


A time earlier than midnight would not only be more conveinent for moviegoers, but also saves theaters more money on staffing.Īccording to The Hollywood Reporter, the new "Star Wars" film is set to break a record for advanced ticket sales after the total earnings went over $100 million. The 1977 release of A New Hope had a seismic impact on the film industry and the ripples expanded far and wide. It wouldn’t be much of a stretch to label Star Wars as one of the biggest cultural influences of the last half-century. to midnight and the film is also being screened in both IMAX and 3D formats. You can check your local theater for times and visit Fandango or for tickets.īut why the early premiere? The Wrap reported in March 2013 that movie premieres were starting to get earlier screening on Thursday in part because of box office numbers being down. Star Wars: The Force Awakens (United States, 2015) December 16, 2015. The sequel to Return of the Jedi (1983), it is the seventh film in the 'Skywalker Saga'. Movie showings Thursday night range from 7 p.m. Star Wars: The Force Awakens (also known as Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens) is a 2015 American epic space opera film produced, co-written, and directed by J. on Friday morning, some theaters actually have screenings as early as 7 p.m. 17 as movie theaters around the country roll the newest chapter out the night before.Īlthough many expect the film to get released at 12:01 a.m. 18, many fans will be seeing the film on Thursday, Dec. Abrams' highly anticipated " Star Wars: The Force Awakens" makes its way to the big screen. Although it was announced that the newest chapter would premiere on Friday, Dec. The force around the world is strong this week as J.J.
