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21st December - Breaks opening weekend record
Star Wars: The Force Awakens looks like it beat the dinos after all.
The movie's worldwide opening is now pegged at $528 million, ahead of the record-setting $524.9 million global launch of Jurassic World this summer. Sunday's estimate for Force Awakens was $517 million, including a record-breaking $238 million in North America. Now, the film's domestic launch looks to be right around $247 million.
Walt Disney Co. chairman-CEO Bob Iger revealed the revised estimates Monday morning when speaking to Bloomberg TV. Disney and Lucasfilm will release final numbers later today, and don't be surprised if they come in even higher.
The movie's international haul is being revised unpwards from Sunday's estimate of $279 million to $281 million, the No. 3 opening of all time behind Jurassic World ($316 million) and the final Harry Potter film ($314 million). Force Awakens shattered records in a number of key territories, including the U.K., where it earned nearly $50 million in its first four days.
Force Awakens, unlike Jurassic World, didn't have the advantage of opening day and date in China, where it doesn't open until Jan. 9.
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13th December - IMAX Featurette + Interview
Thanks to Ivan for the heads up.
10th December - Adam Driver on Kylo Ren's Motivations + New International Trailer
9th December - New Promos and Featurettes
6th December - Legacy - Featurette [VIDEO]
Thanks to Ivan for the heads up.
30th November - New TV Spot
29th November - Daisy Ridley Interview [VIDEO]
26th November - New TV Spot - Kylo Ren
23rd November 2015 - AMA Trailer and Short Clip
The Clip is around the 2 minute mark
19th November - New TV Spot
15th November - New TV Spot
13th November 2015 - New #TGIT Trailer
11th November - New Promotional Photos + EW Magazine Covers
8th November - New TV Spot
6th November 2015 - New International Trailer with New Footage
4th November - Character Posters
23rd October - Trailer Narrowly Misses One-Day Traffic Record
The force is in full effect for the seventh installment of the Star Wars franchise, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” due out in December.
Since its broadcast premiere on “Monday Night Football,” the first official trailer has accumulated an estimated 37 million global YouTube views in its initial 24 hours, less than 1 million behind the film’s second teaser trailer released in April, which still holds the record for the highest YouTube view count of the year.
But the trailer dominated the competition based on Digital Audience Ratings (DAR), which measures other major digital platforms including YouTube. One day post-release, “Star Wars” nearly doubled the cross-platform digital engagement generated by films like “Suicide Squad” and “Batman v Superman,” while also tripling the first teaser trailer back in November.
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20th October - Full 2 Minute Trailer
19th October 2015 - 2 New Teasers
New Full Trailer will br will be released tonight
TOMORROW #TheForceAwakens https://t.co/GcFzg2MiPr
— Walt Disney Studios (@DisneyStudios) October 18, 2015
The Resistance gathers tomorrow. Watch @ESPN’s Monday Night Football for a new look at #TheForceAwakens. https://t.co/Ft8vVg26VG
— Star Wars (@starwars) October 18, 2015
18th October 2015 - Final Poster
15th October 2015 - New Posters and Trader Cards
21st August 2015 - Empire Magazine Covers
16th August 2015 - D23 Poster
16th August 2015 - Toy Leak - Reveals More Characters and Plots
Thanks to Darthlocke for sending us the following.
Note: First link I gave in Link box shows 3 3/4" action figures and Darth Vader is of major significance, given the Kylo Ren info JJ Abrams just gave and the idea that many thought he was dead!!
Here is also another link for Lego sets: It also reveals some more yet to be seen characters, weaponry, and locations! Poe Dameron has a black X-Wing Fighter that was featured in images from this week, but also it is homage to a new toy line Kenner abandoned!
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13th August 2015 - Luke Skywalker - Full Jedi Master Attaire
12th August 2015 - New Promotional Photos
10th August 2015 - International TV Spot Trailer
12th July 2015 - Comic-Con Interviews
11th July 2015 - Comic-Con 2015 Reel
6th July 2015 - No New Trailer at Comic-Con
First of all, the presentation this Friday afternoon will not include a trailer or any new clips of the movie. The next trailer will be coming in the fall, according to sources with knowledge of the project.
But don’t go hurling your cup of blue milk at the wall just yet. There will be other surprises.
Roughly six months before the Dec. 18 release, the Comic-Con panel will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the highly secretive film, which was completely locked down to press during production. (It’s still locked down. Lucasfilm and parent company Disney declined requests for comment.)
Director J.J. Abrams, screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan, and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy are already confirmed as part of the panel, which will be moderated by Nerdist impresario and Talking Dead host Chris Hardwick.
