Star Wars
Episode IV – A New Hope
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is a 1977 Action Sci-Fi film released on 25th May; George Lucas directed the film which stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, and Carrie Fisher. A sequel, Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back, was released in 1980. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $764,398,007 on its budget.
Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over the galactic Empire. Venturesome Luke Skywalker and dashing captain Han Solo team together with the loveable robot duo R2-D2 and C-3PO to rescue the beautiful princess and restore peace and justice in the Empire.
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Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
1% 13-19
10% 20-29
14% 30-39
11% 40-49
6% 50-59
6% 60-69
51% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
14% Female
86% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
1% Good
99% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
1% Smuggler
99% Unknown
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope FAQ
When was Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope released?
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope was released on Wednesday May 25th, 1977.
Who plays the lead role(s) in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope?
The lead role is played by Mark Hamill in the role of Luke Skywalker.
How much did Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope cost to make?
The budget was $11,000,000.
How much money did Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope make?
The worldwide revenue was $775,398,007.
Is Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope on Netflix?
No, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope on Amazon Prime?
No, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope on Disney Plus?
Yes, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is currently available on Disney+ in the United States