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Star Wars Trilogy (Widescreen Theatrical Edition)

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Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2016

Make sure you are getting the version in the pic with this post. This has the original 1977,1980,1983 theatrical versions on the SECOND disc. Definitely worth the $80 I pain for it, I got it used but it was in incredible condition. Definitely worth seeing the original unedited versions of classic films.

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Not the "classic" Star Wars trilogy.....no matter what the other reviewers write.

Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016

Yes, there are 4 dvds in this set (episodes 4-6 & special features), but none of the films should be described as the "classic" or "original" versions in any of the reviews provided here. All Lucas "improvements" are included on these disks (Wikipedia has a pretty good listing of most of the differences) I am still kicking myself for not purchasing the original unaltered theatrical trilogy released in 2006. Now the only way I've found to get them is to pay top dollar on eBay. Get out your wallet and head there if you are looking for unaltered versions. I should have paid attention to the reviews written about other sets offered here on Amazon. The original theatrical versions aren't available on Amazon. Period. Three starts for prompt, easy ordering and delivery, and the packaging displayed matches what was delivered.

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Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2016

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Make sure you are getting the version in the pic with this post. This has the original 1977,1980,1983 theatrical versions on the SECOND disc. Definitely worth the $80 I pain for it, I got it used but it was in incredible condition. Definitely worth seeing the original unedited versions of classic films.

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Not the "classic" Star Wars trilogy.....no matter what the other reviewers write.

Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016

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Yes, there are 4 dvds in this set (episodes 4-6 & special features), but none of the films should be described as the "classic" or "original" versions in any of the reviews provided here. All Lucas "improvements" are included on these disks (Wikipedia has a pretty good listing of most of the differences) I am still kicking myself for not purchasing the original unaltered theatrical trilogy released in 2006. Now the only way I've found to get them is to pay top dollar on eBay. Get out your wallet and head there if you are looking for unaltered versions. I should have paid attention to the reviews written about other sets offered here on Amazon. The original theatrical versions aren't available on Amazon. Period. Three starts for prompt, easy ordering and delivery, and the packaging displayed matches what was delivered.

186 people found this helpful

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2017

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Just as advertised. FYI the original theatrical releases are located on the bonus discs

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While distracting--especially to someone like me who grew up watching the un-enhanced versions--they don't ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2017

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I bought these for my five-year-old son, who is getting into Star Wars, because I couldn't find my copies of the unaltered original trilogy. What can I say? This is the original three Star Wars films. That alone should make this rating be five stars . . . except these are the "enhanced" editions with George Lucas' tweaks and additions. While distracting--especially to someone like me who grew up watching the un-enhanced versions--they don't ruin the movies themselves.

Not how I didn't say "ruin." Some of these additions--particularly in the first film--do affect the pacing (I'm thinking of the Jabba scene in Episode IV), and can be jarring.

George: You caught lightning in a bottle not once, not twice, but THRICE. You should've left these alone, man!

But at the end of the day, you get DVD and BluRay versions of Star Wars, Empire, and Jedi. You can't go wrong.

38 people found this helpful

Why less expensive?? Here's the answer!

Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2015

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If you're wondering why this is less expensive than other options out there. This comes in one case for all three movies. It has 6 discs - 3 blu-ray and 3 DVDs, but they are all in one case. Not an issue for me, but I was curious about the less expensive price.

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Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2010

This is just an alert since there seems to be some confusion about a trilogy release with the original unaltered versions along with the special editions vs a trilogy set that only contains the special editions and no copies of the original unaltered versions.

The reviews for both sets are merged together... that is why you are seeing people claim that it has the original unaltered versions, and people complaining they do not. THIS set that I specifically clicked on to make this comment on is on the 2004 release which DOES NOT CONTAIN THE ORIGINAL UNALTERED VERSIONS. The box image is silver and has Darth Vader's mask on the box. This set ONLY contains the SE along with a 4th bonus disc of making of features and trailers and a sneak peak at episode III. If you want the trilogy set that contains both the SE and the unaltered versions but no bonus features, make sure when purchasing from Amazon, that the picture is a picture of Darth Vader and Luke clashing with light sabers and the box has a lot of blue coloring. It also says IV V VI along the bottom. Scroll down to DVD info and it should say release date: 2008. THAT is the version you are looking for.

If you place an order on the Trilogy with the Silver box with Darth Vaders mask on it, you are going to get the 2004 release of the trilogy and that's probably not the one you want... This review is going to appear on both sets though... So make sure before you buy, that you are on the correct trilogy page. Check the picture. Check the release date.

There are plenty of reviews of the actual product so I'm not going to go into that. Just wanted to clear up some confusion.

UPDATE 11-23-15
There are no longer copies available from retail that have the original cuts included anymore. They're out of print. There are no bluray editions and no current editions with the old cuts. You can still find the ones with the original cuts but be prepared to pay a hefty price.

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Very Good - but still not the original

Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2016

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My grandson just loved these. He is only 7 so was not exposed to the original Star Wars Episodes. I thought this set, even though it had been redone, was very good. I still don't understand though, why you can't get the original series as they were original done. I'm sure they could enhance the quality without adjusting some of the scenes. Why tamper with a classic? Oh well, my grandchildren still enjoyed them and that's really what matters to me the most.

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When Star Wars was fun. Excellent 35Mbps transfer too

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2019

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No pointless review here. I am not a fanatic, I have never seen any of the sequels/prequels/spinoffs and never will. The first 3 are all I need and if that is you as well this is the 3 disc set you need. As per the my title the transfer is done beautifully. Not a trace of gray scale or artifacts. Gorgeous. The lightsaber fight between Luke and Darth Vader looks better than 95% of the CGI juvenile nonsense of today. Yes, this is the NEW and IMPROVED version with added CGI effects, but aside from the laughably pink lipstick Han, Luke, Peter Cushing seem to be wearing in #1 I really don't care.
There are many of this set available used from 3rd party vendors and I suggest giving them a shot. I got mine for $13 Prime and could not be happier. And may the Force see through you! No! May the Force misconstrue you! There ya go.

4 people found this helpful

Ignore the naysayers, and enjoy the experience.

Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2016

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I should start off by saying that I grew up with Star Wars. I loved the original movies, and had almost every toy (wish I kept them). When I read the reviews here I was very hesitant about buying this version. "Lucas changed this, Lucas changed that." "It's not as good as the original." These reviews kept me from pulling the add to cart button from my wish list. What a mistake.

This version looks and sounds great. I really do love the "cleaned" up look, and I don't feel it distracts me from the experience at all. Some of the added CGI is totally unnecessary, but again its DOES NOT in anyway take you away from the Star Wars universe. It had been a while since I've seen the originals, and I was actually getting goosebumps and a bit giggly when watching.

If you're not the type who complains about every little detail in life, you will enjoy this representation. I am so glad I ignored the naysayers and took the chance. Now I can enjoy this series from home at any time. Isn't that what its all about?

16 people found this helpful

Buy this so you won't feel bad downloading the Despecialized Edition

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2018

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The video quality looks extremely good, there are some controversial changes I don't like such as Hayden Christensen appearing at the end of Return of the Jedi, but it's worth buying if you are a huge fan of Star Wars. If you feel bad about stealing, just buy this Blu-ray trilogy so you won't feel bad about downloading the Despecialized Edition from torrent sites. You are paying for the movies so it's only fair you can download the version you prefer to watch that is no longer available (at least not yet).

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