Where to watch The Empire Strikes Back in the US

Name: The Empire Strikes Back
Genre: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
Released: 1980-05-20
Cast: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels

The Empire Strikes Back (1980) is streaming in the US on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Philo, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, YouTube TV and AMC, included with a subscription.

Checked November 7, 2026. Streaming included with a subscription only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Movie
Year: 1980
Genre: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
Runtime: 2h 4m
Original language: English
Director: Irvin Kershner
Starring: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams and Anthony Daniels
IMDb: 8.7/10 (1,527,433 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

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Frequently asked questions about The Empire Strikes Back

Is The Empire Strikes Back on Netflix?

No, The Empire Strikes Back isn't on Netflix in the US right now. You can watch it on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Philo, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, YouTube TV and AMC.

Is The Empire Strikes Back on Hulu?

No, The Empire Strikes Back isn't on Hulu in the US right now. You can watch it on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Philo, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, YouTube TV and AMC.

Is The Empire Strikes Back on Disney+?

Yes, The Empire Strikes Back is streaming on Disney+ in the US and is included with a subscription.

How long is The Empire Strikes Back?

The Empire Strikes Back is 124 minutes long (2 hours and 4 minutes).

Who is in the cast of The Empire Strikes Back?

The cast includes Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams and Anthony Daniels.

Where to watch The Empire Strikes Back in the US

Frequently asked questions about The Empire Strikes Back

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