Original 'Star Wars' returns to theaters for 50th anniversary

Entertainment Dec 06, 2025

The original 1977 Star Wars movie is coming back to theaters on February 17, 2027, for its big 50th anniversary.
For the first time in decades, fans will get to watch the film just as it was originally shown—no extra CGI or edits.

Why this matters

For years, only the Special Edition with added effects and changes like Greedo shooting first has been available in theaters.
Now, Lucasfilm is bringing back a newly restored version of the classic cut for a limited run.