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Revenge of the Sith Becomes Second Highest-Grossing Film Re-Release in History

The 20th-anniversary re-release of the Star Wars prequel earned $42 million globally in its opening weekend, surpassing new films and cementing its place in box office history.

Anakin in Revenge of the Sith and The Mandalorian and Grogu
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Overview

  • Revenge of the Sith's 20th-anniversary re-release grossed $25 million in the U.S. and $17 million internationally, totaling $42 million over its opening weekend.
  • The film now ranks as the second highest-grossing re-release ever, trailing only Titanic's 2012 re-release, which earned $350 million globally.
  • The re-release outperformed new releases like The Accountant 2 and A Minecraft Movie, highlighting its enduring popularity among fans.
  • This success brings the film's lifetime global box office total to approximately $892.2 million, nearing the $900 million milestone.
  • The re-release reflects a broader fan reappraisal of the Star Wars prequel trilogy, particularly among younger audiences who have embraced Episode III as a cornerstone of the franchise.