Why disney cant release the original star wars trilogy. Star wars trilogy thx widescreen collectors box set vhs theatrical. Mark hamill, harrison ford, carrie fisher, alec guinness, george lucas, mark hamill, harrison ford. Alec guinness, george lucas, mark hamill, harrison ford. Hit rewind and look back at 80s and 90s star wars home video box art and packaging. Does it have any special andor redeeming qualities. Star wars trilogy widescreen special edition boxed set vhs video 1997 newsealed please note.
If youre a diehard star wars fan and you dont mind spending a chunk of money, then buy this set. There are no extra special features which is a shame. All three films have been remastered in their special edition forms and have been given a facelift for the digital age with literally the most stunning picture and sound quality the films have ever seen. Star wars trilogy special edition gold box set vhs. The star wars trilogy, often colloquially referred to as the original trilogy or the classic trilogy, is the first set of three films produced in the star wars franchise, an american space opera created by george lucas. May 04, 2011 if the upcoming star wars bluray set included the original theatrical editions of the original trilogy, i would care what special features are on the bluray. Star wars original trilogy dvd 2004 special edition. Star wars trilogy vhs special edition 1997 box set. The skywalker saga 9movie collection box set includes all 9 star wars films in 4k ultra hdbluray discs and digital copies. If you heard that this rereleased trilogy was not so good. I bought the star wars original trilogy remastered i gave it 4 stars because each dvd only contains the movie, with a scene select and a sound set up button. Coming just 3 years after the special letterbox collectors edition star wars trilogy box set and only 5 years after the first trilogy box set, the main selling points were the exclusive interviews with george lucas in which he discusses the upcoming special edition changes and the prequel trilogy to follow, and the new thx digital. Also, the 2004 star wars trilogy bonus material dvd is exceptional with the vintage ivvi trilogy content. The set consists of 27 discs and all three trilogies.
Bit of a shame the prequels and digital remastering means you dont see the original film, like jabba the hutt has been redone, and they put in a prequel actor as anekin skywalker at the end which i guess makes some sense, but sometimes it would be nice to see films untampered with like songs where the version you get isnt. Vintage star wars trilogy box set gold special edition vhs set 1997. Is this star wars trilogy vhs box set worth anything. Star wars trilogy vhs, 1997, special edition for sale online ebay. Jun 12, 2016 unlike the american release, which was exclusive to the box set, each of these three films could be purchased separately. A new hope was released on january 31, 1997, followed by the empire strikes back on february 21, 1997. Is the star wars skywalker saga box set a waste of money. Star wars trilogy by irvin kershner, richard marquand. Unlike the american release, which was exclusive to the box set, each of these three films could be purchased separately. When the special edition of the star wars trilogy came out on vhs in 1997, many. My brother bought this back around when it was new in 2004.
Star wars trilogy special edition vhs box set 1997 vhs. Science fiction, star wars triology video samt episode 1 og 2 pa vhs. A new hope, the empire strikes back, and return of. Original version star wars trilogy vhs box set1995. Star wars trilogy box set new sealed vhs 1997 thx gold special edition.
The silver and gold sets were sold separately, with the only notable difference between them being that the silver set was in widescreen, while gold was in 4. Since nostalgia is a heck of a drug, every set has collectible merit. Unfortunately, things are a little more complicated. How much does the star wars trilogy in vhs worth answers. The star wars trilogy special edition was a theatrical anniversary edition of the original. The star wars trilogy comes out for a limited time as individual movie dvds on.
Episode ii footage box set mark hamill, harrison ford actor, irvin kershner, richard marquand, george lucas director rated. The special edition of the original trilogy was released theatrically and to home media for the 20th anniversary of star wars. Changes in star wars rereleases vary from minor differences in color timing, audio mixing, and take choices to major insertions of new visual effects, additions of characters and dialogue, scene expansions, and replacement of original cast members with newer ones. Box set compilation hmv exclusive6x, cd album country. Given the popular demand for the theatrical editions of the original star wars trilogy, it might seem like a nobrainer for a massive studio like disney to cobble together a new box set.
It contains star wars, the empire strikes back, and return of the jedi. The original unaltered trilogy also known as georges original unaltered trilogy or gout refers to the original theatrical versions of the first three star wars films, before they were modified for the special edition and subsequent rereleases. Find star wars vhs pa dba kob og salg af nyt og brugt. Special edition 2000, clv laserdisc release, thx mastered japan release. On august 23rd, 1995, the original star wars trilogy was realeasd onto video for its last time. I loved the original star wars trilogy when i was a kid, but loathe all of the current dvd, bluray, and streaming versions available today. Star wars trilogy special edition vhs box set ebay. Star wars trilogy special edition box set vhs 1997 thx. Star wars original trilogy dvd 2004 special edition unboxing. The best ways to own the original star wars trilogy redvdit.
The skywalker saga box set limited edition 27 discs featuring all 9 saga movies on 4k uhd, bluray and bonus discs bluray for every movie in a special collectors set. See details stars wars trilogy special edition vhs tapes box set thx digitally mastered c1 see. Star wars trilogy box set in vhs tapes for sale ebay. Star wars trilogy vhs box set special edition 1997 video tapes. Star wars original trilogy vhs in vhs tapes for sale ebay. It consists of the original trilogy of star wars movies which includes. There is a dvd box set release that came complete with the unaltered original films as bonus material each movie comes as a twodisc setone disc is the 2004 remastered version of the film, while the second disc is a version that captures its original theatrical presentation. The original trilogy episode iv a new hope episode v the. Special edition boxed set and the phantom menace vhs videos. Star wars the star wars trilogy special edition collectors.
