Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars” franchise is getting its first IMAX 70mm presentation with two upcoming releases. The 1977 film “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope” is scheduled to return in early 2027 for its 50th anniversary and will be shown in IMAX 70mm. Alongside it, “Star Wars: Starfighter,” a new universe title starring Ryan Gosling, is also set for an IMAX 70mm release.
Outlet reports agree the move marks a first for the franchise in the specific IMAX 70mm format. Deadlines and other coverage frame the schedule around 2027, with one source citing a May 28, 2027 IMAX 70mm screening date for “Star Wars: Starfighter,” while another places the anniversary re-release in early 2027. The outlets largely focus on the significance of using IMAX 70mm—an “exclusive” large-format presentation—while differing mainly on how they emphasize the specific titles and exact release timing.
