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May 1, 2024 · Price: USD 660,000. In terms of pop culture collectibles, the dazzling ruby slippers worn by protagonist Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz movie are among the top most expensive movie props ever sold. The popular pair, seen in the 1939 film, were worn by actress Judy Garland and went up for auction in 2000. Fetching a jaw-dropping price of USD ...
Jun 10, 2021 · HAL 9000. - Movie: "2001: A Space Odyssey" (1968) The main antagonist in "2001: A Space Odyssey," HAL 9000 is an artificially intelligent computer that's responsible for controlling the Discovery One, and eventually attempts to kill everyone on board. The original prop is now owned by director Peter Jackson, who has amassed a collection of ...
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(Image: Profiles in History) This outfit was worn by Carrie Fisher in Return of the Jedi, when Princess Leia is reduced to a slave girl by the evil Jabba the Hut following her failed attempt to rescue Han Solo. It originated from the collection of Richard Miller, a 30-year veteran with Industrial Light and Magic and the original designer and sculpt...
(Image: Profiles in History) Return of the Jedi featured more Imperial storm troopers than ever before, particularly for the battle scenes on Endor, so the production team produced around 50 new helmets based on the original moulds used for those on The Empire Strikes Back. The helmet was worn during filing by stunt performer Billy Horrigan, who al...
(Image: Prop Store) When it came time to film The Empire Strikes Back, producer Gary Kurtz noticed the original Imperial Stormtrooper costumes from the first film were looking a little worn. Most of the helmets had been reconditioned and repainted, so a new set or around 8-10 helmets was ordered. This example was one of the new MK II style helmets ...
(Image: Bonhams) Based on Ralph McQuarrie’s conceptual designs, the last of the Jedi Knights appeared as a nomadic monk rather than a great warrior. Not only is ‘Old Ben’ Kenobi’s cloak indicative of the peaceful nature of the Force, it’s also the only thing left of him after his battle with Darth Vader in Episode IV. The iconic costume appeared in...
(Image: Profiles in History) This DLT-19 heavy blaster rifle was originally created for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope by the British movie weapons company Bapty & Co. Based on a deactivated World War II-era German MG 34 machine gun, the rifle was one of four seen in a weapons rack in the communications room on the Death Star. Just two of those...
(Image: Profiles in History) Following the end of filming on The Empire Strikes Back, Lucasfilm sent this Darth Vader helmet and shoulder armour set to be replicated by N.J. Farmer and Associates. The company then used the production-made originals to create promotional suits, to be worn at the film's premier in May 1980. The helmet then spent almo...
(Image: Profiles in History) As the Star Wars effects unit filmed the final climactic attack on the Death Star, they realised they were blowing up miniature X-Wing and Y-Wing fighters faster than they could make them. To save time, they started reusing parts from exploded models to create more cannon fodder for the Imperial guards (sorry Porkins). ...
(Image: Profiles in History) The second Darth Vader helmet to appear on the list was also used in the production of The Empire Strikes Back. It was created for use during the climactic fight scene between Vader and Luke Skywalker, during which Vader reveals (spoiler alert) he is Luke’s father. The helmet featured transparent cheeks and a modified g...
(Image: Profiles in History) Here's one of the most feared weapons in the galaxy – Darth Vader’s lightsaber. This screen-used prop was used by David Prowse during production on The Empire Strikes Back -most notably in the climactic fight scene in Cloud City, in which the Skywalker family reunion goes slightly awry. Luke gains a parent and loses a h...
(Image: Profiles in History) This original C-3PO helmet was worn on-screen by Anthony Daniels in his role as the faithful protocol droid throughout Return of the Jedi – whether it was translating threats for Jabba the Hutt, or being worshipped as a golden god by the Ewoks on Endor. The helmet originated from the collection of Brian Lofthouse, who w...
Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi (1983) A must-have for fans of the filmmaking process, this has a fascinating detail – it still bears the shooting title of the movie, Revenge of the Jedi. Auction price estimate: £800-£1,200. Anakin Skywalker (Sebastian Shaw) Facial Appliances and Lifecast.
Apr 22, 2023 · The 43-inch robot went up for auction in 2017, breaking the record for the highest price ever paid for a piece of "Star Wars" memorabilia at $2.76 million. Meanwhile, the lightsaber used by Luke ...
Nov 3, 2016 · The novel “Star Wars: Ahsoka,” released in October, chronicles her journey from the end of “Clone Wars” to the beginning of “Rebels.”. Much about Rey (Daisy Ridley) is a mystery ...
Jun 2, 2021 · Over 100 original Star Wars props & memorabilia among 1,300 other props, costumes, and memorabilia worth over $6.1 million (£4.4 million) to go under the hammer in upcoming Los Angeles auction on Tuesday 29th July, Wednesday 30th July and Thursday 1st July 2021. Online bidding is now open at Prop Store. Carrie Fisher’s “Princess Leia” heavily annotated original […]
