RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) US 1 Sheet Movie Poster, Style B, VF+
Size US One Sheet Pre '85 (27" x 41")
RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) Original US 1 Sheet Movie Poster, Style B, NSS 830013, linen backed and ready to frame! Movie Synopsis, Movie Poster, Artist & more Celebrate the epic...
RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) Original US 1 Sheet Movie Poster, Style B, NSS 830013, linen backed and ready to frame!
Movie Synopsis, Movie Poster, Artist & more
Celebrate the epic space saga with this original Return of the Jedi (1983), US One Sheet, Style B, marked NSS 830013. This original 1 Sheet poster was designed by Japanese artist, Kazuhiko Sano, and is highly sort after piece showing most of the main characters. This poster is an authentic piece of movie history and perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Examples of this poster in fantastic condition are becoming harder to find and appreciating in value. Display it proudly in your home or office and relive the excitement of the Rebel Alliance's battle against the Empire. May the force be with you!
Return of the Jedi, also known as Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, is a pivotal installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, concluding the epic saga that began with Star Wars (1977) and continued with The Empire Strikes Back (1980). The movie was originally going to be called 'Revenge of the Jedi', with some advance posters created under that name that were recalled, but Lucas finally decided on Return of the Jedi. Directed by Richard Marquand and written by Lawrence Kasdan and George Lucas, the film continues the timeless struggle between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance.
In this installment, the Rebels embark on a daring mission to destroy the Empire's second Death Star, while Luke Skywalker confronts his father, Darth Vader, in an attempt to redeem him from the dark side of the Force. The film delves into themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the eternal battle between good and evil, culminating in a climactic showdown between the forces of light and darkness.
The ensemble cast, including Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Daniels, David Prowse, Kenny Baker, Peter Mayhew, and Frank Oz, delivers memorable performances that further enrich the iconic characters introduced in the previous films.
Return of the Jedi remains a beloved classic in the Star Wars saga, captivating audiences with its thrilling action sequences, heartfelt moments, and epic storytelling. It solidifies the legacy of the original trilogy and continues to inspire fans around the world.
Condition
This US One Sheet movie poster, National Screen Service issued, Very Fine+ condition before linen backing with only some very, very light fold wear that had minor touch up during linen backing by Studio C in California. After linen backing it now presents as Very Fine/Near Mint and is ready for framing. Measuring 27" x 41" plus linen border, this movie poster is a must-have for any fan of the Star Wars franchise.
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Special Notes
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.