The countdown to 2027 has officially begun! As revealed on Good Morning America this morning, Lucasfilm and Disney are kicking off a year long global celebration for the 50th anniversary of Star Wars. With the theme The Force Connects Us, the celebration honors where it all began in 1977 while opening new doors into the galaxy.
Star Wars (1977) Returns to Theaters February 19
The movie that started it all is heading back to the big screen around the world on February 19, 2027. You can see it in IMAX 70mm, 70mm, 35mm, Digital IMAX, 4DX and more. The release features a celebratory logo with a newly recorded John Williams score and new artwork by Matt Ferguson.
We first shared this news in Star Wars (1977) Is Coming to IMAX for the Very First Time.
Star Wars: Starfighter Opens May 28
Lucasfilm’s next feature film, Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, arrives in theaters on May 28, 2027. It will be released in a wide variety of formats, including IMAX 70mm at select IMAX film locations. Catch up on the latest in Star Wars: Starfighter Budget Revealed at $226.5 Million.
New Disney+ Documentary: The Hero Awakens
This might be the most exciting announcement for longtime fans. The Hero Awakens, a new documentary from R.J. Cutler, premieres on Disney+ on May 4, 2027, which is, of course, Star Wars Day. The documentary uses only never before seen footage and audio recorded during the original 1977 production to tell the story of how Star Wars was made.
A Star Wars Dome Experience at Cosm
Starting in late March 2027, Cosm will offer an immersive Star Wars experience on its giant shared reality dome screens, complete with special themed menus and an exclusive poster by Studio Number One.
Fan Events, Concerts and Collectibles
- Star Wars Celebration: Already sold out.
- The Skywalker Saga in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl.
- Star Wars: The Experience at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, with tickets on sale now. Get the details in Star Wars: The Experience Opens February 2027 in Philadelphia.
- Hasbro: Special 50th anniversary Black Series and Vintage Collection figures, with preorders opening November 13.
- LEGO: 50th anniversary sets featuring minifigures inspired by Ralph McQuarrie’s original concept art.
Every Star Wars 50th Anniversary Date
- November 13, 2026: Hasbro Black Series and Vintage Collection preorders open
- February 19, 2027: Star Wars (1977) returns to theaters
- February 2027: Star Wars: The Experience opens at The Franklin Institute
- Late March 2027: Cosm dome experience launches
- May 4, 2027: The Hero Awakens premieres on Disney+
- May 28, 2027: Star Wars: Starfighter opens in theaters
For every event announced so far, bookmark our Star Wars Turns 50: Every 50th Anniversary Celebration Announced for 2027 guide. And if you can’t wait until 2027, see who Darth on a Hearth is watching this holiday season.
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