Box set, closedcaptioned, color, special edition, thx, ntsc. Episode 1 the phantom menace, episode ii attack of the clones, episode iii revenge of the sith, episode iv a new hope, episode v the. This video release of came with special interviews of george lucas being interviewed by wellknown movie critic, leonard maltin. Star wars trilogy special edition 1997 vhs collection. Star wars trilogy in vhskassetten gunstig kaufen ebay. See details stars wars trilogy special edition vhs tapes box set thx digitally mastered c1. Apr 30, 20 coming just 3 years after the special letterbox collectors edition star wars trilogy box set and only 5 years after the first trilogy box set, the main selling points were the exclusive interviews with george lucas in which he discusses the upcoming special edition changes and the prequel trilogy to follow, and the new thx digital. Episode iv a new hope the three movies were shown in the u. Customs services and international tracking provided. Star wars trilogy special edition vhs box set for sale. Home video timeline for the star wars films twilight sparkles retro. Science fiction, star wars original trilogy, special edition udgaverne pa vhs. Star wars trilogy special edition 1997 vhs collection anyone who loves star wars will like this special edition vhs set. Star wars trilogy special edition gold box set vhssur.
Enjoy the great cinematic sounds of all 9 episodes with dolby atmos 7. Here is a twentieth anniversary special box set edition of star wars, the empire strikes back and return of the jedi, 1997, vhs, all in good condition. Though changes were also made to the prequel trilogy, the original trilogy saw the most alteration. Has all the trailers for those three movies and the epic documentary empire of dreams. These sets were repackaged for a november 2006 box set release. The original star wars trilogy one last time the star. Now im sure that lucas made no effort to remaster the image quality of the original films with the legitimate 2008 box set but watching the bonus discs of the original cuts is truly more like watching an old.
There is a market for these because of all the special edition tampering. Rating is available when the video has been rented. If the upcoming star wars bluray set included the original theatrical editions of the original trilogy, i would care what special features are on the bluray. Each of the separate releases features identical content, without the comfort of the box packaging. New listing star wars original trilogy dvd set best buy exclusive collectable sealed 2006. New listing star wars trilogy dvd, 2004, 4disc set, widescreen new sealed fast shipped.
We do the best we can to show every angle in our pictures. Star wars trilogy widescreen special edition boxed set vhs. The star wars trilogy on dvd can be very hard to find. The star wars trilogy had the rare distinction of becoming a cultural phenomenon, a defining event for its generation. Now im sure that lucas made no effort to remaster the image quality of the original films with the legitimate 2008 box set but watching the bonus discs of the original cuts is truly more like watching an old vhs than a dvd which admittedly is kind of cool but for the fact i paid an. Star wars trilogy special edition vhs for sale ebay. The star wars trilogy special edition wookieepedia fandom. Star wars trilogy vhs special edition 1997 box set return. It was produced by lucasfilm and distributed by 20th century fox, and consists of the original star wars film 1977, the empire strikes back 1980 and return of the jedi 1983. John williams star wars trilogy 2004, hmv exclusive, box. Star wars trilogy vhs, 1997, special edition for sale. Nov 10, 2015 no matter where you stand on the special editions, these two box sets were super popular, and in their time, absolute musthaves for star wars fans. Now, best buy has officially released the star wars skywalker saga 4k box set for preorder. Star wars the star wars trilogy special edition collector.
Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. Feb 07, 2018 my brother bought this back around when it was new in 2004. The star wars trilogy special edition was a theatrical anniversary edition of the original trilogy, in order to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of star wars. Star wars trilogy vhs special edition gold box set 1997. Episode vi return of the jedi as luke skywalker and princess leia, aided by an unforgettable assortment of courageous characters, lead the rebellion to bring balance back to the force. Ever since 1997, every version of a new hope, the empire strikes back, and return of the jedi has had horrendous cgi effects added in that george lucas deemed necessary to bring his ideal version to life there are the limited edition dvd versions. Star wars trilogy special edition vhs box set digitally mastered. It was produced by lucasfilm and distributed by 20th century fox, and consists of the original star wars film 1977, the. Ever since 1997, every version of a new hope, the empire strikes back, and return of the jedi has had horrendous cgi effects added in that george lucas deemed necessary to bring his ideal version to life. Star wars the star wars trilogy special edition collectors set scarce 1997 us limited edition collectors set, contains a special edition limited pewter paper weight, making of star wars trilogy video along with the special edition widescreen versions of original trilogy movies star wars, the empire strikes back and return of the jedi each in their own card picture slipcases. On its surface, george lucass story is a rollicking and humorous space fantasy that owes debts to more influences than one can count on two hands, but filmgoers became entranced by its basic struggle of good vs. Although item is 100% brand new and sealed there are some minor box bumps on top back portion. Star wars trilogy collectors special edition vhs set plus extra. Star wars trilogy vhs box set special edition 1997 video.
Make offer star wars original trilogy box set vhs and star wars episode 1 vhs. Star wars trilogy special edition 1997 vhs movie box set. Sony classical sx6k 93479,sony classical 0934512001 format. Star wars trilogy widescreen special edition silver vhs box set 1997. Lucasfilm and 20th century fox finally unleash the beloved original star wars trilogy on dvd in this packed box set sure to heat up retailers shelves and home systems everywhere. Star wars special edition trilogy vhs box set unopened 1997 new sealed.
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