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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999): Cast & Ratings

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) movie poster

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace is a 1999 action adventure film directed by George Lucas, starring Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman. It runs 2 hours 16 minutes and earned $1.05 billion worldwide on a $115 million budget. It was nominated for 3 Oscars. Critics gave it 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

IMDb rating
6.6/10
worldwide gross
$1B
award nominations
9
Metascore
51
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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 16m (136 min)
Director
George Lucas
Original language
English
Budget
$115M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace About?

The premise of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A heroic rescue mission on the desert planet Tatooine initiates an epic adventure. Young Anakin Skywalker, possessing a powerful connection to the Force, secures his freedom through a thrilling Podrace and joins Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn. Together, they embark on a quest to protect Queen Amidala and her kingdom from a looming invasion. Facing off against the malevolent Sith, the journey tests their courage and reveals the emergence of new heroes amidst a dramatic clash between good and evil.

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Cast

Liam Neeson leads the cast, with Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman. Directed by George Lucas.

From the director

More from George Lucas

More films directed by George Lucas, best-rated first: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, THX 1138 and Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones.

Full filmography
Ratings

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

Plot

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Plot Summary

What happens in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The Galactic Republic is thrown into chaos as the Trade Federation, under the covert influence of the Sith Lord Darth Sidious, initiates a blockade of the planet Naboo. In response, Supreme Chancellor Finis Valorum dispatches Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice, Obi-Wan Kenobi, to negotiate with Viceroy Nute Gunray. However, their mission takes a dark turn when Sidious commands Gunray to eliminate the Jedi and commence a full-scale invasion using a legion of battle droids. Narrowly escaping, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan make their way to Naboo.

Full summary

The whole story of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, scene by scene

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Box office

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Box Office & Budget

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace grossed $1.05 billion worldwide on a $115 million budget, 9.1 times what it cost. $487.6 million came from the US and Canada and $558.9 million (53%) from the rest of the world.

1999 box office

Worldwide gross

$1B

9.1× its budget

US & Canada
$487.6M
International
$558.9M
Budget
$115M
US & Canada 47% Rest of the world 53%
Awards

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Awards & Nominations

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace was nominated for 3 Oscars. The 9 nominations come from 3 ceremonies, the most at the Saturn Awards 2000.

9 nominations3 ceremonies

  • Saturn Awards logo
    Saturn Awards 2000 4 nominations
    • Nominated Best Director – George Lucas
    • Nominated Best Performance by a Younger Actor/Actress – Natalie Portman
    • Nominated Best Supporting Actor
    • Nominated Best Supporting Actress
  • Academy Awards (Oscars) logo
    Oscars 2000 3 nominations
    • Nominated Sound
    • Nominated Sound Effects Editing
    • Nominated Visual Effects
  • British Academy Film Awards logo
    BAFTA 2000 2 nominations
    • Nominated Best Sound
    • Nominated Best Special Visual Effects
Videos

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 1 trailer, 1 clip and 2 behind-the-scenes videos.

Remastered Trailer
  • Clip Freedom of Naboo (Celebration Parade)
  • Behind the Scenes Story Featurette
  • Behind the Scenes Behind the Scenes
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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Who is the Jedi Master sent to negotiate with the Trade Federation?

Details

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace Also Known As

81 alternative titles, including “Star Wars I: The Phantom Menace” and “Skrytá hrozba”.

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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace runs 2 hours 16 minutes (136 minutes).

When was Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace released?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace was released on May 19, 1999.

Who directed Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace was directed by George Lucas.

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Who is in the cast of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace stars Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman.

How much did Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace make at the box office?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace grossed $1.05 billion worldwide ($487.6 million domestic, $558.9 million international) on a budget of $115 million.

How is Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace rated?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 51 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.

Was Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace nominated for any awards?

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace received 9 nominations across 3 ceremonies.

Does Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace have a post-credit scene?

No. Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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