Disney4me Posted December 6, 2025 Report Posted December 6, 2025 Brace yourself, Star Wars fans, the first film is officially coming back to theatres for the movie’s 50th anniversary! ©Lucasfilm Lucasfilm is going to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the film that started it all in a galaxy far far away, in the best way possible. On February 17th, 2027, you’ll be able to watch Star Wars in its original theatrical cut form in theatres! No one thought it was going to happen, but Star Wars fans were shouting, “Never tell me the odds.” The movie won’t be released until a little over a year, but at least we know that it’s finally coming. It’s extra exciting that it has been confirmed by Lucasfilm that it is, in fact, the original theatrical cut of the movie. Stormtroopers Earlier this year, the studio made the announcement that it would be bringing Star Wars, later titled Star Wars: A New Hope, back to theatres to celebrate the HUGE anniversary. However, everyone was asking which version would be coming. Would it be the Special Edition version that many have grown to know and most likely have only seen? The version that features Jabba the Hutt and the debated “Greedo shot first?” Millennium Falcon Well, the question has FINALLY been answered that it will be “a newly restored version of the classic Star Wars (1977) theatrical release” that will be playing in theatres for a limited time — a surprise to be sure, but a welcome one! It hasn’t been confirmed yet, but there are reports that it could even be coming to IMAX. Rise of the Resistance It’s going to be an amazing experience to watch the movie in theatres…and a rare one! George Lucas remastered the original trilogy back in 1997, making Special Editions that became the only versions that Lucasfilm would release. That included in theatres, on streaming, on DVD, etc. These are probably the only versions of the original trilogy that many have seen — so this experience will be like watching a new movie. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run At first, the re-release was supposed to drop on April 30th, 2027. Why that date? Well, that would have been a few weeks ahead of a new Star Wars film called Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling. However, they decided to choose earlier in the year for less theatrical competition. Rise of the Resistance Fans are going to be flooding the theatres at the beginning of 2027. We’re talking about a once-in-a-lifetime experience to watch Star Wars in its original glory — the way it was made. Chances are, not everyone there will have seen this version in a LONG TIME, if at all! Galaxy’s Edge With this announcement, Star Wars: Starfighter, The Mandalorian and Grogu, could Star Wars be back on track? Only time will tell! Make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more news and updates. JUST REVEALED: NEW Behind-the-Scenes Look at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Expansion Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are your thoughts on the announcement? Let us know in the comments! View the full article Quote
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