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Star Wars: Droids - The Great Heep

  • Science Fiction
  • Animation
  • Family
  • TV Movie
Confirmed1986-06-076.35.2Trakt

C-3PO and R2-D2 are on their way to Biitu to meet their new master, Mungo Baobab, when their ship is attacked and they are taken prisoner. Biitu has been taken over by the giant mechanical Great Heep who works with the Empire, enslaving the natives by using droid enforcers and draining R2 units to keep up his strength. Meanwhile Mungo has been imprisoned to be handed over to his arch enemy Admiral Screed.

Star Wars: Droids - The Great Heep is a 1986 animated TV movie following C-3PO and R2-D2 as they crash-land on the planet Biitu and discover it under the control of a massive mechanical villain. This family-friendly adventure combines classic Star Wars lore with original characters and explores themes of freedom and resistance against tyranny.

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When was Star Wars: Droids - The Great Heep released?

The film was released on June 7, 1986 as a TV movie.

What is the plot about?

C-3PO and R2-D2 are captured when their ship is attacked en route to meet their new master, Mungo Baobab. They discover the planet Biitu has been conquered by the Great Heep, a giant mechanical being working with the Empire who enslaves locals and drains R2 units for power.

Is this part of the Star Wars Droids series?

Yes, The Great Heep is part of the Star Wars: Droids animated universe, focusing on the adventures of C-3PO and R2-D2 with new characters and worlds.

Who are the main characters?

The story centers on droids C-3PO and R2-D2, introduces Mungo Baobab as their new master, and features antagonists including the Great Heep and Admiral Screed.

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