The Star Wars: Episode V - Empire Strikes Back (1980) Original Movie Poster

Twentieth Century Fox Original U.S. One-Sheet Advance or Teaser poster for the Irvin Kershner directed space fantasy THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980). At least this is what the film was titled when it was released. As time went on, as it has a way of doing, the Empire builders at Lucasfilms had prequels and sequels in their sights, and the film was retitled STAR WARS: EPISODE V - THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK. This was the second film to come out in the STAR WARS series, and many critics consider it to be the best film in the original trilogy with a distinctive "dark" side. The special effects were considerably better than the first movie-from the amazing invasion near the beginning by the huge Imperial Walkers, reminiscent of Hannibal's use of elephants in the Punic Wars, to the ultra-exciting light saber duel between Luke and Vader at the conclusion. In between, we are first introduced to Jedi master Yoda, who must try to train the impatient Luke in the ways of a Jedi warrior. While STAR WARS is optimistic with a happy ending, this film explores the overwhelming power and relentless evil of the Dark Side. It begins gloomily and ends with just a glimmer of hope after a finale of betrayal and revelation. MovieArt Austin guarantees the originality and authenticity of this poster. We regard the condition of the poster as fine plus, and we recommend linen-backing. Ask us about poster conservation services.

Harrison Ford 1 - Actor
Mark Hamill - Actor
Carrie Fisher - Actor
IRVIN KERSHNER - Director
Billy Dee Williams - Actor
James Earl Jones -
John Glover - Actor
Treat Williams - Actor
Kenneth Colley - Actor
Kenny Baker 2 - Actor
Julian Glover - Actor