The beloved teen fantasy movie series “Twilight,” based on the bestselling four-book collection by author Stephenie Meyer, is set to make a grand return to theaters. Now fans can experience that magic all over again beginning October 29. The original entry of the franchise returns to theaters to celebrate the 40th anniversary, followed by the rest of the franchise being re-released over the next four days.
Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan and Robert Pattinson as her mysterious classmate, the vampire Edward Cullen. In combination with imaginative storytelling, they enchanted audiences when the first movie released to theaters in 2008. The series went on to become a cultural phenomenon, ushering in an exciting new era of cinematic history.
Film Release Dates and Special Events
This celebration of the full saga returns to theaters for the first time with the first “Twilight” movie on Oct. 29. The franchise continues with “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” on October 30, followed by “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” on October 31. These screenings are not only a nostalgic journey for fans but coincide with the reissue of the soundtracks for “Twilight: New Moon” and “Eclipse” by Warner Music Group on October 31.
The series concludes its theatrical comeback with “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1” on November 1 and “Breaking Dawn — Part 2” on November 2. In all cases, the financial comeback is a homecoming in celebration of the one-time series that enchanted millions across the globe.
Special YouTube Channel and Concert Tour
To help celebrate the release of New Moon, a dedicated “Twilight Saga” YouTube channel has just re-launched exclusively for fans. It contains exclusive bonus content and special clips, making it ideal for reliving all the best moments from the series! Still, even with these hiccups, this massive digital initiative is a great step towards making the sprawling franchise easier for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
The new “Twilight In Concert” tour will launch on September 12 and visit 60 cities through November 30. This concert series will feature live orchestras performing music from the films, further enriching the experience for fans attending the theatrical releases.
“Twilight” – Good Morning America