The Empire Strikes Back

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Luke trains with Yoda, Han is frozen in carbonite, Vader reveals he's Luke's father, & the Empire pursues the Rebels. Iconic scenes like Hoth battle & I love you, I know make it a fan favorite.

The Empire Strikes Back Trivia

Which of these lines was NOT spoken by Yoda in "The Empire Strikes Back"? (Advanced)

#1: "Do or do not. There is no try."

#2: "Size matters not."

#3: "A Jedi's strength flows from the Force."

#4: "Fear is the path to the dark side."

Who directed the movie "The Empire Strikes Back"? (Medium)

#1: George Lucas

#2: Irvin Kershner

#3: Richard Marquand

#4: Steven Spielberg

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The Empire Strikes Back Fun Facts

The phrase “I love you. I know,” famously exchanged between Princess Leia and Han Solo, was improvised by Harrison Ford.

Mark Hamill had to bang his head 16 times on the ceiling of Yoda's hut to get the scene right.

The Empire Strikes Back Polls

Which is the most memorable moment in The Empire Strikes Back?

Luke's duel with Darth Vader

The revelation of Luke's parentage

The Battle of Hoth

Yoda training Luke on Dagobah

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Luke Skywalker

Darth Vader

Princess Leia

Han Solo

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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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May 25, 1977

Release of Star Wars: A New Hope

The original Star Wars film, later retitled Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, premieres and becomes a cultural phenomenon, setting the stage for its sequels including The Empire Strikes Back.

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March 29, 1979

Filming of The Empire Strikes Back begins

Principal photography for The Empire Strikes Back starts, marking the beginning of production for the highly anticipated sequel to Star Wars.

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May 21, 1980

The Empire Strikes Back premieres

The Empire Strikes Back, the second installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, premieres in theaters and receives critical acclaim, solidifying its place as a classic.

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October 12, 1982

The Empire Strikes Back home video release

The Empire Strikes Back is released for home viewing on VHS, expanding its audience and allowing fans to watch the film repeatedly.

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