The Star Wars franchise, especially the original trilogy, has seeped into people’s minds and still stands as one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made. The films pushed the boundaries of sci-fi filmmaking and introduced audiences to a galaxy far, far away featuring interesting characters, rich stories, and a complex mythology that continues to this day.
A still from 1977’s Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Throughout the years, fans have grown attached to several objects/items from the franchise, and some even try to own several Star Wars-related toys. Some of the props from the films have also been auctioned over the years, and the most expensive one is the X-Wing model that designer Greg Jein made for the first Star Wars film.
The X-Wing Model from Star Wars Was Auctioned at $3.1 Million
The Battle of Yavin features thrilling X-Wing battles in 1977’s Star Wars
The...
A still from 1977’s Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Throughout the years, fans have grown attached to several objects/items from the franchise, and some even try to own several Star Wars-related toys. Some of the props from the films have also been auctioned over the years, and the most expensive one is the X-Wing model that designer Greg Jein made for the first Star Wars film.
The X-Wing Model from Star Wars Was Auctioned at $3.1 Million
The Battle of Yavin features thrilling X-Wing battles in 1977’s Star Wars
The...
- 5/11/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
May the force – and insanely large checkbook – be with you. An X-wing fighter from 1977’s Star Wars that was long considered lost just sold at auction for $3.135 million, or more than a third of the movie’s actual budget. This is now the highest-priced Star Wars item ever sold on the market, topping even the R2-D2 droid used in numerous installments which sold in 2017 for $2.76 million.
The 1:24-scale model of the Star Wars X-wing fighter measures 20 inches and is considered a “Red Leader” (Red One), so named because of the red stripes on the top wings. It is also in “attack position”, making it an even more impressive display piece for the buyer. Add to that that this model stood in for Wedge’s Red Two and Luke Skywaler’s Red Five and this is definitely a prized piece for Star Wars fanatics. The official listing notes a...
The 1:24-scale model of the Star Wars X-wing fighter measures 20 inches and is considered a “Red Leader” (Red One), so named because of the red stripes on the top wings. It is also in “attack position”, making it an even more impressive display piece for the buyer. Add to that that this model stood in for Wedge’s Red Two and Luke Skywaler’s Red Five and this is definitely a prized piece for Star Wars fanatics. The official listing notes a...
- 10/17/2023
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Spacecraft discovered in cardboard box belonging to late model-maker Greg Jein becomes the ‘most expensive Star Wars screen-used prop sold at auction’
A long-lost prop from the original 1977 Star Wars film has sold in an auction for a record-breaking US$3.135m.
The prop, a 20-inch model of an X-Wing starfighter that was used in the climactic battle sequence of Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, had been considered missing for decades before it was discovered in a cardboard box in the garage of the Oscar-nominated model-maker Greg Jein. Jein died in May last year at the age of 76.
A long-lost prop from the original 1977 Star Wars film has sold in an auction for a record-breaking US$3.135m.
The prop, a 20-inch model of an X-Wing starfighter that was used in the climactic battle sequence of Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, had been considered missing for decades before it was discovered in a cardboard box in the garage of the Oscar-nominated model-maker Greg Jein. Jein died in May last year at the age of 76.
- 10/16/2023
- by Michael Sun
- The Guardian - Film News
A 20-inch model of an X-Wing fighter used in the filming of “Star Wars” was auctioned off Sunday for more than $3 million, setting a sales record for screen-used props from the 1977 movie.
The item was among a vast array of items being auctioned Saturday and Sunday from the collection of the late VFX artist Greg Jein by Heritage Auctions in Dallas. As of Sunday afternoon, the total sales of the auction had surpassed $13 million with 40 lots remaining.
Other items from the collection that sold were a complete Stormtrooper outfit from “Star Wars,” which went for $645,000, and a set of “Hero B-9 Robot Feet” complete with treads from the 1965-1968 CBS series “Lost in Space,” which was auctioned for $350,000.
The collection also featured an impressive closet-full of “Star Trek” costumes, including a a “Starfleet ensemble” that William Shatner wore as Captain Kirk from Season 3 of the original 1960s Paramount series. That set went for $100,000. Meanwhile,...
