The Best Movies Directed By George Lucas
Over 200 movie fans have come together to vote on this list of movies directed by George Lucas, a filmmaker who has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. From epic space operas to coming-of-age tales set in small-town America, Lucas has proven himself to be a versatile director with an eye for spectacle and heart.
The films that made the cut range from beloved classics that have stood the test of time, to underrated gems that deserve more attention than they received upon release. Each title showcases a different facet of Lucas's creative vision, highlighting his strengths as both a visual storyteller and a masterful world-builder.
What makes these movies so special is not just their technical prowess or grandeur; it's also the way they connect with audiences on an emotional level. Whether exploring themes of friendship and loyalty in Star Wars or nostalgia and identity in American Graffiti, each film invites viewers into its own unique universe and asks them to invest themselves fully in its characters' journeys.
So whether you're a die-hard fan looking for new insights into your favorite films or simply someone curious about what all the fuss is about when it comes to George Lucas's work behind the camera, this list has something for everyone. So scroll down below and don't forget to vote up your favorites.
- 1Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher
- Released: 1977
- Directed by: George Lucas
The Imperial Forces -- under orders from cruel Darth Vader (David Prowse) -- hold Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) hostage, in their efforts to quell the rebellion against the Galactic Empire. Luke ...more - 2Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: George Lucas
It has been three years since the Clone Wars began. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) and Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) rescue Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) from ...more - 3Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat
- 4Robert Duvall, Donald Pleasence, Sid Haig
- Released: 1971
- Directed by: George Lucas
THX 1138 is a 1971 science fiction film directed by George Lucas in his feature directorial debut. The film was produced by Francis Ford Coppola and written by Lucas and Walter Murch. It stars Robert ...more - 5Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: George Lucas
Set ten years after the events of "The Phantom Menace," the Republic continues to be mired in strife and chaos. A separatist movement encompassing hundreds of planets and powerful corporate alliances ...more - 6Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: George Lucas
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) is a young apprentice Jedi knight under the tutelage of Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) ; Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd), who will later father Luke Skywalker and become ...more