---
title: "Star Wars: The Last Jedi"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/star-wars-the-last-jedi-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 181808
imdb_id: "tt2527336"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 152
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 16444
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/star-wars-the-last-jedi-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is a 2017 American epic space opera film written and directed by Rian Johnson. The film is produced by Lucasfilm and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, and it is the second installment of the Star Wars sequel trilogy. The story follows Rey as she develops her abilities with the help of Luke Skywalker. Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order. The film features a cast including Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, and Carrie Fisher. Star Wars: The Last Jedi can be streamed on Disney+. The film is also known as Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi, or simply The Last Jedi.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Rey seeks guidance from Luke Skywalker as the Resistance prepares for battle against the First Order."

### Why Watch
- features iconic characters
- showcases developing abilities

### Caveats & Content Note
- features intense conflict
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains sequences of fantasy action and battle-related tension.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: epic, dramatic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus, Hulu | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rian Johnson
- **Networks / Studios**: Lucasfilm Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mark Hamill** as *Luke Skywalker / Dobbu Scay (voice)*
- **Carrie Fisher** as *Leia Organa*
- **Adam Driver** as *Kylo Ren*
- **Daisy Ridley** as *Rey*
- **John Boyega** as *Finn*
- **Oscar Isaac** as *Poe Dameron*
- **Andy Serkis** as *Snoke*
- **Lupita Nyong'o** as *Maz Kanata*
- **Domhnall Gleeson** as *General Hux*
- **Anthony Daniels** as *C-3PO*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who guides Rey?
Rey receives guidance from Luke Skywalker.

### Q: What is the conflict?
The Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.

### Q: What are Rey's abilities?
Rey has newly discovered powers that unsettle Luke Skywalker.

### Q: Is Luke Skywalker in the film?
Yes, Luke Skywalker appears and provides guidance to Rey.

### Q: What is the First Order?
The First Order is the opposing force preparing to battle the Resistance.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Star Wars: The Last Jedi - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars:_The_Last_Jedi)
- [Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2527336/?xid=PS_smithsonian)
- [Star | Definition, Light, Names, & Facts | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/science/star-astronomy)
- [Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/181808-star-wars-the-last-jedi)
- [Stars - NASA Science](https://science.nasa.gov/universe/stars/)
- [Star Wars: The Last Jedi | Film | StarWars.com](https://www.starwars.com/films/star-wars-episode-viii-the-last-jedi)

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