The highly anticipated new Star Wars movie, entitled “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”, has been creating a lot of excitement and buzz within the fan community. It is the ninth and final installment in the main Star Wars series, and brings to an end over four decades of storytelling that began with A New Hope in 1977.
One of the most common questions being asked about this latest entry into the franchise is, how long is it? This article will bring you all the information you need about its runtime and what it might mean for your cinema-going experience.
So without further ado, let’s dive in!
Firstly, let’s get straight to answering this pressing question – ‘how long is The Rise of Skywalker?’
According to official sources from Lucasfilm (the production company behind Star Wars) who announced on November 19th 2019 via Twitter that “The Rise of Skywalker” would have a run time just shy ten minutes past two hours – or precisely two hours thirty-five mins for cinephiles.
This puts The Rise Of Skywalker roughly at intermediate size when compared with other epic science-fiction/fantasy movies. For example Avengers: Endgame runs approximately three hours whilst Martin Scorsese’s Netflix produced masterpiece ‘The Irishman’ clocks in almost one full hour longer than Abrams upcoming adventure at three-and-a-half-hours
A close comparison with previous entries into this particular franchise reveals that each Star Wars film varies significantly regarding their runtime. Continuing a pattern established since George Lucas’ original trilogy premiered back in late ’70s / early ’80s.
Here’s how previous installments stack up:
– Episode IV: A New Hope – Runtime: 121 minutes
– Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back – Runtime: 124 minutes
– Episode VI: Return Of The Jedi – Runtime :135 Minutes
– Episode I:The Phantom Menace –Runtime :133 Minutes
– Episode II Attack Of Clones- Runtime :142 Minutes
– Episode III Revenge Of The Sith –Runtime :140Minutes
– Episode VII: The Force Awakens – Runtime: 136 minutes
– Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – Runtime: 133 minutes
– Episode VIII:The Last Jedi-Runtime 152 Minute
As you can see from the above, ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ is at a relatively expectable runtime for the franchise. It falls between the lowest and highest times on that list.
So now we know how long it will be, what does this mean for viewers?
Firstly, it’s important to note that whilst in cinema’s most individuals don’t pay attention or even realise film lengths unless they are marked as extended versions or limit special previews. It is essential to consider your comfort levels regarding extended sitting periods before purchasing tickets.
Viewers with weaker bladder control might want to consider multiple viewing trips or deciding against buying large beverages during their screening just so they can sustain themselves and make it through comfortably enough; being focused more on enjoying whatever magic lies ahead than counting down remaining time left in the escape of immersive fictional thrills.
Additionally longer movies aside from the aforementioned Irishman which may ‘Drag’ towards its end stage such idiosyncrasies usually are less common within Sci-fi/fantasy genres as actions & visuals often must keep moving rampantly forward across expansive landscapes (real or imagined by respective directors) alike
That said fatigue/tiredness may still happen here too with some slow scenes prolonging endings unnecessarily etcetera but rapid choreographed combat sequences both between giant machines/wizards/soldiers never really outstay an overstayer very quickly switching venues,equipment,fights-pits characters playing musical chairs nicely until victory/or defeat etcetera emerges decisively..
In summary:
‘Star Wars The Rise Of Skywalker’ clocks in at two hours thirty-five mins coming into theaters worldwide mid December 20th For fans invested in the larger context of the narrative and resolving arcs for loved characters having sat through all prior eight entries, it’s unlikely that a runtime of this length is going to cause any significant hinderances. For newbies to this franchise epic tales with extended runtimes may take some getting used to but are likely still worth giving a try as you will no doubt relish every second spent exploring and encountering a plethora of memorable intergalactic secrets, characters, creatures & dynamic worldbuilding on display throughout. Seeking out screenings at more comfortable show times or bringing along small creature comforts such as blankets can help maximize enjoyment whilst minimizing distraction during longer expositions.
Ultimately The Rise Of Skywalker’s Runtime boils down too personal preferences somewhat; however history has taught us within the films average-well performed production genres such as Star Wars (in particular) tend to get things just right leaving audiences pleased/disappointed not because of running time issues but rather directorial vision letdowns/revelation highs etcetera..