Everyone knows that Star Wars: The Force Awakens is going to be huge, but some new numbers suggest that it might be even more big than anyone anticipated. Ms Ritter was walked down the aisle by another fan, dressed as Darth Vader, and a violinist played the Star Wars theme music as the couple exchanged vows.
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Mark Hamill arrives at the European Premiere of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” in Leicester Square, London, Dec. 16, 2015.
If you do plan on seeing the movie and wearing a costume or bringing a prop, such as your favorite lightsaber, it’s a good idea to call ahead first to find out the security protocols.
“I grew up with Star Wars, I was born just before the first movie came out”, she said. Fandango reports that the new Star Wars film has sold the most tickets ever on their site-yes, more than films like Jurassic World had through the entire theatrical run. “The extraordinary ticketing demand is truly unprecedented”. It is Fandango’s top-selling movie of all time, even before it has even hit theatre screens.
The Walt Disney Co. said Thursday the film debuted with $14.1 million from its first screenings Wednesday in 12 worldwide markets.
Boyega, who stars as Finn in the film, announced the special surprise at the end of the red carpet event, and fans cheered as the Trafalgar Square landmark was lit neon blue.
“Part of it is like the mythology of it, the religious aspect of it. The storytelling is so fantastic”, he said.
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Less than 24 hours before midnight showings of ‘The Force Awakens, ‘ the film has broken the record for Fandango’s most-ordered presale ticket online.
