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Star Wars: The Phantom Menace

1999 • 136 minutes
3.5
211 reviews
52%
Tomatometer
PG
Rating
Eligible

About this movie

Experience the heroic action and unforgettable adventures of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. See the first fateful steps in the journey of Anakin Skywalker. Stranded on the desert planet Tatooine after rescuing young Queen Amidala from the impending invasion of Naboo, Jedi apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi and his Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn discover nine-year-old Anakin, a young slave unusually strong in the Force. Anakin wins a thrilling Podrace and with it his freedom as he leaves his home to be trained as a Jedi. The heroes return to Naboo where Anakin and the Queen face massive invasion forces while the two Jedi contend with a deadly foe named Darth Maul. Only then do they realize the invasion is merely the first step in a sinister scheme by the re-emergent forces of darkness known as the Sith.
Rating
PG

Extras

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Deleted Scene: Trash-Talking Droids
1 minute
As the Jedi arrive at the Naboo blockade, these trash-talking Trade Federation droids remark upon their presence.
Deleted Scene: Anakin's Scuffle with Greedo
1 minute
Qui-Gon breaks up a fight between Anakin and Greedo.
Deleted Scene: Bail Organa of Alderaan
1 minute
Adrian Dunbar was cast as Bail Organa for this brief appearance in Episode I. After the role was cut, the role was recast in Episode II with Jimmy Smits as Bail.
Deleted Scene: Complete Podrace Grid Sequence
7 minutes
The complete podrace grid sequence includes characters cut from the final version of Episode I.
Deleted Scene: Battle On The Boarding Ramp
1 minute
Qui-Gon Jinn's escape from Darth Maul on Tatooine was not as easy in this first iteration, which has the duel continue aboard the fleeing Naboo starship.
Deleted Scene: Extended Podrace Lap Two
3 minutes
In the extended version of Lap Two of the podrace, watch salvage droids clean up a podracer wreck, Teetmo get hit in the face with a bug and Tusken Raiders shooting at Jawas.
Deleted Scene: The Waterfall Sequence
1 minute
Qui-Gon, Obi-Wan and Jar Jar need to act fast when their inoperable bongo starts to go over a waterfall.
"The Beginning" Feature-Length Documentary
66 minutes
From preproduction, principal photography and postproduction to the opening night of Episode I, this documentary gives an insider's look into how one of the most anticipated movies ever was created.
The Podrace: Theatrical Edit
12 minutes
The original theatricial edit of the Episode I Podrace.
Deleted Scene: Anakin's Return
1 minute
After destroying the Droid Control Ship, young Anakin returns his "borrowed" Naboo starfighter to a group of incredulous pilots.
Discoveries From Inside: Models & Miniatures
4 minutes
Steve Gawley and Lorne Peterson discuss how they created miniscule and massive models that became classic pieces of the Star Wars universe, plus, how emerging technology altered the course of the Millennium Falcon and the art of “painting with 3D parts.”
Conversations: Doug Chiang Looks Back
5 minutes
Design Director Doug Chiang provides a look at Star Wars conceptual drawings and models and reveals the lessons learned from George Lucas that helped him create some of cinema’s most lasting and iconic images.

Ratings and reviews

3.5
211 reviews
Vickers Field
May 27, 2019
As im sure many have written here, i am one that despises this movie with a level of spite that really surprises me. the reasons have been spoken about by many better writers than me, but i think it comes down to four main points. The most irritating thing ever created in the history of the universe - Jar Jar Binks. The choice of actor for Anakin Skywalker - very distracting. The story was driven by an unimaginative line about a trade war. Finally, the palpable sense that the movie was driven by the idea of selling more happy meals at McDonalds. It felt like a sell out. Lucas should feel regret and shame about what he created after all those years. Yes. i feel like a beautiful story that was visceral and real, was wrenched away and i was given a pile of !@#$ in its place. so sad.
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Samuel Varvodic
December 8, 2016
I know half the Star Wars fan base wants to murder me right know but honestly the main reason people rip the films apart is because obviously can't stand up to the original trilogy however i watched the prequel trilogy before the original so i couldn't really compare it to anything allowing to see it for what it was. A decent sci-fi movie with good action amazing scenery and a great score. Also I don't care how much anyone hates these movies they aren't as bad as they are made out to be.
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Karan CAMBRIDGE
February 4, 2018
Boring. This movie is for people who like polltics and star wars. So happy that tey got new directors for 7 8 9 10 11 12. Could be used to torcher anyone . Jar Jar binks needs to go back to kindergarden. Don't w watch it
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