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Star Wars

Directed by George Lucas · 1977 ·

Short answer

Is Star Wars worth watching?

Yes. Star Wars (1977) earns an 88% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

88%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

93% Editorial Rating
96% Audience snapshot · excluded
90 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.2
8.6 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 1m
Age rating
PG (US) · U (UK) · U (India) · PG (Australia) · PG (Canada)
Streaming
Disney+
Language
English

Also known as Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope स्टार वॉर्स एपिसोड IV: अ न्यू होप La guerra de las galaxias La Guerre des étoiles Krieg der Sterne Guerra nas Estrelas スター・ウォーズ エピソード４／新たなる希望 스타워즈 에피소드 4: 새로운 희망

Where to watch

  • Disney+

Rent: Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Star Wars by country

Country Streaming on
India Disney+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV
Indonesia Disney+
Japan Disney+
Malaysia Disney+
South Korea Disney+
Thailand Disney+
Turkey Disney+
United Kingdom Disney+
United States Disney+

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (96%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (90/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.6/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, adventure pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Star Wars worth watching?

    Yes — Star Wars earns an 88% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, adventure pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    George Lucas changed Hollywood economics forever with this space-opera fairy tale for the ages.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Star Wars about?

    Farm boy Luke Skywalker joins rebels fighting the Galactic Empire after discovering a message from Princess Leia and learning the ways of the Force.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Star Wars

    Star Wars (1977) Review: The Myth That Remade Hollywood

    Star Wars (1977) is George Lucas's space-opera fairy tale, a film that reshaped Hollywood and still works as a brisk, joyful adventure nearly fifty years on.

    Yes, absolutely. It is essential viewing for anyone who loves adventure films, and it plays just as well for first-time viewers and families as it does for returning fans.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

    Star Wars stills

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    Star Wars: frequently asked questions

    Is Star Wars worth watching?

    Yes. Star Wars (1977) has a Celluloid Score of 88%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Star Wars?

    In the United States, Star Wars streams on Disney+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar, Vi Movies & TV in India; Disney+ in Indonesia; Disney+ in Japan; Disney+ in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Star Wars?

    Star Wars runs 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).

    What is Star Wars rated?

    Star Wars is rated PG in the United States, U in the UK, U in India, PG in Australia and PG in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Star Wars?

    Star Wars is directed by George Lucas and stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher.

    What is the Metascore for Star Wars?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Star Wars is 90 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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