Return of the Jedi
Luke Skywalker leads a mission to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of Jabba the Hutt, the Emperor prepares to crush the Rebellion with a more powerful Death Star, and the Rebel fleet mounts a massive attack on the space station. Luke Skywalker confronts Darth Vader in a final climactic duel before the evil Emperor.
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Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Luke Skywalker Fights the Rancor - Official Clip
Yoda’s Last Lesson For Luke Skywalker - Official Clip
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Frequently asked questions about Return of the Jedi
Where can I watch Return of the Jedi in the United States?
Return of the Jedi is available to stream on Disney Plus in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Return of the Jedi on Disney Plus?
Yes. Return of the Jedi is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States.
Can I watch Return of the Jedi for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Return of the Jedi needs a subscription to Disney Plus, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, and Anthony Daniels. Richard Marquand is the director.
How long is Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi runs 2h 12m (132 minutes).
When did Return of the Jedi come out?
Return of the Jedi was released on May 25, 1983.
Which studio made Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi was produced by Lucasfilm Ltd. in the United States.
What was the budget for Return of the Jedi?
Return of the Jedi was made on a budget of $32,350,000.
How much did Return of the Jedi make at the box office?
Return of the Jedi grossed $572,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $32,350,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.