The Star Wars Holiday Special streaming
Genre
Adventure
Year
1978
Runtime
1h37

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Metascore

The Star Wars Holiday Special

Celebrate Life Day with the galaxy's favorite Wookiee family!

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Synopsis

In the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, Chewbacca and Han Solo embark on a journey to the Wookiee planet of Kashyyyk to celebrate Life Day with Chewie's family. Meanwhile, the Empire is in pursuit, and Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia try to come to their aid. As they navigate through various adventures, the special showcases musical performances and introduces new characters. The Star Wars Holiday Special is a unique and polarizing addition to the Star Wars universe, blending holiday themes with the iconic sci-fi saga.

Cast

  • Peter Mayhew

    Peter Mayhew

    Chewbacca

  • Mark Hamill

    Mark Hamill

    Luke Skywalker

  • Carrie Fisher

    Carrie Fisher

    Princess Leia Organa

  • Harrison Ford

    Harrison Ford

    Han Solo

  • Anthony Daniels

    Anthony Daniels

    C-3PO

  • James Earl Jones

    James Earl Jones

    Darth Vader (voice)

Reviews

The Star Wars Holiday Special has garnered mixed reviews over the years. While some appreciate its nostalgic charm and the introduction of the Wookiee-centric storyline, others criticize its disjointed plot and bizarre variety show segments. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a low 25% rating, with critics noting its lack of coherence and odd choices. IMDb rates it at 2.1/10, reflecting a general consensus on its shortcomings. Despite the negative aspects, some fans enjoy its vintage appeal and the opportunity to see beloved characters in a holiday setting.