Lucasfilm and Disney have officially pulled back the curtain on a sweeping, global celebration honouring five decades of Star Wars. Kicking off in January 2027, the year-long event will span cinematic blockbusters, Disney+ originals, live orchestral concerts, immersive exhibitions, and major brand collaborations—all accompanied by a special 50th-anniversary logo featuring a newly orchestrated score by John Williams.
“It is incredibly special to mark the 50th anniversary by returning the original version of Star Wars to theatres so audiences can experience this part of film history on the big screen,”
Lucasfilm Co-President Lynwen Brennan.
Major Releases
The 2027 slate will bring a mix of beloved nostalgia and brand-new storytelling to both cinemas and living rooms:
- 20th January – Ahsoka Season 2 (Disney+): Rosario Dawson returns as Ahsoka Tano in the second season of the Emmy-winning series. Set after the fall of the Empire, the new season sees Ahsoka confronting what it means to be a Jedi while the New Republic faces the formidable threat of Grand Admiral Thrawn.
- 19th February – Star Wars (1977) Cinema Rerelease: A restored version of the original 1977 film returns to thousands of cinema screens worldwide. Alongside IMAX 70mm, screenings will be available in 70mm, 35mm, Digital IMAX, 4DX, and D-BOX, accompanied by new 50th-anniversary key art created by Matt Ferguson.
- 4th May – The Hero Awakens (Disney+): Premiering on Star Wars Day, this brand-new documentary from acclaimed filmmaker R.J. Cutler chronicles the making of the 1977 original using exclusive archival footage and audio captured during production.
- 28th May – Star Wars: Starfighter (Cinema): Directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, this new theatrical adventure introduces an entirely new era, characters, and locations. The story follows a cynical rogue forced into a dangerous galaxy-spanning adventure when confronted by his mysterious past. It will release globally in formats including select IMAX 70mm locations.
Live Experiences and Events
Not content with remaining just on the screen, fans will have multiple ways to step directly into the galaxy far, far away throughout the spring:
- Star Wars: The Experience (Opens 13th February): Launching at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, this world-premiere traveling exhibition offers an extensive behind-the-scenes journey through the franchise’s legacy. Tickets are already on sale.
- Cosm Shared Reality (March 2027): Immersive entertainment venues in Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit, and Los Angeles will debut a Shared Reality rendition of the 2019 edition of Star Wars: A New Hope on 12K+ LED domes, complete with bespoke food, themed environments, and an exclusive poster by Shepard Fairey’s Studio Number One.
- Star Wars Celebration (1st–4th April): Returning to the Los Angeles Convention Center, the sold-out flagship fan event will feature major panels, hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive merchandise, and special guests.
- Star Wars in Concert: The Skywalker Saga (2nd–3rd April): Hosted by C-3PO actor Anthony Daniels at the Hollywood Bowl—the site of the very first official Star Wars concert in November 1977—this live orchestral event will pair scenes from all nine Skywalker Saga films with John Williams’ iconic scores.
Collectibles and Brand Collaborations
Disney Consumer Products is marking the anniversary with a wide-ranging lineup of new and legacy brand partnerships across toys, luxury automotive, fashion, and art:
- The LEGO Group: Launching 1st January 2027, a seven-piece Star Wars collection will feature vehicles, helmets, and artwork inspired by the saga since 1977. Each set includes collectible poster tiles and exclusive minifigures based on Ralph McQuarrie’s original concept art.
- Hasbro: Preorders open 13 November for a new wave of 1977-inspired collectibles across the Black Series, Vintage Collection, and Retro lines.
- Luxury & Lifestyle Partners: British luxury automaker Aston Martin is teaming up with Lucasfilm for exclusive activations and product collaborations throughout the year. Fans can also expect anniversary collections from Steinway, Complex-presented artist Hajime Sorayama, adidas, and Mars, with more announcements slated for later this year and into 2027.
