Written By Ken Hulsey
Exciting news for Star Wars fans! Multiple sources have confirmed that, to commemorate the film's 50th anniversary, Lucasfilm will bring the original version of Star Wars: A New Hope back to theaters on February 17, 2027. This is the untouched cut that fans remember, before George Lucas made changes and added new scenes over the years. That's right—get ready to chant "Han shot first" once more!
Looking back, it’s incredible how the landscape of Star Wars viewing has changed since the 1997 release of the Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition, which introduced new scenes and CGI effects. Since then, these updated versions have dominated the market, leaving many fans to hunt down old VHS tapes just to revisit the original films—if they still have access to a VHS player! Streaming platforms, as well as DVD and Blu-ray releases, have exclusively featured these Special Editions, making it difficult for newer fans to experience the magic of Star Wars as it originally was.
As someone who had the privilege of watching the original Star Wars in theaters back in 1977, it’s hard to fathom that an entire generation may not have seen it in its pure form. In fact, the original cut hasn't been on the big screen since 1978! As a longtime fan, I can barely contain my excitement over this news. It’s tough for me to see additions like Jabba the Hutt and changes to the infamous cantina scene as improvements; back then, those new CGI scenes felt a bit clunky, and let’s be honest, they haven’t aged particularly well.
Let’s cross our fingers and hope that Lucasfilm recognizes this demand for the original version and considers making it available for streaming and Blu-ray release in the future. A limited release in theaters is a fantastic opportunity, and you can count on me being one of the first in line to relive the adventure of a lifetime! So mark your calendars and prepare for a nostalgic trip to a galaxy far, far away!
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