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23rd June 2015 - First Look Leaked photos of Domhnall Gleeson and Han Solo
10th June 2015 - Comic-Con 2015 Details
Friday, July 10, Star Wars Schedule
Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Hall H
Lucasfilm president and producer Kathleen Kennedy, director J.J. Abrams, writer Lawrence Kasdan, and special guests provide a special look at Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Star Wars Publishing 2015, Part 1: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Room: 7AB
Join a dynamic, all-star, New York Times-bestselling panel of authors including Alexandra Bracken (the Darkest Minds series), Adam Gidwitz (A Tale Dark and Grim series), Tom Angleberger (The Origami Yoda series), and Tony Diterlizzi (The Spiderwick Chronicles) in conversation with Lucasfilm’s Mike Siglain about the new Star Wars retellings for a younger generation of fans. From picture books to novels, these authors present A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi in perspectives that will change the way readers understand who these beloved characters are and how they became legends for legions of fans.
Star Wars Publishing 2015, Part 2: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Room: 7AB
Join a variety of authors as they talk about their upcoming projects from that galaxy far, far away. Moderated by Lucasfilm’s Mike Siglain, authors from Del Rey and other publishers will participate in a discussion on writing stories for the exciting new future of the Star Wars universe.
Hasbro Star Wars, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Room: 7AB
Join members of the Hasbro and Lucasfilm teams as they discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro’s latest action figure offerings, and word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises, including a special product reveal.
Star Wars Collectibles Update with Lucasfilm’s Anita Castellar, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Room: 7AB
Join eFX, Gentle Giant Studios, Kotobukiya, and Sideshow Collectibles for product development insights and exclusive previews of the latest in Star Wars collectibles. In attendance will be Anita Castellar, a self-professed Star Wars fangirl who manages licensing for hardline categories at Lucasfilm such as toys, collectibles, consumer electronics, automotives, and more.
ILM 40th Anniversary, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Room: 7AB
For 40 years, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most memorable images in the history of modern cinema. From advances in the photo chemical process, optical compositing, motion control, and models and miniatures — to the company’s pioneering efforts in computer graphics, digital compositing, film scanning and recording, morphing, digital environments, performance capture, character animation and modern digital pipelines, ILM continues to break new ground in visual effects for film, television, themed attractions, and new forms of entertainment. The presenters will discuss the company’s work from its earliest days and breakthroughs along the way.
Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition at San Diego Comic Con 2015
For the first time, Star Wars joins forces with characters from across The Walt Disney Company in Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition – the next chapter in the best-selling hybrid toy/video game series. Fans are invited to the Disney Infinity Pop-Up Shop, located at the heart of Gaslamp District, for the opportunity to play as Ahsoka Tano, Luke Skywalker, Darth Maul or any of the Star Wars characters featured in Star Wars: Twilight of the Republic and Star Wars: Rise Against the Empire.
Fans will also have a chance to step into the “Disney Infinity Only in the Toy Box” mediated reality experience, where guests virtually enter the Toy Box and interact alongside their favorite Disney Infinity characters, such as engaging in lightsaber duels with Darth Vader or Yoda, and take home a customized photo and video with their chosen character. Other Disney Infinity Pop-Up Shop activities include a Toy Box TV Live Edition webcast on Twitch featuring new announcements, surprise guests, contests with prizes, and exclusive giveaways."
5th May 2015 - More Photos from Vanity Fair
4th May 2015 - First Official Look at Gwendoline Christie
4th May 2015 - Vanity Fair Photoshoot video with BTS Scenes
16th April 2015 - HQ Screencaps from Trailer 2
16th April 2015 - New Teaser Trailer 2
16th April - Live Panel Stream *Watch Now*
16th April 2015 - Promo Art Revealed
16th April 2015 - Full Character List
This list is complete to the best of our knowledge. Any additions were probably done in secret or filmed after the Summer of 2014. Here is the list:
Han Solo
(Queen) Leia
Luke Skywalker
Rey (Kira)
Finn
Kylo Ren
Poe Dameron
Rose
Chewbacca
C-3PO (See-Threepio)
The General (Gleeson)
Uber (Serkis)
R2-D2 (Artoo-Detoo)
BB-8
Wounded Stormtrooper (Village)
The Vicar
Junk Dealer
Junk Minion 1
Snowtrooper #12 (Falcon)
Salvage Station Bully (Desert Set)
Scared Villager
Captain Phasma
Star Destroyer Colonel
Rose’s Pub Barman (C049)
Evil Castle Teach #1
Brance (Rebel)
Rebel 1 Major Ematt
Rebel 2 Captain Trilla
Rebel Admiral
Evil Castle Officer #1
Evil Castle Officer #2
Gorwyn (Rebel Pilot)
Rebel Pilot #1 (Duncan)
Evil Castle Tech (Weapons)
Stormtrooper #1 (Village)
Star Destroyer Bridge Teach #2
Stormtrooper 2 (Village)
Gang member Mod #1
Gang member Rocker #1
“Bus Stop” Mother
“Bus Stop” Son
Lieutenant Mitaka
Ruddo
Emissary
Naka (Flashback)
Local Trader (Flashback)
Young Luke Skywalker (Flashback)
Stormtrooper #10
Rebel Pilot
Rebel Pilot N.N.
