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Return of the Jedi

Directed by Richard Marquand · 1983 ·

Short answer

Is Return of the Jedi worth watching?

Yes. Return of the Jedi (1983) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

85% Editorial Rating
87% Audience snapshot · excluded
79 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
8.3 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 12m
Age rating
PG (US) · U (UK) · PG (Australia) · 12 (South Korea)
Streaming
Disney+
Language
English

Also known as Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi El regreso del Jedi El retorno del Jedi Le Retour du Jedi Die Rückkehr der Jedi-Ritter Guerra nas Estrelas: O Retorno de Jedi スター・ウォーズ エピソード６／ジェダイの帰還 스타워즈 에피소드 6: 제다이의 귀환

Where to watch

  • Disney+

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Where to watch Return of the Jedi by country

Country Streaming on
India Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia Disney+
Japan Disney+
Malaysia Disney+
South Korea Disney+
Thailand Disney+
Turkey Disney+
United Kingdom Disney+
United States Disney+

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (87%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (79/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.3/10.

Best for

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

Not ideal for

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    Is Return of the Jedi worth watching?

    Yes — Return of the Jedi earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded adventure, action, sci-fi pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    IMDb Top 250 #91 (8.3/10) — Return of the Jedi remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Return of the Jedi about?

    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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    Return of the Jedi: frequently asked questions

    Is Return of the Jedi worth watching?

    Yes. Return of the Jedi (1983) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, 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 Return of the Jedi?

    In the United States, Return of the Jedi streams on Disney+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar 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 Return of the Jedi?

    Return of the Jedi runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).

    What is Return of the Jedi rated?

    Return of the Jedi is rated PG in the United States, U in the UK, PG in Australia and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Return of the Jedi?

    Return of the Jedi is directed by Richard Marquand and stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels.

    What is the Metascore for Return of the Jedi?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Return of the Jedi is 79 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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