The item was among a vast array of items being auctioned Saturday and Sunday from the collection of the late VFX artist Greg Jein by Heritage Auctions in Dallas. As of Sunday afternoon, the total sales of the auction had surpassed $13 million with 40 lots remaining.
Other items from the collection that sold were a complete Stormtrooper outfit from “Star Wars,” which went for $645,000, and a set of “Hero B-9 Robot Feet” complete with treads from the 1965-1968 CBS series “Lost in Space,” which was auctioned for $350,000.
The collection also featured an impressive closet-full of “Star Trek” costumes, including a a “Starfleet ensemble” that William Shatner wore as Captain Kirk from Season 3 of the original 1960s Paramount series. That set went for $100,000. Meanwhile,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Jeremy Bailey
- The Wrap
An original 20-inch model of an X-wing starfighter used in the climatic space battle in 1977’s Star Wars sold for a record-setting $3.135 million at a Heritage Auction in Dallas.
The X-wing — part of the collection of late Oscar-nominated modelmaker Greg Jein, which was auctioned this weekend — had been thought to have been lost for decades and was recently found in a box in Jein’s garage.
“Heritage just set the record for the most expensive Star Wars screen-used prop sold at auction,” said Joe Maddalena, exec vp Hollywood/entertainment memorabilia at Heritage Auctions, in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “The worldwide response to the Greg Jein collections has been outstanding, a true testament to Greg and all he accomplished as visual effects artist and collector.”
Built by Industrial Light & Magic for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, the “Red Leader” (Red One) X-wing is one of just...
The X-wing — part of the collection of late Oscar-nominated modelmaker Greg Jein, which was auctioned this weekend — had been thought to have been lost for decades and was recently found in a box in Jein’s garage.
“Heritage just set the record for the most expensive Star Wars screen-used prop sold at auction,” said Joe Maddalena, exec vp Hollywood/entertainment memorabilia at Heritage Auctions, in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “The worldwide response to the Greg Jein collections has been outstanding, a true testament to Greg and all he accomplished as visual effects artist and collector.”
Built by Industrial Light & Magic for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, the “Red Leader” (Red One) X-wing is one of just...
- 10/15/2023
- by Carolyn Giardina
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Model of spacecraft used in 1977 Star Wars film was thought to be lost for decades, but was found in the collection of Oscar-nominated model-maker Greg Jein
A long-lost model of an X-Wing Fighter that was used in the climactic battle in the original Star Wars film has been put up for auction, with bids starting at US$400,000.
The 20-inch model was discovered in the collection of model-maker Greg Jein, who was nominated for an Oscar for his work on 1941 and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Jein died in May last year, aged 76.
A long-lost model of an X-Wing Fighter that was used in the climactic battle in the original Star Wars film has been put up for auction, with bids starting at US$400,000.
The 20-inch model was discovered in the collection of model-maker Greg Jein, who was nominated for an Oscar for his work on 1941 and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Jein died in May last year, aged 76.
- 9/11/2023
- by Sian Cain
- The Guardian - Film News
When George Lucas and his special effects house Industrial Light and Magic finished shooting "Star Wars" back in the late 1970s, they boxed up all of their props and widgets -- then stored in the San Fernando Valley -- and moved their operation north, just north of the San Francisco Bay. While most of the "Star Wars" props made the trek undamaged, at least one of the X-wings models remained behind by accident. "Star Wars" fans will instantly note X-wings as the single-occupancy, biplane-like spacecraft that the film's heroes used to attack the Death Star in the film's climax.
One of the more forwardly visible models used to shoot the Death Star sequence -- the Red Leader X-wing -- was 20 inches long and was equipped with lights and servos to control the "expanding" of the ship's four wings. It was massively detailed and was painted to look like it had seen some action,...
One of the more forwardly visible models used to shoot the Death Star sequence -- the Red Leader X-wing -- was 20 inches long and was equipped with lights and servos to control the "expanding" of the ship's four wings. It was massively detailed and was painted to look like it had seen some action,...
