
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).