Arts & Entertainment

Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Trailer Premiere Monday, Ticket Details, Marathon Screenings Announced

Tickets on sale Monday for the most anticipated film of the year, with a special event announced at AMC Neshaminy 24 in Bensalem.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens opens in theaters Friday, Dec. 18. The film’s producers made several big announcements Sunday.

  • There’s a new promotional poster (above),
  • A new trailer will premiere during Monday Night Football on ESPN,
  • Tickets go on sale Monday, and
  • Marathon screenings of all seven films will run in select theaters, including AMC Neshaminy 24 in Bensalem

Billed as “the ultimate fan experience,” the Dec. 17 marathon will include all seven movies. The first six films will be screened in 2D, before the opening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 3D. Guests will also receive a lanyard featuring exclusive movie marathon art.

AMC Neshaminy 24 is located at the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem.

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Regal Cinemas will also have a Force Awakens exclusive offer. Each Saturday, from Dec. 19 to Jan. 9, the first 500 guests for Star Wars: The Force Awakens in IMAX at Regal locations will receive a collectable ticket featuring unique Star Wars: The Force Awakens art.

On Fandango, Star Wars: The Force Awakens ticket buyers will be automatically entered into a sweepstakes for the chance to win a trip to the film’s world premiere. Moviegoers who purchase tickets within the first 24 hours can increase their chances to win. Ten runners-up can win a collectible “Dark Side” or “Light Side” prize pack.

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Not excited enough? How about this teaser for the new trailer, premiering Monday night:

Image: starwars.com

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