Key Takeaways
- Lucasfilm and Disney plan a year-long global celebration for Star Wars’ 50th anniversary in 2027, anchored by the restored original film’s theatrical return on February 19 and Shawn Levy’s Ryan Gosling-led Stars Wars: Starfighter on May 28.
- Ahsoka Season 2 premieres January 20, while R.J. Cutler’s making-of documentary The Hero Awakens arrives May 4, both on Disney+.
- The lineup spans a Philadelphia exhibition, Star Wars Celebration at Los Angeles Convention Center, Hollywood Bowl concerts, and anniversary collections from LEGO, Hasbro, adidas, Aston Martin, and Hajime Sorayama presented by Complex.
Star Wars turns 50 in 2027, and Lucasfilm and Disney just laid out how the galaxy far, far away is going to celebrate.
The year-long global celebration is led by a landmark theatrical re-release of the original 1977 film, the highly anticipated second season of Ahsoka, and the debut of Star Wars: Starfighter, backed by a global slate of exclusive fan experiences and limited-edition anniversary collaborations, including a new collaboration with Hajime Sorayama presented by Complex.
With 50 days to go before the 50th anniversary of Star Wars in 2027, Lucasfilm and Disney have offered a preview of the milestone year ahead. Starting in January, the celebration will honor five decades of storytelling with new project announcements, anniversary merchandise, dedicated fan events, archival releases, and reimagined Disney Parks and Cruise Line offerings. On top of that are several highly anticipated streaming and theatrical titles, plus a special 50th anniversary logo with a newly orchestrated score by John Williams.
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"It is incredibly special to mark the 50th anniversary by returning the original version of Star Wars to theaters so audiences can experience this part of film history on the big screen," says Lucasfilm Co-President Lynwen Brennan. "We look forward to celebrating with our fans all year long, from the releases of Ahsoka and Star Wars: Starfighter to exclusive merchandise, new publishing stories, unforgettable experiences, and interactive games. We are so thankful for our amazing community and hope these experiences bring joy to Star Wars fans everywhere."
Here is everything announced for the 50th anniversary so far.
Theatrical Releases
Star Wars (1977)
When: February 19
On February 19, Lucasfilm will release a restored version of the original Star Wars (1977) in theaters on thousands of screens globally. As previously revealed, the film will be available in IMAX 70mm. Additional formats announced today include Digital IMAX, Digital Cinema, 70mm, 35mm, 4DX, and D-BOX. The re-release also comes with new key art by Matt Ferguson, whose poster pays homage to the original created in 1977. Ticket on-sale information is still to come.
Star Wars: Starfighter
When: May 28
On May 28, Star Wars: Starfighter hits theaters globally. Directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, the film takes place in an entirely new era of Star Wars storytelling and features all-new characters and locations. When a cynical rogue is confronted by his mysterious past, he is hurled into a dangerous adventure across the galaxy that puts him on a crash course with destiny. Star Wars: Starfighter will be released in a wide variety of formats, including IMAX 70mm in a select number of IMAX film locations, with more formats to be announced.
Streaming Releases
Ahsoka Season 2
When: January 20
Ahsoka Tano returns to Disney+ on January 20, 2027, when the second season of Lucasfilm's Emmy Award-winning series Ahsoka premieres exclusively on the platform. Rosario Dawson once again stars in the title role. The series is set after the fall of the Empire and the rise of the New Republic, and finds Ahsoka confronting what it means to be a Jedi while the galaxy faces a formidable opponent in Grand Admiral Thrawn.
The Hero Awakens
When: May 4
On May the 4th, Lucasfilm will release The Hero Awakens, a brand-new documentary from acclaimed filmmaker R.J. Cutler, on Disney+. Detailing the making of Star Wars, the film exclusively features archival footage and audio captured during and around the making of the historic film in 1977. The Hero Awakens is produced by Lucasfilm, Cutler and This Machine, and Kennedy/Marshall.
