Popularity comparison

The Empire Strikes Back vs Return of the Jedi

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 9, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Empire Strikes Back is the most popular at 3.2, followed by Return of the Jedi at 2.8. The Empire Strikes Back has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 2.2. Return of the Jedi has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 7.5 during Dec 5, 2020 – Jan 3, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 8, 2026

The Empire Strikes Back3.253% · #328 in Film

Return of the Jedi2.847% · #430 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Empire Strikes Back2.252% · #610 in Film

Return of the Jedi2.048% · #688 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Empire Strikes Back5.844% · #1,435 in Film · May 4 – Jun 2, 2022

Return of the Jedi7.556% · #1,184 in Film · Dec 5, 2020 – Jan 3, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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