Carrie Fisher takes her dog Gary to Star Wars premiere

Star Wars: Cast hit red carpet for UK premiere

The cast of Star Wars: The Force Awakens have been on the red carpet in London's Leicester Square ahead of the film's UK premiere.

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Star Wars fans have been eagerly awaiting the UK premiere of The Force Awakens - but it was Carrie Fisher's dog who stole the show.

Carrie Fisher holds back a stormtrooper pointing at her dog. Credit: PA

The Princess Leia actress walked the red carpet with her pet pooch Gary - and at one point it looked like she nearly took a tumble.

Is the Force is not with you Princess Leia? Credit: PA

But not one to worry about the paps Carrie promptly got on the floor with Gary rather than posing for pictures.

Carrie sits on the floor holding Gary's paw. Credit: PA

The seventh installment of Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits UK cinemas from today, December 17.

Last updated Thu 17 Dec 2015