Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
Synopsis
From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star Wars Trilogy.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Empire of Dreams: The Star Wars Story - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-14
Top Cast
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Robert Clotworthy
Narrator (voice)
George Lucas
Self
Steven Spielberg
Self
Mark Hamill
Self
Carrie Fisher
Self
Peter Mayhew
Self
Anthony Daniels
Self
Kenny Baker
Self
Billy Dee Williams
Self
James Earl Jones
Self
Warwick Davis
Self
Jim Bloom
Self - Production Supervisor
Leo Braudy
Self - Professor and Cultural Historian
Ben Burtt
Self - Sound Designer
Walter Cronkite
Self
Irvin Kershner
Self
Howard G. Kazanjian
Self
Harrison Ford
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 19, 2019
VOD & Digital Platforms
September 21, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edith Becker, Kevin Burns
- Screenplay & Story
- Ed Singer
- Original Title
- Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Production Studios
- Fox Television Studios, Lucasfilm Ltd., Prometheus Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edith Becker, Kevin Burns
Ed Singer
Molly Shock, Troy Bogert, Scott B. Morgan
Edith Becker, Kevin Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Edith Becker
Director
Kevin Burns
Director
Ed Singer
Writer
Edith Becker
Producer
Molly Shock
Editor
Troy Bogert
Editor
Scott B. Morgan
Editor
David Comtois
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy about?
From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star Wars Trilogy.
Who directed Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy?
Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy was directed by Edith Becker, Kevin Burns.
Who stars in Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy?
The principal cast of Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy includes Robert Clotworthy, George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher.
When was Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy released and how long is it?
Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 2h 31m.