A New Chapter in Lucasfilm Storytelling
Disney+ has released the first trailer and key art for Light & Magic, a new six-part documentary series from Lucasfilm and Imagine Documentaries. All episodes premiere Wednesday, July 27, exclusively on Disney+.
A Vision Brought to Life
Directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan, the series offers rare access to the creative world of Industrial Light & Magic (ILM). Viewers will explore how this team brought George Lucas’ ambitious ideas to life. Along the way, they changed the film industry forever.
An Inside Look at the Pioneers of Visual Effects
From the earliest Star Wars scenes to cutting-edge digital innovation, ILM helped redefine visual storytelling. The documentary introduces the artists and innovators behind the magic. Their work not only fulfilled Lucas’s vision, but also inspired an entire generation of filmmakers.
The series blends exclusive interviews, archive footage, and behind-the-scenes stories. As a result, fans gain a deeper understanding of how visual effects became essential to modern cinema.
All Episodes Streaming July 27, 2022
Whether you’re a filmmaker, fan of visual effects, or a lover of Disney and Lucasfilm history, Light & Magic promises to be a must-watch. All six episodes drop at once, giving fans the chance to watch them all.
Watch the trailer now and mark your calendar for July 27—the day we go behind the curtain of ILM and experience the magic like never before. Light & Magic Trailer
