The Big Power

Thirty years after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, the galaxy has returned to chaos. A new threat, the First Order, has risen from the ashes of the Empire and hunts for Luke Skywalker. A desert scavenger named Rey, a rogue stormtrooper named Finn, and a Resistance pilot named Poe Dameron must join forces with Han Solo and Chewbacca to find the legendary Jedi and save the galaxy from the First Order's tyrannical grip.

The Force Awakens was a massive commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, visual effects, and faithfulness to the original trilogy's spirit, though some criticized its perceived similarity to A New Hope.

• Visually stunning and action-packed, capturing the magic of the original trilogy.

• Strong new characters are introduced, carrying the torch for the next generation.

• Familiar plot elements, while comforting to some, felt derivative to others.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's exciting action sequences, impressive special effects, and the compelling performances of the new cast members. Many praised the nostalgic return to the Star Wars universe and the sense of adventure. Some viewers, however, felt the plot relied too heavily on the original film's structure.

Nominated for 5 Academy Awards (including Best Original Score and Best Visual Effects), won 1 BAFTA Award for Special Visual Effects.

Harrison Ford famously injured his leg on set while filming a scene aboard the Millennium Falcon, requiring a metal ramp to be used as a prop instead of the full set he was meant to interact with.