New films, returning favourites, a global theatrical re-release and exclusive fan experiences will headline a year-long celebration of 50 years of ‘Star Wars’ in 2027, with Lucasfilm and Disney unveiling an extensive slate of releases and events to mark the milestone.

The celebrations will begin in January with the second season of ‘Ahsoka‘, premiering on Disney+ on January 20, with Rosario Dawson returning in the titular role.

Set after the fall of the Empire and the rise of the New Republic, the series will see Ahsoka confront a formidable opponent in Grand Admiral Thrawn.

A restored version of the original 1977 film, ‘Star Wars‘, will return to theatres worldwide on February 19 across thousands of screens.

The release will include IMAX 70mm, 70mm, 35mm, IMAX, 4DX and D-BOX formats. A new anniversary-inspired poster by Matt Ferguson, paying tribute to the original 1977 artwork, has also been unveiled.

The celebrations will continue in April with ‘Star Wars in Concert: The Skywalker Saga‘ at the Hollywood Bowl on April 2-3.

Hosted by Anthony Daniels, the performances will feature John Williams’ iconic scores and scenes from all nine Skywalker Saga films.

The same weekend, the sold-out Star Wars Celebration will bring fans, exhibitors, panels and special guests to the Los Angeles Convention Center.

On May 4, Disney+ will premiere ‘The Hero Awakens‘, a documentary by filmmaker R.J. Cutler on the making of the original ‘Star Wars‘.

The film will feature previously unseen archival footage and audio captured during and around the production of the 1977 film.

Meanwhile, ‘Star Wars: Starfighter‘, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, will release globally in theatres on May 28, introducing new characters and locations in an entirely new era of storytelling.

The anniversary programme will also include a special 50th anniversary logo accompanied by a newly orchestrated score by John Williams, limited-edition merchandise, archival releases, fan events and new offerings at Disney Parks and Cruise Line.

An immersive ‘Star Wars: A New Hope‘ experience is also set to debut at Cosm venues in Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit and Los Angeles in March 2027.