Fourteen years ago today, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace got a second life on the big screen — this time in 3D. Originally released in 1999, the film marked the beginning of the Prequel Trilogy. But in 2012, audiences were invited back to Naboo, Tatooine, and Coruscant for a theatrical re-release that brought podracers, lightsabers, and battle droids into the stereoscopic era. The First (and Only) Prequel 3D Release The 3D version of The Phantom Menace premiered in theaters on February 10, 2012, as part of a larger plan to convert all six live-action Star Wars films into 3D. That plan ultimately never reached completion, making Episode I the only saga film to receive the full theatrical 3D treatment. For fans, it was a chance to revisit iconic sequences in a new format: The added depth gave those already ambitious scenes a slightly different cinematic feel —…
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Don’t Miss the Final Hours of the Phantom Menace Event in LEGO Star Wars: Castaways
It’s crunch time in LEGO Star Wars: Castaways—the “Liberation of Naboo” Phantom Menace event wraps up today, May 31, so if you haven’t yet scored those exclusive goodies, now’s the moment to log back in. From Qui-Gon Jinn minifig parts for your customizer to themed emotes and gear, there’s a galaxy of cosmetic content riding on these last hours. Ready your brick-built starfighters and let’s dive into why this event is a must-play before it vanishes into hyperspace. What You Can Unlock: Must-Have Minifig Parts & More The star attraction is undeniably Qui-Gon Jinn’s customizer parts—poncho torso, dual-tone legs, and that signature beard—so you can finally walk (or hover) around the island looking like Obi-Wan’s old mentor. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg: Everything above is only live until May 31, so that clock is ticking down to zero. How to Maximize Your Final Push Pro tip: Enable…