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| Language |
French, Spanish; Castilian (FRE, SPA) |
 | | Original language: |
English (ENG) |
| | Subtitle: |
English, French, Japanese, Spanish; Castilian (ENG, FRE, JPN, SPA) |
| | Description: | After the Rebels battle Imperial forces on the ice planet of Hoth, Han, Leia, Chewie, and C-3PO flee to Cloud City to seek help from the roguish Lando Calrissian, only to find themselves at the mercy of Darth Vader and bounty hunter Boba Fett. Meanwhile, Luke travels to the swamp planet Dagobah to learn from the Jedi Master Yoda before joining his friends and facing Vader, who reveals the shocking link between them. With Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, and Frank Oz as Yoda; Irvin Kershner directs. AKA: "The Empire Strikes Back." 127 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Three-disc set.Relive one of the most beloved chapters in cinema history with "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" on 4K UHD Blu-ray from Wd. This edition presents the film with stunning ultra-high-definition resolution and high dynamic range, delivering deeper blacks, brighter highlights and exceptional clarity that brings every lightsaber duel, starfighter chase and iconic scene to life. The 4K transfer allows you to see fine details in costumes, sets and visual effects that were never visible in earlier home-video releases, while the immersive audio mix enhances John Williams' legendary score and the explosive sound design of the Star Wars universe.
This release is ideal for collectors and fans who want to experience the film as close as possible to a premium theatrical presentation in their home cinema. The 4K UHD Blu-ray format offers robust physical media ownership, consistent image quality without streaming compression artifacts and fast, reliable access to the film and included audio tracks and subtitles. Thanks to modern mastering techniques, this edition respects the original look and feel of the movie while giving it the crispness and dynamism that today's displays can fully exploit.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, originally released in 1980, is widely regarded as one of the greatest sequels ever made and a landmark of science-fiction and fantasy filmmaking. The story continues the saga begun in Star Wars (later titled A New Hope), following Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo and their allies as they battle the oppressive Galactic Empire and confront darker, more personal revelations. The film deepens the mythology of the Force, expands the galaxy with memorable new locations and characters, and raises the emotional stakes with a more mature and complex narrative that has influenced generations of filmmakers.
The film is directed by Irvin Kershner, whose work on The Empire Strikes Back is often praised for its nuanced character development, balanced pacing and dramatic tone that set a new standard for blockbuster storytelling. The production is overseen and created by George Lucas, whose original Star Wars vision revolutionized visual effects, sound design and franchise filmmaking. The cast features Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, whose journey from hopeful farm boy to conflicted Jedi in the original trilogy became one of cinema's defining heroic arcs; Harrison Ford as Han Solo, whose roguish charm and magnetic screen presence helped establish him as one of Hollywood's most enduring leading men; and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia, whose sharp wit, leadership and strength turned her into an iconic figure in popular culture.
Also central to the film's impact is the presence of Darth Vader, performed by David Prowse with the unforgettable voice of James Earl Jones, whose portrayal of the Sith Lord has become a benchmark for cinematic villains. Billy Dee Williams joins the saga as Lando Calrissian, bringing charisma and complexity to one of the series' most memorable supporting characters. The score is composed by John Williams, a towering figure in film music whose themes for Star Wars are among the most recognizable in the world and whose broader body of work has shaped the sound of modern cinema. Collectively, these artists and many others helped make The Empire Strikes Back a cornerstone of film history.
The 4K UHD Blu-ray from Wd is crafted for viewers who value high-quality physical releases. While specific bonus content and technical specifications can vary by edition, this format is particularly well suited to home-theater enthusiasts who want stable, reference-grade playback on compatible 4K displays and sound systems. Wd, as the credited manufacturer of this edition, focuses on presenting established classics in durable, collector-friendly editions, with attention to image and sound fidelity tailored to the capabilities of the 4K UHD Blu-ray standard. | | | Actors: |
Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, David Prowse, Kenny Baker, Peter Mayhew, Frank Oz, Alec Guinness, Denis Lawson, John Ratzenberger, James Earl Jones |
| | Director: |
Irvin Kershner |
| | Manufacturer No.: |
LCA15877300UHD |
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