Release CalendarTop 250 MoviesMost Popular MoviesBrowse Movies by GenreTop Box OfficeShowtimes & TicketsMovie NewsIndia Movie Spotlight
    What's on TV & StreamingTop 250 TV ShowsMost Popular TV ShowsBrowse TV Shows by GenreTV News
    What to WatchLatest TrailersIMDb OriginalsIMDb PicksIMDb SpotlightIMDb Podcasts
    OscarsBest Of 2024Holiday PicksSTARmeter AwardsAwards CentralFestival CentralAll Events
    Born TodayMost Popular CelebsCelebrity News
    Help CenterContributor ZonePolls
For Industry Professionals
  • Language
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Watchlist
Sign In
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Use app
  • Cast & crew
  • User reviews
  • Trivia
  • FAQ
IMDbPro

Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope

Original title: Star Wars
  • 1977
  • AL
  • 2h 1m
IMDb RATING
8.6/10
1.5M
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
304
Anthony Daniels, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, James Earl Jones, David Prowse, and Kenny Baker in Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977)
Watch the original teaser trailer for Star Wars.
Play trailer2:02
30 Videos
99+ Photos
Action EpicAdventure EpicFantasy EpicQuestSci-Fi EpicSpace Sci-FiSword & SorceryActionAdventureFantasy

Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue ... Read allLuke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the mysterious Darth Vader.Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the mysterious Darth Vader.

  • Director
    • George Lucas
  • Writer
    • George Lucas
  • Stars
    • Mark Hamill
    • Harrison Ford
    • Carrie Fisher
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.6/10
    1.5M
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    304
    • Director
      • George Lucas
    • Writer
      • George Lucas
    • Stars
      • Mark Hamill
      • Harrison Ford
      • Carrie Fisher
    • 2.1KUser reviews
    • 204Critic reviews
    • 90Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #29
    • Won 6 Oscars
      • 69 wins & 30 nominations total

    Videos30

    Original Teaser Trailer
    Trailer 2:02
    Original Teaser Trailer
    Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
    Trailer 1:08
    Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
    Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
    Trailer 1:08
    Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
    The Legacy of Harrison Ford
    Clip 4:15
    The Legacy of Harrison Ford
    What Happens to Obi-Wan Kenobi Between Star Wars Trilogies?
    Clip 3:11
    What Happens to Obi-Wan Kenobi Between Star Wars Trilogies?
    "The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special" History Download
    Clip 4:48
    "The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special" History Download
    Jaws, Shreks, & Lion Kings: A Summer Blockbuster History
    Clip 7:23
    Jaws, Shreks, & Lion Kings: A Summer Blockbuster History

    Photos606

    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    + 598
    View Poster

    Top cast99+

    Edit
    Mark Hamill
    Mark Hamill
    • Luke Skywalker
    Harrison Ford
    Harrison Ford
    • Han Solo
    Carrie Fisher
    Carrie Fisher
    • Princess Leia Organa
    Alec Guinness
    Alec Guinness
    • Ben Obi-Wan Kenobi
    Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing
    • Grand Moff Tarkin
    Anthony Daniels
    Anthony Daniels
    • C-3PO
    Kenny Baker
    Kenny Baker
    • R2-D2
    Peter Mayhew
    Peter Mayhew
    • Chewbacca
    David Prowse
    David Prowse
    • Darth Vader
    Phil Brown
    Phil Brown
    • Uncle Owen
    Shelagh Fraser
    Shelagh Fraser
    • Aunt Beru
    Jack Purvis
    Jack Purvis
    • Chief Jawa
    Alex McCrindle
    Alex McCrindle
    • General Dodonna
    Eddie Byrne
    Eddie Byrne
    • General Willard
    Drewe Henley
    Drewe Henley
    • Red Leader
    • (as Drewe Hemley)
    Denis Lawson
    Denis Lawson
    • Red Two (Wedge)
    • (as Dennis Lawson)
    Garrick Hagon
    Garrick Hagon
    • Red Three (Biggs)
    Jack Klaff
    Jack Klaff
    • Red Four (John D.)
    • Director
      • George Lucas
    • Writer
      • George Lucas
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    The Life and Times of Harrison Ford

    The Life and Times of Harrison Ford

    Take a look back at Harrison Ford's movie career in photos.
    See more Harrison
    Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones en de tempel des doods (1984)
    Photos

    Storyline

    Edit

    Did you know

    Edit
    • Trivia
      George Lucas was so sure this movie would flop that instead of attending the premiere, he went on vacation to Hawaii with his good friend Steven Spielberg. It was on that vacation that they came up with the idea for Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981).
    • Goofs
      When C-3PO and R2-D2 are in the control room of the Death Star, the storm troopers barge in, and one hits his head on the door. This goof was highlighted in the remastered version with a comedy "donk" sound effect.
    • Quotes

      [Han answers the intercom after comandeering an attack station]

      Han Solo: [1:15:22] Uh, everything's under control. Situation normal.