- 9/9/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
A long-lost piece of Star Wars history has been uncovered, and if you’ve got a few hundred thousand to spare (at least), you can bring it home. An original 20-inch X-wing model used in the Death Star battle in the original Star Wars movie is set to be sold at a Heritage Auction next month in Dallas, with the bidding starting at $400,000.
The Red Leader X-wing model was part of the collection of late modelmaker Greg Jein and was one of just four hero filming models with articulating servo-controlled wings and lights. “This model has not been displayed or modified since it left Ilm,” VFX historian Gene Kozicki told THR. “For those of us that grew up in the ’70s or ’80s, and those of us that work in visual effects, this model is as significant a find as the ruby red slippers or the Maltese Falcon.“
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The Red Leader X-wing model was part of the collection of late modelmaker Greg Jein and was one of just four hero filming models with articulating servo-controlled wings and lights. “This model has not been displayed or modified since it left Ilm,” VFX historian Gene Kozicki told THR. “For those of us that grew up in the ’70s or ’80s, and those of us that work in visual effects, this model is as significant a find as the ruby red slippers or the Maltese Falcon.“
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- 9/8/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
A fabled piece of Star Wars history that was lost for decades has resurfaced, and is now the crown jewel of an upcoming auction.
An original 20-inch model of an X-wing starfighter used in the climatic space battle in 1977’s Star Wars — believed to be the so-called “missing X-wing” — is part of the collection of late Oscar nominated modelmaker Greg Jein. It will be sold at a Heritage Auction on Oct. 14-15 in Dallas, and the bidding for the X-wing starts at $400,000.
Built by Industrial Light & Magic for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, the “Red Leader” (Red One) X-wing is one of just four “hero” filming miniatures with articulating servo-controlled wings and lights, according to the auction description. Hero models were built for close-ups and used in the final battle, including the trench run.
“This model has not been displayed or modified since it left Ilm,” VFX historian...
An original 20-inch model of an X-wing starfighter used in the climatic space battle in 1977’s Star Wars — believed to be the so-called “missing X-wing” — is part of the collection of late Oscar nominated modelmaker Greg Jein. It will be sold at a Heritage Auction on Oct. 14-15 in Dallas, and the bidding for the X-wing starts at $400,000.
Built by Industrial Light & Magic for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, the “Red Leader” (Red One) X-wing is one of just four “hero” filming miniatures with articulating servo-controlled wings and lights, according to the auction description. Hero models were built for close-ups and used in the final battle, including the trench run.
“This model has not been displayed or modified since it left Ilm,” VFX historian...
- 9/8/2023
- by Carolyn Giardina
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Burt Bacharach (composer)
Angelo Badalamenti (composer)
Simone Bär (casting director)
Joanna Barnes (actor)
Carl A. Bell (animator)
Jeff Berlin (sound)
David Birney (actor)
Bruce Bisenz (sound)
Robert Blake (actor)
Eliot Bliss (sound)
Nick Bosustow (shorts)
Albert Brenner (production designer)
Tom Bronson (costume designer)
James Caan (actor)
Michael Callan (actor)
Donn Cambern (editor)
Irene Cara (songwriter)
Gary W. Carlson (sound)
Marvin Chomsky...
SEEWho is Performing at the Oscars 2023?: Full List of Presenters and Performers
Here is a lengthy list of many contributors to film who died since last year’s Academy Awards ceremony:
Mary Alice (actor)
Gil Alkabetz (animator)
Kirstie Alley (actor)
Burt Bacharach (composer)
Angelo Badalamenti (composer)
Simone Bär (casting director)
Joanna Barnes (actor)
Carl A. Bell (animator)
Jeff Berlin (sound)
David Birney (actor)
Bruce Bisenz (sound)
Robert Blake (actor)
Eliot Bliss (sound)
Nick Bosustow (shorts)
Albert Brenner (production designer)
Tom Bronson (costume designer)
James Caan (actor)
Michael Callan (actor)
Donn Cambern (editor)
Irene Cara (songwriter)
Gary W. Carlson (sound)
Marvin Chomsky...
- 3/10/2023
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
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