Are you a Star Wars fan eagerly planning a marathon to watch all the movies in one go? Or are you simply wondering how long each movie is before starting your next viewing session?
Look no further, because we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll break down each movie’s runtime, from the original trilogy to the latest additions to the franchise.
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977)
This is where it all began. The original Star Wars movie, released in 1977, introduced us to Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo and the rest of the gang. It has a runtime of 121 minutes, or just over 2 hours.
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
The second installment of the original trilogy, often considered by fans as one of the best Star Wars movies ever made, has a runtime of 124 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983)
The final chapter in the original trilogy sees Luke Skywalker confront Darth Vader one last time and bring balance to the Force. It has a runtime of 131 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999)
The first episode in the prequel trilogy takes us back in time to before Luke Skywalker was born. It has a runtime of 136 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
The second episode in the prequel trilogy focuses on Anakin Skywalker’s journey towards becoming Darth Vader. It has a runtime of 142 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005)
The final chapter in the prequel trilogy shows us Anakin Skywalker’s complete transformation into Darth Vader and the rise of the Empire. It has a runtime of 140 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
This standalone movie takes place just before the events of A New Hope and shows us the group of rebels that steal the plans for the Death Star. It has a runtime of 133 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015)
The first movie in the sequel trilogy sees a new generation of heroes take up the mantle, as they fight to stop an evil empire from rising once again. It has a runtime of 138 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
The second installment in the sequel trilogy sees our heroes face new challenges as they fight to protect what’s left of the Resistance. It has a runtime of 152 minutes, or just over 2 hours and 32 minutes.
Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
The final chapter in the Skywalker saga brings an end to decades worth of storytelling.
- In conclusion,
As you can see, the Star Wars movies vary in length, with most of them falling between the 2-hour to 2-hour-and-30-minute mark. So, if you’re planning a marathon, make sure you set aside plenty of time! May the Force be with you.
