The Star Wars Holiday Special (TV Movie – 1978) | Region-Free (DVD)

Although widely available, we’ve received numerous requests to include this as part of our Star Wars bundle options.

Title: The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)

Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Family

Plot Synopsis:
Set between the events of Star Wars: A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back, the story follows Han Solo and Chewbacca as they journey to the Wookiee home planet of Kashyyyk to celebrate Life Day with Chewbacca’s family. Along the way, they evade Imperial forces, while Chewbacca’s family—his wife Malla, son Lumpy, and father Itchy—await his return, encountering various characters and adventures.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Steve Binder
• Writers:
  • Pat Proft
  • Leonard Ripps
  • Bruce Vilanch
  • Rod Warren
  • Mitzie Welch
• Cast:
  • Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker
  • Harrison Ford as Han Solo
  • Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia
  • Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca
  • Anthony Daniels as C-3PO
  • James Earl Jones as the voice of Darth Vader
  • Bea Arthur as Ackmena
  • Art Carney as Saun Dann
  • Diahann Carroll as Mermeia
  • Harvey Korman in multiple roles

IMDb Link:
The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Review by Matt Lynch – ★☆☆☆☆
   “An absolute disaster in every conceivable way, and yet it’s kind of fascinating that this even exists.”
2. Review by Patrick Willems – ★★☆☆☆
   “A bizarre relic of the 70s that feels like a fever dream. Worth watching for the sheer novelty.”
3. Review by karsten – ★☆☆☆☆
   “So bad it’s almost good. Almost.”

Meta Description:
The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978) is a science fiction adventure that follows Han Solo and Chewbacca’s journey to Kashyyyk to celebrate Life Day. Featuring the original cast, including Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher, this unique television special blends space adventure with holiday themes.