On the occasion of his birthday, we look at George Lucas' illustrious career as screenwriter and director, through his best works. (Compiled by Thomas Tom)
Luke Skywalker, a farm boy on the planet Tatooine, is whisked into adventure that takes place in outer space.
In this coming-of-age story set in the 60s, a bunch of students decide to go on a road trip through the night.
Dr Henry Jones, professor of archaeology, must go around the world to recover the Lost Ark and stop the Nazis as Indiana Jones.
Set during the Clone Wars in the Star Wars Universe, it follows Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, heroes of the Republic, and their war against the Separatist Alliance, led by Count Dooku.
At the end of the Clone Wars, Anakin realises that he may lose those closest to him, entering a path into the dark side.
A young aspiring sorcerer must save a baby princess from the machinations of an evil queen.
Society has taken a turn into dystopia. Emotions are suppressed and android police maintain order. One man, THX, must escape it all.