Review of The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978) by Billy F — 17 Aug 2007

Even Bea Arthur can't save this mess. so hysterically bad. The worst part is the singing...and the really weird cameo by Jefferson Starship.

This review of The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978) was written by Billy F on 17 Aug 2007.

The Star Wars Holiday Special has generally received very negative reviews.

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