‘Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope’ To Play At Cosm As Disney Teams With Shared Reality Firm

A new version of Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope will debut at Cosm‘s shared reality venues in March 2027, the franchise kickoff’s 50th anniversary year.

The engagement will kick off a multi-year, multi-film partnership between Disney and Cosm, which also has deals in place with Warner Bros. and Universal. It also received a $100 million investment from Sony Pictures Entertainment last June.

Cosm’s four existing locations, in Inglewood, CA, near SoFi Stadium as well as in Atlanta, Dallas and Detroit, are known for their signature domes equipped with massive, wrap-around 12K screens. When films play at Cosm, the main 16×9 image is surrounded by an array of enhancements and immersive featured designed to deepen the audience experience.

The upcoming Cosm shared reality version of A New Hope, based on a 2019 update of the sci-fi classic. Representatives from Disney, Lucasfilm, Industrial Light & Magic, and MakeMake have collaborated with Cosm on the project. The 50th anniversary of the film will also a run in various Imax formats, along with a major merchandise blitz.

In keeping with momentum being experienced by Imax, Sphere and other experiential companies, Cosm has found strong demand from audiences willing to pay a premium for unique, high-end entertainment. The privately held company was founded in 2020 and opened its L.A. flagship three years later, announcing $250 million in funding the following year.

Its backers include casino magnate Steve Winn, former Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Marc Lasry, Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, and Blackstone partner and sports team investor David Blitzer. Live sports broadcasts, which feature dynamic pricing and the ability for Cosm to seat additional guests in areas outside the main dome, are fueled by partnerships with the NFL, the NBA and other top-tier leagues.

“The Star Wars franchise blazed the trail for cinematic fandom and has been the north star of the entertainment industry since the original film debuted in 1977,” said Alexis Scalice, VP, Head of Cosm Studios. “We’re privileged to work alongside our incredible partners to develop an experience that celebrates the film’s legacy and provides fans across generations an opportunity to step inside the beloved Star Wars galaxy like never before.”

Star Wars: A New Hope marks the sixth movie title to play at Cosm, whose roster has spanned the animation, fantasy, horror and sci-fi genres.