Learn the secrets of making movies in a galaxy far, far away.
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
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!
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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
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