Rebel Pilot #3
Statura
Rebel Tech #1
Rebel Tech #2
Captain Trilla
Stormtrooper #11
Stormtrooper #3 (Kylo Ren’s Request)
Stormtrooper #5 (Woods)
Snowtrooper #7 (Snow Steal)
Stormtrooper #8 (Door to Ramparts)
Evil Castle Tech (Scared)
Star Destroyer Bridge Tech #1
Star Destroyer Technician
Evil Castle Tech #4
Evil Castle Tech #5
Salvage Station Bully 2
Gang Member Rocker #2
Rose’s Pub Patron #1
Rose’s Pub Patron #2
Rose’s Pub Patron #3
Fat Cat (Flashback)
Gangsters Mill
Rebel Tech #3
Dr. Kalonia
Rebel Tech. #4
Doubles:
Chewbacca Photo Duble
Han Solo Stunt Double
Kira/Rey Stunt Double
Finn Stunt Double
Kylo Ren Stunt Double
Poe Dameron Stunt Double
Chewbacca Stunt Double
Vicar Stunt Double
Star Destroyer Colonel Stunt Double
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16th April 2015 - New Stormtrooper Design Leaks
14th April 2015 - Upcoming Panel will Live Stream and could include new footage
WATCH STAR WARS CELEBRATION ANAHEIM LIVE ON STARWARS.COM, POWERED BY VERIZON!
CAN'T MAKE IT TO ANAHEIM? DON'T WORRY -- STARWARS.COM IS HERE TO RESCUE YOU!
For the first time ever, highlights and more than 30 hours of exclusive video content from Star Wars Celebration Anaheim will be officially live streamed to a worldwide community of fans on StarWars.com, all powered by Verizon.
Launching with a live stream of the highly-anticipated kickoff panel featuring Star Wars: The Force Awakens director J.J. Abrams and producer Kathleen Kennedy, the StarWars.com Celebration live stream powered by Verizon will continue providing coverage throughout the four-day event from a specially-designed Star Wars Cantina set located in the middle of the action on the convention floor.
Verizon and StarWars.com will deliver 30-plus hours of live streamed content following Thursday’s Celebration kickoff, featuring over a dozen panels and events, including discussions with actors Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Ian McDiarmid, and several other performers associated with the Star Wars saga. Additionally, StarWars.com and Verizon will be live streaming the Star Wars Fan Film Awards; the Smuggler’s Bounty radio drama; EA’s new Battlefront videogame; and several other exclusive Celebration events that might otherwise be missed by members from Star Wars’ global fan community.
Between the live, on-stage events, StarWars.com will feature live interviews with celebrity guests within the Star Wars Cantina set specially built to capture the mood and atmosphere of the infamous Mos Eisley watering hole from A New Hope. These segments will have a fun, variety show flavor to them that brings a bit of the Star Wars Celebration vibe to those enjoying the event from afar.
Exclusive clips from throughout Star Wars Celebration event will also be available on demand from Verizon, allowing fans to celebrate Star Wars long after the live streams are over.
The live streaming begins at 10:00 a.m. PST, Thursday, April 16, on StarWars.com with the Celebration kickoff panel and continues with 30-plus hours of coverage through the closing ceremony on Sunday, April 19, beginning at 3:30 p.m. PST. Watch exclusive highlights and on-demand clips from Verizon on Twitter, @VerizonWireless, and at Facebook.com/Verizon.
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6th April 2015 - What to expect in the new trailer
The teaser runs at about a one minute and fifty seconds, just under two minutes.
Han, Leia, Artoo and Threepio
We do see Yavin in the teaser.
We see a shot of Finn with a blue lightsaber.
There is a shot of Captain Phasma (Gwendoline Christie), the chrome Stormtrooper, very briefly.
We do see Kylo Ren’s helmeted face.
We see Poe Dameron shoot down a TIE fighter.
A shot of Finn and Poe walking past one another at the base.
Rey is in a few shots.
There is a shot of Poe Dameron, Artoo-Detoo, See-Threepio, and a CGI character (Rose).
BB-8 socketed in the back of an X-wing.
Kylo Ren’s Imperial shuttle flys by with TIE escorts to the Star Destroyer (it is the one MakingStarWars.net wrote about)
Star Destroyer(s)
The Falcon
X-wing fighters flying in a V-shape formation.
Darth Vader’s helmet sitting on a podium.
no Serkis.
No Luke.
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11th December 2014 - Character Names Revealed
J.J. Abrams, the film’s co-writer and director, and Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm, have decided to reveal the identities of some of their new characters exclusively to EW—and they’ve done it in a retro fashion that should bring a smile to anyone familiar with the phrase “Collect ‘Em, Trade ‘Em.”
Here’s a rundown of the reveal, listed in order of their collectible card number. (Asked if there was significance to the numbering, Abrams replied: “YES.”) Time to get on that, Bothan spies.
• #11 — BB-8 on the move
• #53 — Poe Dameron in his X-Wing
• #67 — Kylo Ren ignites his Lightsaber
• #74 — Rey on her Speeder
• #76 — Finn on the run
• #81 — Stormtroopers prepare for battle
• #88 — X-Wings in formation
• #96 — The Millennium Falcon
28th November 2014 - First Full Trailer + Screencaps
