The Star Wars Holiday Special

The Star Wars Holiday Special

A galactic odyssey against oppression.

PG 1978 · 97 min · ★ 3.4 · Adventure, Science Fiction, Family, TV Movie

Luke Skywalker and Han Solo battle evil Imperial forces to help Chewbacca reach his imperiled family on the Wookiee planet - in time for Life Day, their most important day of the year!

Directed by Steve Binder · Written by Pat Proft

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