Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Naboo, a serene planet, a Trade Federation droid army invades. Jedi Knights Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi flee with Queen Amidala to Tatooine, where a young slave boy Anakin Skywalker shows unusual Force abilities. This film marks Lucas's return to directing after a 22-year hiatus.

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George Lucas directed Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace in 1999. See George Lucas's full filmography, where to start with George Lucas, or where to go after you've seen everything by George Lucas.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace was released in 1999 (EN original-language production), with a runtime of 136 minutes.