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Year: 1977
Runtime: 121 min
Language: English
Director: George Lucas
In a distant galaxy, Princess Leia's courageous spirit is tested as she becomes the unlikely symbol of hope for the Rebel Alliance. Joined by scrappy smuggler Han Solo and his trusty co-pilot Luke Skywalker, they embark on a perilous quest to rescue the princess from the Empire's clutches and ignite a spark of rebellion in the stars.
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Last Updated: January 18, 2025 at 14:36
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