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Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) original theatrical poster
#10 of 1999

Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999)

1999 · 134 minutes · Directed by George Lucas
IMDb rating6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Box office gross$1.05B

Synopsis

The Trade Federation blockades the planet Naboo in secret preparation for a full-scale invasion, disrupting order in the Galactic Republic. The Republic's leader, Supreme Chancellor Finis Valorum, dispatches Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi to negotiate with Trade Federation Viceroy Nute Gunray.

Starring

Liam NeesonEwan McGregorNatalie PortmanJake LloydAhmed Best
Box office
$1.047 billion
Budget
$113.8 million
IMDb votes
942,425

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