Tag: 50th Anniversary
Star Wars: A New Hope and Star Wars: Starfighter to Debut in IMAX 70mm in 2027
In March, via an IMAX investor’s presentation, we learnt that Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) and Star Wars: Starfighter would be shown in IMAX, and now this has been officially confirmed by Disney/Lucasfilm with both films getting the IMAX 70mm treatment.
Matthew Rhys Too Scared to Speak to Harrison Ford About Becoming Han Solo
Matthew Rhys has revealed he was "too scared" to talk to Harrison Ford about being the voice of Han Solo in the Welsh language dub of the Star Wars: A New Hope.
Welsh Language Dub of Star Wars: A New Hope Produced by Lucasfilm and Disney with S4C
Announced at the National Eisteddfod, a Welsh language dub of the Star Wars: A New Hope has been produced by Lucasfilm and Disney in collaboration with S4C and the Welsh Government via Creative Wales.
First Look at Exhibit Renderings and Official Key Art for Star Wars: The Experience
During an exclusive panel at SDCC, moderated by Ashley Eckstein, we got to see official exhibition renderings and key art for Star Wars: The Experience - A Journey Through the Galaxy, opening at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 13th, 2027.
World Premiere of Star Wars: The Experience Comes to Philadelphia on February 13th, 2027
As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations for Star Wars, the world premiere exhibition, Star Wars: The Experience, an epic journey through the legacy of Star Wars, will open at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 13th, 2027.
Star Wars at 50: Shot at Shepperton in May and June 1976
Shepperton Studios are reminiscing how fifty years ago in 1976, the cast and crew of Star Wars spent a few weeks in mid-May and early June on H Stage to shoot the Grand Temple Throne Room, interiors of the Rebel Hangar and the Death Star attack briefing scene.
London Symphony Orchestra to Perform Star Wars Original Trilogy Scores in Spring 2027
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope, the London Symphony Orchestra will perform the scores of all three Star Wars Original Trilogy films over four days from April 29th to May 2nd, 2027 at London's Royal Albert Hall.
First Batch of Star Wars Celebration LA Merchandise Revealed
The first batch of Star Wars Celebration LA merchandise has been revealed at StarWars.com including some awesome looking items that celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original Star Wars film released in 1977.
Star Wars Celebration Hollywood Key Art and Save the Date
New key art for next year's Star Wars Celebration in Los Angeles between April 1st and 4th has been revealed, paying homage to the original Tom Jung poster from 1977, with tickets and preferred hotels set to go on sale May 6th, 2026.
Lars Homestead Piano Concert: Celebrating 50 Years of the Binary Sunset
Historic, first-ever live concert at the world-famous Lars Homestead set in Tunisia with pianist Micah Anderson on March 29th, 2026.
Galaxy Tours Presents Live Concert at the Lars Homestead: Celebrating 50 Years of the Binary Sunset
In celebration of fifty years of the binary sunset, filmed in Tunisia almost fifty years ago to the day, Galaxy Tours are presenting a live streamed concert at the Lars Homestead on March 29th, 2026, at 5pm BST | Noon EST, with virtuoso pianist Micah Anderson.
It Was Fifty Years Ago Today – Star Wars: A New Hope Began Filming
It was fifty years ago today on March 22nd, 1976, when principal photography on Star Wars: A New Hope started in Tunisia, and Lucas Seastrom takes us back to the first shot involving Phil Brown as Owen Lars and Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker.
Star Wars: A New Hope 50th Anniversary and Star Wars: Starfighter Getting IMAX Releases
A new IMAX investor’s presentation confirms that in addition to premium large format release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, Star Wars: A New Hope - 50th Anniversary and Star Wars: Starfighter will also get IMAX releases in 2027.
Building the X-wing: 50 Years After ILM Completed Its First ‘Star Wars’ Model
Jason Eaton, writing at ILM.com, takes an extensive deep dive into ILM’s creation of the original X-wing fighter miniatures for Star Wars: A New Hope, some fifty years ago.
Author Ian Failes on His New Book ‘Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation’
Lucasfilm's Lucas O. Seastrom talks to author Ian Failes about his new book Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation, scheduled for release on January 13th, 2026 (February 5th in the UK) by Lucasfilm Publishing and Abrams.
Original 1977 Cut of Star Wars Returns to Theaters for 50th Anniversary in 2027
The official site has shared an update on the return to theatres of A New Hope in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Star Wars in 2027, as many had hoped, the release will be the original 1977 cut of the film, in cinemas from February 19th for a limited time.
