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ILM’s Audacious Start in an Empty Warehouse Began 50 Years Ago
On this day in 1975, Industrial Light & Magic was officially signed into existence by George Lucas.
‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’: ILM’s Visual Effects Adventure from the Observatory Moon to Lanupa and back to At Attin
The second, and final, part of an extensive look behind the scenes of the visual effects production for Lucasfilm’s pirate-themed Star Wars adventure series.
ILM Pioneer Dennis Muren Visits Company’s Original Home for the First Time in Decades
Muren celebrates ILM’s 50th anniversary at the place where it all began.
‘Star Wars’ Celebration 2025: Exploring a Galaxy Far, Far Away on Meta Quest
In honor of Star Wars Celebration, ILM and Meta shared a special first look at their upcoming virtual and mixed reality experience Star Wars: Beyond Victory – A Mixed Reality Playset.
ILM’s Jason Smith Wins BAFTA Television Craft Award for ‘Rings of Power’
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power wins for Special, Visual & Graphic Effects in Season 2 of the Amazon MGM Studios series.
ILM 50th Anniversary Merchandise Now Available Online
Clothing and accessories featuring a new commemorative logo designed by Hoodzpah are available for purchase on Amazon.com.
ILM Celebrates 50th Anniversary and Announces New Book at ‘Star Wars’ Celebration Japan
Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation by Ian Failes will be released in November 2025 by Lucasfilm Publishing and Abrams.
Director Joe Johnston Goes Behind the Scenes of ‘Light & Magic’ Season 2 – Exclusive
The ILM veteran and accomplished feature filmmaker enters the documentary space to tell the story of ILM and Lucasfilm’s digital filmmaking odyssey.