Dark Empire (audio drama)


The Dark Empire audio drama represents a fully acted audio rendition of the Star Wars: Dark Empire comic book series from Dark Horse Comics. John Whitman adapted the work, using Tom Veitch's original material as a base. Arthur G. Insana took on the roles of producer and director, incorporating segments of John Williams's iconic musical compositions and realistic stereo sound effects. Time Warner AudioBooks initially distributed the adaptation as a pair of cassette tapes in 1994. Subsequently, on August 1, 1997, HighBridge Audio re-released it on cassette, and later, on May 5 2005, HighBridge Audio issued it as a two-disc CD set.

Publisher's summary

The struggle for freedom continues six years following the Battle of Endor (from Return of the Jedi). Luke Skywalker is immersed in exploring the mysteries of the Force

Han Solo and Princess Leia, who are now husband and wife, are trying to keep their twin offspring safe from harm. Although Darth Vader is deceased, a revived Empire—led by a mysterious figure—launches a counterattack against the Rebel Alliance. However, the Rebels come to realize that their most formidable adversary could be their closest ally: Luke Skywalker!

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Collected in

  • Dark Empire: The Collector's Edition

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