Iconic Star Wars Novel Celebrates 20 Years with Deluxe Edition

The beloved Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith is set to receive a special 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition hardcover release on October 14, 2025. This notable edition comes with upgraded features, including new cover art, red foil edge pages, and the inclusion of over 170 new annotations by the original author Matthew Stover. The deluxe edition is being celebrated as it offers readers profound insights into the story and characters, making it a remarkable adaptation in the Star Wars canon. Furthermore, the film's anniversary will see a limited theatrical release in May 2025, allowing fans to experience the epic story on the big screen once more. Stover's novelization is hailed as one of the best Star Wars works, often praised for its depth and unique narrative style, significantly enhancing the original screenplay's portrayal of iconic characters.

The Deluxe Edition features new cover art, red foil edge pages, a removable acetate jacket, and over 170 new annotations by Matthew Stover, providing a richer understanding of the story and characters.

Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, released in 2005, is the third installment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy and showcases Anakin Skywalker’s tragic transformation into Darth Vader. With a complex narrative filled with political intrigue and personal conflict, the film explores themes of power, betrayal, and redemption, becoming a pivotal chapter in the overall Star Wars saga. The 20th Anniversary celebration reaffirms the film's lasting impact on the franchise and its fans.