Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005)
Kernel Score: 89% · 14,721 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
Released: 2005-05-17
Runtime: 140 minutes
Is Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith worth watching?
Must-watch. The best of the prequel trilogy, where Anakin's fall to the dark side finally arrives. The ending is tragic and the duel is thrilling, though the dialogue can be clunky.
Watch it if you
- want to see how Darth Vader began
- love Star Wars lightsaber duels
- like tragic, epic stories
Skip it if you
- haven't seen the earlier prequels
- dislike stiff dialogue
Best for: Star Wars marathon
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
- Stream: Disney+, Fubo, YouTube TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When the sinister Sith unveil a thousand-year-old plot to rule the galaxy, the Republic crumbles and from its ashes rises the evil Galactic Empire. Jedi hero Anakin Skywalker must choose a side.
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith depicts the fall of a hero to darkness amid galactic war.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Frequent lightsaber battles, warfare, and a climactic volcano duel with intense action per the PG-13 rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker / Darth Vader
- Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi
- Natalie Portman as Padmé Amidala
- Ian McDiarmid as Chancellor Palpatine / Darth Sidious
- Samuel L. Jackson as Mace Windu
- Jimmy Smits as Senator Bail Organa
- Frank Oz as Yoda (voice)
- Anthony Daniels as C-3PO
- Christopher Lee as Count Dooku
- Keisha Castle-Hughes as Queen of Naboo
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith FAQ
Is Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith worth watching?
Must-watch. The best of the prequel trilogy, where Anakin's fall to the dark side finally arrives. The ending is tragic and the duel is thrilling, though the dialogue can be clunky.
Where can I watch Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith?
In the US you can stream Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith on Disney+, Fubo and YouTube TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith OK for kids?
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith depicts the fall of a hero to darkness amid galactic war.
What movies are like Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith?
If you liked Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, try Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.