Marquee Events
Star Wars: The Experience at The Franklin Institute
When: February 13
Tickets are on sale now for the world premiere exhibition Star Wars: The Experience – A Journey Through the Galaxy, which opens at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 13, 2027. Created by The Franklin Institute in collaboration with MDSX, Lucasfilm, and Disney Consumer Products, it is the largest and most comprehensive behind-the-scenes traveling exhibition celebrating the Star Wars galaxy, and the only official exhibition during the anniversary year. Tickets are timed and dated, and advance purchase is strongly recommended. Ticket information is available at fi.edu.
Star Wars: A New Hope at Cosm in Shared Reality
When: March 2027
Alongside the theatrical rerelease, Cosm will debut a Shared Reality rendition of Star Wars: A New Hope (the 2019 Disney+ edition) at its immersive entertainment venues in Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit, and Los Angeles starting March 2027. Inside Cosm's 12K+ immersive LED domes, fans will be transported to a galaxy far, far away, complete with themed environments and bespoke food and beverage offerings. The run also comes with a Cosm-exclusive poster by Studio Number One, Shepard Fairey's creative agency. Ticket information is still to come.
Star Wars Celebration
When: April 1-4
Star Wars Celebration returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from April 1-4. The sold-out event brings epic panels, hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive merchandise, and legendary guests.
Star Wars in Concert: The Skywalker Saga
When: April 2-3
That same weekend, Lucasfilm, Disney Concerts, AMP Worldwide, and Live Nation Hewitt Silva will bring the musical legacy of Star Wars to the Hollywood Bowl, the venue that hosted the very first official Star Wars concert in November 1977. Hosted by Anthony Daniels, the actor behind C-3PO, Star Wars in Concert: The Skywalker Saga pairs scenes from all nine Skywalker Saga films with John Williams' iconic scores, played by a world-class live orchestra. The production turns those scenes into a continuous concert narrative that takes fans through the entirety of the Skywalker Saga.
Collaborations and Collectibles
The celebration extends to a year-round rollout of new, unexpected, and legacy collaborations spanning collectibles, toys, apparel, automotive, food and beverage, electronics, and more. New and legacy licensees, including Hasbro, the LEGO Group, adidas, Mars, Aston Martin, Steinway, and Hajime Sorayama presented by Complex, will introduce 50th anniversary collections.
Hasbro
Hasbro unveiled a new assortment of products from its premium Star Wars: Black Series, Star Wars Vintage Collection, and Star Wars Retro lines, all inspired by the original 1977 film. Pre-orders open Nov. 13 on hasbro.com and at select retailers, with more collectibles arriving throughout the anniversary year.
LEGO
LEGO revealed a seven-piece LEGO Star Wars collection that spans artwork, vehicles, helmets, and display models inspired by iconic moments from across the saga since 1977. Each 50th anniversary set features exclusive LEGO mini-figures inspired by original Star Wars concept art by Ralph McQuarrie, along with reimagined collectible Star Wars poster tiles. The collection is available beginning Jan. 1, 2027 via LEGO.com/Star-Wars and LEGO Stores worldwide.
Aston Martin
The ultra-luxury British automaker is officially collaborating with Disney Consumer Products and Lucasfilm for the anniversary year, bringing together two iconic marques united by design, innovation, and creative storytelling. The partnership will pair British ultra-luxury craftsmanship with cinematic heritage through a series of exclusive activations and product collaborations throughout the year.
Hajime Sorayama Presented by Complex, Steinway, Mars, and More
Disney Consumer Products is marking 50 years of connecting Star Wars fans with the brands they love through a number of marquee collections tied to the anniversary. Returning favorites Mars and adidas are back, alongside new collaborations with Steinway and Hajime Sorayama presented by Complex.
And this is only the beginning. Disney and Lucasfilm will reveal even more cross-generational collaborations later this year and into 2027, featuring major global brands and more announcements.
Adidas
adidas is back for Star Wars’ 50th anniversary as one of the returning partners introducing anniversary collections in 2027, and the brand has already shared an early teaser on Instagram. Release dates and product details have not been announced yet.
For the latest updates on Star Wars 50th collaborations, visit StarWars.com.
