Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Crushes Box Office

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Summary

  • Revenge of the Sith marks the second-biggest re-release ever, earning $25 million.
  • Film’s triumphant return outranks other blockbusters at the box office.
  • Despite success, the movie remains sixth on the list of highest-grossing Star Wars films.

Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. This final chapter of the prequel trilogy has once again taken the box office by storm, as fans flocked to IMAX screens for a fresh look at the end of this iconic saga. Among all the re-releases, Star Wars: Episode III stands out as one of the most successful, even in the face of tough competition. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of the Star Wars franchise!

Under the guidance of renowned filmmaker George Lucas, the movie Revenge of the Sith stars Hayden Christensen, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Ian McDiarmid, Samuel L. Jackson, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, Frank Oz, and Christopher Lee. This film concluded its 2005 cinematic journey with a global earnings of $886 million ($380.3 million from North America and $488.1 million from foreign markets). During its run, it set numerous records, including the largest opening-Thursday gross of $50 million. When accounting for inflation, its pre-2025 worldwide earnings reach approximately $1.35 billion, making it the fifth highest in the Star Wars franchise.

Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith Is A King Among Re-Releases

It’s The Second-Biggest Film Reissue Of All Time

Over the bustling weekend filled with blockbusters like Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners”, the Minecraft movie, and The Accountant 2, I found myself drawn to a familiar title – Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. Despite the fierce competition, it managed an impressive $25 million domestically, with $3.4 million from Thursday previews, and another $17 million overseas, according to Deadline and Variety. This strong opening makes it the largest re-release since The Lion King’s 3D edition in 2011, which debuted at $30.2 million. As a movie enthusiast, I was thrilled to see such a classic back on the big screen.

In a twist of events, James Cameron’s films found themselves surpassed in two categories. The reissue of Titanic (2012), which previously held the second spot, was dethroned with earnings of $17.3 million. Similarly, Avatar’s re-release in 2022, once holding the title for the biggest post-pandemic reopening, lost

The highly anticipated return of “Revenge of the Sith” stirred up even more agitation. On the other hand, “The Accountant 2” opened with a less impressive $24.4 million, partly because fans were eager to witness Anakin Skywalker’s tragic downfall on the big IMAX screen. Currently, “Revenge of the Sith” has re-entered the U.S. Top 50 with a domestic total of $405.5 million, bumping “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” out of the 48th spot. On a global scale, the film has earned $892.2 million and is expected to surpass $900 million by next weekend.

Regardless of the extensive reopening, no alterations have occurred or seem imminent within the Star Wars power structure. Revenge of the Sith continues to rank as the sixth highest-grossing film in the franchise, with $150 million still needed to surpass The Phantom Menace as its closest competitor. However, it hints at something more substantial: a growing trend of major re-releases. Might this practice become standard in the coming years? If Disney chooses to do so, they possess an impressive archive of classics that could be ripe for re-release.

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2025-04-27 22:54