'Star Wars: A New Hope' Returns to Theaters for 50th Anniversary

As part of Lucasfilm’s yearlong 50th anniversary celebration in 2027.

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  • Star Wars: A New Hope is returning to theaters for its 50th anniversary
  • Lucasfilm will be hosting a “yearlong 50th anniversary celebration” that includes the re-release
  • The original Star Wars film will be back in theaters starting on April 30, 2027

George Lucas changed the film industry in 1977 with the release of Star Wars. While it immediately became clear that Lucas had a hit on his hand, nobody could have expected it to grow into the behemoth of a franchise that it is today. Sequels, spin-offs, TV shows, novels, and many more pieces of media make up the expansive galaxy far, far away that we know today.

While fans prepare themselves for upcoming releases, which include a wide variety of films in development and animated shows like Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 and Maul: Shadow Lord, Lucasfilm is ready to turn back time. The original film, Star Wars, now known as Star Wars: A New Hope, will be returning to theaters for its 50th anniversary in 2027. Information regarding this re-release is sparse, however, it is noted that 2027 will feature a “yearlong 50th anniversary celebration” from Lucasfilm.

Star Wars: A New Hope will be returning to theaters worldwide on April 30, 2027 for a limited time, including on May the Fourth (May 4). Stay tuned for updates on ticket sales as Lucasfilm prepares for its 50th anniversary celebration.

 

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