Star Wars: A New Hope Heading to IMAX in April 2027
During an Investor Presentation, IMAX have confirmed that Star Wars: A New Hope will be shown in IMAX cinemas in April 2027, as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the original release, although we still don't know which version of the film will be shown.
Skywalker Sound at 50: General Manager Josh Lowden on a Half-Century of Sonic Storytelling
Lucas Seastrom talks to Josh Lowden, the 25-year veteran and General Manager of Skywalker Sound, as they kick off their 50th anniversary celebration with a discussion about the company's legacy, creative process and future.
Star Wars: A New Hope Returns to Theaters for 50th Anniversary in April 2027
The official site at StarWars.com has announced that Star Wars: A New Hope will return to theaters everywhere in April 2027, as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the original release in 1977, continuing over the May 4th Star Wars Day holiday.
ILM’s Audacious Start in an Empty Warehouse Began 50 Years Ago
Lucas O. Seastrom writing at ILM.com takes a look back at the humble beginnings of Industrial Light & Magic, with George Lucas issuing formal shares of stock ownership in the new company almost fifty years ago to the day, on May 28th, 1975.
Behind the Magic | The Visual Effects of Severance
Take the elevator down and explore how Industrial Light & Magic brought the second season of Severance to life.
Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation
ince 1975, Industrial Light & Magic has created thousands of images across hundreds of films, series, attractions, and immersive experiences that have challenged our perceptions and inspired our imaginations.
ILM Visual Effects Legend Dennis Muren Visits Company’s Original Home | ILM 50th Anniversary
On Saturday night, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Industrial Light & Magic, visual effects legend Dennis Muren returned to the companies original home in Van Nuys, California.
ILM 50th Anniversary Merchandise Now Available Online
Clothing and accessories featuring the new ILM commemorative 50th anniversary logo, as designed by Hoodzpah, are available for purchase now on Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk.
Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast | Episode 17 – Fifty Years of ILM Panel
In the seventeenth episode of Industrial Light & Magic's Lighter Darker Podcast, Rob Bredow, Chief Creative Officer, Todd Vaziri, Senior Compositor, are joined by a panel including ILM veterans at Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025.
ILM Celebrates 50th Anniversary and Announces New Book
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of ILM, a new book titled Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation by Ian Failes will be released on November 5th, 2025 by Lucasfilm Publishing and Abrams.
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: Star Wars Celebration Heads to LA in April 2027
Announced as part of the closing ceremony of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025, Star Wars Celebration will return to the USA in 2027 for the 50th anniversary of Star Wars at the Los Angeles Convention Center between April 1st and 4th.
Galaxy Tours 50th Anniversary Group Tour with Lucasfilm Legend Roger Christian
Galaxy Tours will celebrate 50 years since the filming of Star Wars with an Anniversary Group Tour in Tunis between March 25th - 30th, 2026 with Lucasfilm Legend and Academy Award-winning set decorator Roger Christian.
Bob Iger Celebrates Fifty Years at the Walt Disney Company
Team Jedi News send our congratulations to Bob Iger who has just celebrated fifty years with the Walt Disney Company, and was presented with this recognition award featuring Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from Disney's first full length animated feature.
Sound Designer Walter Murch Looks Back on American Graffiti, 50 Years Later
As Lucasfilm's American Graffiti celebrates it's 50th anniversary, sound designer Walter Murch looks back at his collaboration with George Lucas to create an innovative soundscape using classic rock-n-roll recordings.
Defining Moments: American Graffiti – A Fateful Dance
“Defining Moments” is a continuing series of articles exploring key scenes or sequences from Lucasfilm’s many productions, and this edition looks at how actors Cindy Williams and Ron Howard formed the dramatic heart of Lucasfilm's first production.
History in Objects: Treasures from American Graffiti
History in Objects is a continuing series exploring Lucasfilm’s legacy stretching from their founding in 1971 to today, and their most recent article takes a look behind the scenes at rare items from a special exhibit inside Lucasfilm celebrating American Graffiti.
Lucasfilm Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of First Film, American Graffiti
Lucasfilm's first film, American Graffiti, celebrates it's 50th anniversary this year and the team at Lucasfilm take a look back at how the film came to fruition.
American Graffiti 50th Anniversary Edition Steelbook 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of George Lucas’ 1973 coming-of-age tale American Graffiti, Universal Pictures are bringing out a new edition of the film in Steelbook*, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and Digital editions on November 7th, 2023.
American Graffiti 50th Anniversary Returns to Cinemas on August 27th and 30th
Fathom Events and Universal Pictures are celebrating George Lucas’ 1973 coming-of-age tale American Graffiti with special screenings of the recently remastered film, also with a brand-new sound mix, on August 27th and 30th at select locations in North America.