'Space Jam' Is Returning to Theaters For Its 20th Anniversary
By Amid Amidi | 10/17/2016 2:44 pm | 32 Comments
If it worked for The Iron Giant, why not Space Jam?
Following up on last year's successful limited re-release of the Brad Bird pic, Fathom Events has announced that they will re-release Space Jam into more than 450 U.S. theaters for a limited two-day run in honor of the film's 20th anniversary. The film, which combined the charm of funny classic cartoon characters with the listless performances of then-popular NBA basketball players, will return to the bigscreen on Sunday, November 13 (2:00pm and 6:00pm showtimes), and Wednesday, November 16 (7:00 pm showtime).
See Also: A 'Space Jam' Sequel Might Be In The Works
Playing in front of the Space Jam re-release will be the Reel FX-produced CGI Looney Tunes short I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat, which originally screened in front of Happy Feet Two in 2011.
"Space Jam has been a family favorite for the last 20 years and is sure to remain so for the next 20 and beyond," Fathom Events vice president of studio relations Tom Lucas said in a press statement. "This event is the perfect chance for audiences of all ages to view the film as it was meant to be seen—on the big screen."
For tickets, visit FathomEvents.com, or better yet, visit the official Space Jam web site from 1996.
Read More: Fathom Events Space Jam Warner Bros.
Amid Amidi More Articles
Amid Amidi is Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Cartoon Brew.
More in Feature Film
Go to Feature Film »
Two things are for sure: the remake of "The Lion King" is animated, and it's going to do well at the box office.
Lessons from Luma's animation supervisor on the fiery Elemental in the film.
"Lupin III: The First" is the first-fully cg feature installment in the long-running manga/anime franchise.
Katsuhiro Otomo Unveils New Feature, 'Akira' Adaptation
"Orbital Era" is Otomo's third full-length animated feature. It will follow young astronauts as they struggle to get by in a space colony.
4 Steps Sony Imageworks Took To Animate The Sardonic Pawny From 'Men In Black: International'
Kumail Nanjiani lends his voice — and personality — to the completely cg alien.
By Ian Failes | 2 weeks ago
Now A Disney Film, 'Spies In Disguise' Offers Second Trailer
The film's new release date is Christmas 2019.
By Amid Amidi | 2 weeks ago