Tag: Peter Cushing
Lucasfilm Wins Bid to Throw Out Legal Battle Over Peter Cushing’s Likeness in Rogue One
Lucasfilm has today won its bid to throw out a lawsuit with Tyburn Film Productions over the use Peter Cushing's likeness as Wilhuff Tarkin in 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
Legal Battle Over Peter Cushing’s Likeness in Rogue One Reaches Court of Appeal
The legal battle over using Peter Cushing’s likeness as Wilhuff Tarkin in 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has reached the Court of Appeal, with Lunak Heavy Industries (UK) Ltd, a Disney-owned entity, arguing the claim should be dismissed.
Peter Cushing Celebration Weekend in Whitstable on May 24th and 25th 2025
The Peter Cushing Celebration Weekend will take place in Whitstable on Saturday 24th May and Sunday 25th May 2025, and you can join on either date for a whole day devoted to the life and film career of the legendary British actor Peter Cushing.
Peter Cushing Becomes Latest Icon Given AI Resurrection in Hammer Film Documentary
In Sky's new documentary Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters, airing October 31st, viewers will be treated to a “powerful and poignant reveal of Hammer royalty,” as Peter Cushing is recreated using AI in a “special homage” to the veteran actor.
Lucasfilm Being Sued for Using Peter Cushing’s Likeness in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Peter Cushing’s likeness as Wilhuff Tarkin in 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is being challenged by Tyburn Film Productions, owned by Cushing's friend Kevin Francis, who are suing Lunak Heavy Industries, the company created by Disney/Lucasfilm to create the film.
Peter Cushing’s Star Wars Slippers Up for Auction on October 1st, 2023
These might very well be the slippers you're looking for, as Peter Cushing's slippers worn during the filming of Star Wars: A New Hope, because his leather boots were too tight, go up for auction with an estimate of £15,000 to £20,000 ($18,879 - $25,173).
Blue Plaque Installed Marking Former Home of Peter Cushing
The owners of Peter Cushing's former home discuss finding out who lived there before them.