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Star Wars: A New Hope Returns to Theaters April 30, 2027 for 50th Anniversary

Lucasfilm plans a limited run through Star Wars Day as part of a yearlong celebration, with details on versions and ticketing to follow

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Overview

  • Disney and Lucasfilm officially set April 30, 2027 for the theatrical re-release of Star Wars: A New Hope
  • The engagement will extend through May 4, 2027—Star Wars Day—underscoring the franchise’s big-screen legacy
  • This event serves as the centerpiece of Lucasfilm’s yearlong 50th anniversary slate for the original film
  • The studio has not yet specified whether the original 1977 cut or a later special edition will be screened
  • Exact ticket sale dates and theater listings are pending and will be announced closer to the re-release