      Voice: What happened?

      Han Solo: [getting nervous] Uh, we had a slight weapons malfunction, but uh... everything's perfectly all right now. We're fine. We're all fine here now, thank you. How are you?

      Voice: We're sending a squad up.

      Han Solo: Uh, uh... negative, negative. We had a reactor leak here now. Give us a few minutes to lock it down. Large leak, very dangerous.

      Voice: Who is this? What's your operating number?

      Han Solo: Uh...

      [Han shoots the intercom]

      Han Solo: [muttering] Boring conversation anyway. LUKE, WE'RE GONNA HAVE COMPANY!

    • Crazy credits
      The film has no opening credits. Instead, the first credits seen at the end of the film are presented in the order in which they would have otherwise been shown at the start. Although by the late 1990s it was commonplace for films to not have opening credits, in 1977 it was somewhat unusual for a major film to not have opening credits.
    • Alternate versions
      In the 1997 re-release, two of the Cantina Aliens that had werewolf heads have been replaced. One was replaced with lizard-like creature while the other was replaced by a creature with elephant tusks. Both the werewolves and their replacements can be seen in footage used in a supplemental DVD packaged with the soundtrack to Episode III.
    • Connections
      Edited into Dünyayi Kurtaran Adam (1982)

    User reviews2.1K

    Review
    Review
    Featured review
    9/10

    The beginning of a great story...

    The beginning of one of the most legendary franchises with one of the most elaborate worlds in the history of cinema.

    There is no denying, even if you are not a fan of this franchise, the contribution to cinema that this film has made.

    A charming and memorable soundtrack combined with strong and soulful scenes gives a wow effect.

    It is this movie that includes a huge number of events that capture you and immerse you in history. The powerful and dramatic first half, contrasting with the cheerful and humorous second, gives a very complete and versatile film.

    Characters - there's nothing to say here. Darth Vader - who can compete with him in popularity among villains except the Joker? The "kind" characters of the film - Luke Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi, Han Solo and others - are known to almost everyone. And for good reason!

    Yes, the graphics here are still a bit weak, but after such thoughts, look at the release date - 1977, and then remember the atmosphere and elaboration of this picture and think about whether you gave the right claims to this story?

    And the same "old" special effects are still very cool for those years and the eyes are not too sore.

    The only thing is that because of the possibilities of that time, Darth Vader does not look as cool as in new films and animations, and fights on light swords not best. But, unfortunately, these were the conditions before.

    George Lucas came up with an interesting idea - to start the franchise with the 4th film. But there were conditions for that - filming the first three episodes was impossible at that time.

    In general, this is the beginning of a great saga that is worth watching, it is not for nothing that it is considered a classic and revered by more than one generation.

    My rating is 9/10. Great!
    • saveliydalmatov
    • Dec 29, 2023
    • Permalink

    Top picks

    Sign in to rate and Watchlist for personalized recommendations
    Sign in

    FAQ49

    • How long is Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope?Powered by Alexa
    • When does this take place in the Star Wars timeline?
    • The opening crawl talks about "rebel spaceships striking from a hidden base" (and other stuff)- Are these events shown in any of the prequel movies?
    • Where does the "force" come from and is someone born with the powers of the "force" while others are not?

    Details

    Edit
    • Release date
      • December 15, 1977 (Netherlands)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Facebook
      • Instagram
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Star Wars - De sterrenoorlog
    • Filming locations
      • Tikal National Park, Guatemala(Fourth moon of Yavin)
    • Production companies
      • Lucasfilm
      • Twentieth Century Fox
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

    Edit
    • Budget
      • $11,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $460,998,507
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $1,554,475
      • May 30, 1977
    • Gross worldwide
      • $775,398,507
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    Edit
    • Runtime
      2 hours 1 minute
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Mono
      • 70 mm 6-Track
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

    Related news

    Contribute to this page

    Suggest an edit or add missing content
    Anthony Daniels, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, James Earl Jones, David Prowse, and Kenny Baker in Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977)
    Top Gap
    What is the streaming release date of Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977) in Canada?
    Answer
    • See more gaps
    • Learn more about contributing
    Edit page

    More to explore

    Recently viewed

    Please enable browser cookies to use this feature. Learn more.
    Get the IMDb app
    Sign in for more accessSign in for more access
    Follow IMDb on social
    Get the IMDb app
    For Android and iOS
    Get the IMDb app
    • Help
    • Site Index
    • IMDbPro
    • Box Office Mojo
    • License IMDb Data
    • Press Room
    • Advertising
    • Jobs
    • Conditions of Use
    • Privacy Policy
    • Your Ads Privacy Choices
    IMDb, an Amazon company

    © 1990-2024 by IMDb.com, Inc.