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The Star Wars Holiday Special

3.419781h 37mPGMovieAdventureScience FictionFamily

Luke Skywalker and Han Solo battle evil Imperial forces to help Chewbacca reach his imperiled family on the Wookiee planet - in time for Life Day, their most important day of the year!

DirectorSteve Binder
WritersPat Proft·Leonard Ripps
ProducersGary Smith·Ken Welch

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Cast · Directed by Steve Binder

PMPeter Mayhew
Peter Mayhew
Chewbacca
MHMark Hamill
Mark Hamill
Luke Skywalker
CFCarrie Fisher
Carrie Fisher
Princess Leia Organa
HFHarrison Ford
Harrison Ford
Han Solo
ADAnthony Daniels
Anthony Daniels
C-3PO
JJJames Earl Jones
James Earl Jones
Darth Vader (voice)
BABea Arthur
Bea Arthur
Ackmena
ACArt Carney
Art Carney
Saun Dann
PKPaul Kantner
Paul Kantner
Holographic Band Member
DCDiahann Carroll
Diahann Carroll
Mermeia
DFDavid Freiberg
David Freiberg
Holographic Band Singer
MBMarty Balin
Marty Balin
Holographic Band Singer

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The Star Wars Holiday Special — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Star Wars Holiday Special?

The Star Wars Holiday Special isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Star Wars Holiday Special on Netflix?

No, The Star Wars Holiday Special is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Star Wars Holiday Special on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Star Wars Holiday Special isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch The Star Wars Holiday Special for free?

The Star Wars Holiday Special isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Star Wars Holiday Special?

The Star Wars Holiday Special hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 5, 1979. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.