‘Revenge of the Sith’ Re-Release Scores Box Office Hit

The 20th anniversary re-release of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith became a major box office success, earning $25.2 million domestically and $42.2 million worldwide in its opening weekend, making it the second-highest grossing Star Wars re-release after the 1997 Special Edition of A New Hope. The movie's strong performance pushed its lifetime global gross near $900 million and surpassed several new theatrical releases, highlighting renewed interest in the prequel trilogy. Celebratory events included a surprise on-stage reunion at L.A.'s El Capitan Theatre with Hayden Christensen and Samuel L. Jackson, who shared memories of filming and the saga's lasting impact. The film’s depiction of Anakin Skywalker's transformation into Darth Vader continues to resonate emotionally with audiences. Actors such as Ian McDiarmid and Hayden Christensen have reflected on their roles and the evolving appreciation for the prequels, with Christensen's portrayal now widely vindicated. The event and re-release underscore the franchise's enduring, multigenerational appeal and the growing success of theatrical re-releases.