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The Empire Strikes Back

8.419802h 4mPGMovieAdventureActionScience Fiction

The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda. But Darth Vader is more determined than ever to capture Luke. Meanwhile, rebel leader Princess…

DirectorIrvin Kershner

WritersLeigh Brackett·Lawrence Kasdan

ProducersGary Kurtz·George Lucas

Where to watch

Disney Plus fuboTV

fuboTV

YouTube TV

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Irvin Kershner

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The Empire Strikes Back — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Empire Strikes Back?

The Empire Strikes Back is streaming on Disney Plus, fuboTV and YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Empire Strikes Back on Netflix?

No, The Empire Strikes Back is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus and fuboTV.

Is The Empire Strikes Back on Amazon Prime Video?

The Empire Strikes Back isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Empire Strikes Back for free?

The Empire Strikes Back is available on Disney Plus and fuboTV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Empire Strikes Back?

Yes — The Empire Strikes Back is followed by Return of the Jedi (1983) in the Star Wars Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Empire Strikes Back?

Yes — Star Wars (1977) comes before The Empire Strikes Back in the Star Wars Collection.

Is The Empire Strikes Back part of a trilogy?

No — The Empire Strikes Back is part of the Star Wars Collection, which has 9 films.

How many movies are in the Star Wars Collection?

There are 9 films in the Star Wars Collection: Star Wars (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Return of the Jedi (1983), Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002), Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005), Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019).