Star Wars - The Original Trilogy (Box Set) (DVD, 2006)

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The Star Wars trilogy is available as a four disc box set with the fourth disc containing a host of special features. STAR WARS - A NEW HOPE finds Princess Leia abducted by the Imperial Forces and rescued by Luke Skywalker and Captain Han Solo. THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK tells the story of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Captain Han Solo facing an attack by the evil Imperial Forces. Luke escapes to search for Yoda. RETURN OF THE JEDI finds Luke Skywalker on a rescue mission to save Princess Leia and Captain Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt while Luke completes his training with Yoda. Bonus features include a documentary detailing the Star Wars films called EMPIRE OF DREAMS which traces the evolution of the trilogy from low budget films into a movie phenomenon which elevated science fiction from lowly B-rated material into the big league. Also includes film footage from the making of the three films.

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EAN5039036017374
eBay Product ID (ePID)30485408

Product Key Features

ActorAlec Guinness, Harrison Ford, Billy Dee Williams, David Prowse, Kenny Baker, Peter Cushing, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels
Film/TV TitleStar Wars-The Original Trilogy (Box Set)
DirectorIrvin Kershner, Richard Marquand, George Lucas
LanguageEnglish
Run Time361 Mins
Aspect Ratio16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Release Year2006
FormatDVD
FranchiseStar Wars
FeaturesAudio commentary By George Lucas and cast and crew members on each film\Empire Of Dreams documentary\Behind the scenes preview of the return of Darth Vader\The birth of the lightsaber\The characters of Star Wars\The legacy of Star Wars\Trailer for video games\The Making of the games, Widescreen
GenreSci-Fi & Fantasy, General

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Number of Discs4
CertificatePG
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States of America
Additional InformationThe complete original STAR WARS trilogy in one set, in their 1997 remastered Special Edition versions, with an extra disc containing a documentary and other amazing extras. STAR WARS - A NEW HOPE, George Lucas's stunning sci-fi masterpiece, is arguably one of the most inventive and entertaining films ever made, garnering generations of loyal fans who are forever imprinted with the memory of its characters and dialogue. As the adventure begins, Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), an impulsive but goodhearted young man who lives on the dusty planet of Tatooine with his aunt and uncle, longs for the exciting life of a Rebel soldier. The Rebels, led by the headstrong Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), are fighting against the evil Empire, which has set about destroying planets inhabited by innocent citizens with the Death Star, a fearsome planet-like craft commanded by Grand Moff Tarkin (Peter Cushing) and the eternally frightful Darth Vader (David Prowse, with the voice of James Earl Jones). When Luke's aunt and uncle are murdered by the Empire's imperial stormtroopers and he finds a distress message from Princess Leia in one of his androids, R2-D2 (Kenny Baker), he must set out to find Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness), a mysterious old hermit with incredible powers. On his journey, Luke is aided by the roguish, sarcastic mercenary Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and his towering furry sidekick Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) as they run into a host of perilous situations while trying to rescue the princess--and the entire galaxy. THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK is considered the most morally and emotionally complex of this original trilogy and continues where Lucas's epic saga STAR WARS - A NEW HOPE left off. The Rebel Forces--which still include young adventurer Luke Skywalker, rogue pilot Han Solo, and the beautiful but seemingly humourless Princess Leia--have been successful in destroying the Evil Empire's Death Star. However, the Empire's top commander, the terrifying Lord Darth Vader, is scanning the galaxy for the Rebels' secret location. After a visually stunning-showdown on the ice planet Hoth, the Rebels are forced to flee, and Luke separates from Han and Leia. Masterful storytelling weaves multiple, archetypal plotlines that pit Vader against Han and Leia as he desperately attempts to capture Luke for political--and, secretly, personal--reasons. Luke, meanwhile, finds himself under the tutelage of the tiny but powerful old Jedi Master Yoda, who teaches him the ways of the Force and warns the impatient but talented student against the threat of the Dark Side. Greek tragedy meets a philosophical hero's journey in the film, a remarkable sci-fi epic in which the performances are as powerful as the spectacular special effects.In RETURN OF THE JEDI--the final part of the trilogy--Luke Skywalker embarks on a mission to find out if one of his enemies is a relation of his. Along for the ride are Princess Leia, Han Solo and other familiar faces from the first two movies. Jabba the
ReviewsSan Francisco Examiner - A marvelous child of Star Wars technology, the advanced sound design makes a celebratory re-viewing of George Lucas' legendary, 20-year-old space opera a thrilling experience., Chicago Sun-Times - If I were asked to say with certainty which movies will still be widely known a century or two from now, I would list "2001,'' "THE WIZARD OF OZ,''KEATON AND CHAPLIN, ASTAIRE AND ROGERS, and probably "CASABLANCA'' ... and "STAR WARS,'' for sure.
Sound sourceDolby Digital 5.1
Movie/TV TitleStar Wars - The Original Trilogy (Box Set)
VoiceJames Earl Jones
Consumer AdviceContains mild sci-fi action, mild violence and threat

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  • Most favourable review

    Worth another watch if like me you saw them first time around !

    Not seen these movies for probably more than 20 years. Thoroughly enjoyed watching them again. Visual effects are still excellent, the actors looked so young ... maybe not fiction, more a documentary ! Worth every penny.

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  • Most critical review

    Entertaining but not a classic.

    The original trilogy of Star Wars reminds of those Saturday mornings at the cinema to see the Lone Ranger and that sort of entertainment. Good family viewing with spectacular battle scenes that were revolutionary at the time of release. Also a bit of a love story to engage the audience. In short entertaining but not a classic.

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  • The Force is strong with this one.....

    .... so strong in fact, I changed back from the original trilogy on Blu-ray to this DVD boxed set! Worth it for the 4th DVD alone which contains lots of behind the scenes stuff and making of featurettes, which are fascinating to see, and really show how much effort, skill and vision went into the original movies all those years ago. Go for the GOLD packaged box set which was exclusive to HMV stores in the UK. I’ve had the black and silver box set of DVD’s before I upgraded to Blu-ray, but came back to this limited edition GOLD boxed set from HMV on DVD. Great picture. THX sound. Delighted! May the Force be with you.....

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  • Iconic sci fi fantasy

    The award winning original star wars trilogy plus additional material on the fourth DVD

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Star Wars trilogy set

    Fantastic didn’t think I’d be able to pick these up at such a great price ,, very pleased ,, love the Star Wars pictures ,, big fan ,, nice to see the original characters playing out the story line

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  • The best trilogy of all the star wars films

    Great storyline, great actors ahead of it's time

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  • top value entertainment for all ages

    you can't beat the original star wars with the original cast great entertainment for all ages with action and family stories as luke masters the force to take on the dark side of the force and his own father

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  • We’ll, you know. The original Star Wars Trilogy.

    My 12 year old son watched these for the first time over a weekend and loved them. Just like I did when I was his age.

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  • Good value

    I was considering canceling for a minute but I changed my mind. The box set being sold it arguably the better version of the original trilogy compared to the newer new releases.

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  • Star Wars

    Excellent film’s, brilliant to just watch one after the other, fab for a wee chill out day

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned