Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005)

The epic conclusion to the prequel trilogy — where a hero falls, a villain is born, and a galaxy is forever changed.

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
  • Release Year: 2005
  • Directed by: George Lucas
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Adventure, Action, Sci-Fi
  • Age Rating (US): PG-13
  • Runtime: 2h 20m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • Release Date (Theatrical): May 17, 2005 (KW), May 19, 2005 (United States - PG-13), May 19, 2005 (Canada - PG), May 19, 2005 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 19, 2005 (Germany - 12), May 18, 2005 (France - 12), May 20, 2005 (India), May 19, 2005 (New Zealand - M), May 19, 2005 (Australia - M), May 19, 2005 (Brazil - 10), May 19, 2005 (Mexico - B), May 20, 2005 (Italy - T), May 19, 2005 (Spain - 12), May 26, 2005 (South Korea - ALL), May 19, 2005 (China)
  • Alternative Titles: Sith-fyrsternes hævn (DK), Η Εκδίκηση Των Σιθ (GR), Star Wars: Episode III (US), Star Wars: Episodio III - La venganza de los Sith (ES), Zemsta Sithów (PL), 스타워즈 에피소드 III: 시스의 복수 (KR), La vendetta dei Sith (IT), Месть Ситхов (RU)
  • Production Companies: Lucasfilm Ltd.
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith - Plot

When the sinister Sith unveil a thousand-year-old plot to rule the galaxy, the Republic crumbles and from its ashes rises the evil Galactic Empire. Jedi hero Anakin Skywalker must choose a side.

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith - Trailer

Watch the official trailer and witness the fall of Anakin Skywalker unfold:

Every story has a hero. Every hero has a destiny. Every saga has an end.

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Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • George Lucas

Main Cast

  • Hayden Christensen
  • Ewan McGregor
  • Natalie Portman
  • Ian McDiarmid
  • Samuel L. Jackson
  • Jimmy Smits
  • Frank Oz
  • Anthony Daniels
  • Christopher Lee
  • Keisha Castle-Hughes

Writers

  • George Lucas

Producers

  • Rick McCallum

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith - FAQs

Where can you stream Star Wars: Episode III?

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith is available to stream on Disney+. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Disney+ is the primary streaming home for all Star Wars films.

Why did Anakin Skywalker turn to the dark side?

Anakin turned to the dark side out of fear of losing Padmé Amidala. Manipulated by Chancellor Palpatine, who promised him the power to prevent death, Anakin pledged himself to the Sith. His desperation, distrust of the Jedi Council, and emotional vulnerability made him susceptible to Palpatine's corruption.

Is Revenge of the Sith the darkest Star Wars film?

Widely regarded as the darkest entry in the Star Wars saga, Revenge of the Sith depicts the fall of a hero, the massacre of the Jedi, and the birth of a totalitarian empire. Critics and fans consistently cite it as the most emotionally intense and tonally grim film in the franchise.

Who are the main actors in Revenge of the Sith?

The film stars Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader, Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi, Natalie Portman as Padmé Amidala, and Ian McDiarmid as Chancellor Palpatine/Darth Sidious. Samuel L. Jackson, Christopher Lee, Jimmy Smits, Frank Oz, and Anthony Daniels also appear in key roles.

What is the age rating for Revenge of the Sith?

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it the first Star Wars film to receive that rating. The MPAA cited sequences of sci-fi violence and some intense images as reasons for the classification.

How long is Star Wars: Episode III?

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes). It is the longest film in the prequel trilogy and features an expansive final act covering the fall of the Republic and the rise of the Galactic Empire.

Who directed Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith?

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith was written and directed by George Lucas. It marked his final directorial effort in the Star Wars franchise. Lucas also created the original trilogy and returned to direct all three prequel films, completing the saga he began in 1977.

Did Revenge of the Sith win any awards?

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith received an Academy Award nomination for Best Makeup and was recognized by the Saturn Awards, winning for Best Science Fiction Film. John Williams' score and the film's visual effects also earned widespread critical praise and industry recognition.

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