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No. George Lucas didn't expect Star Wars to be a big hit at all. But then after Episode 4 received a huge box office, Lucas then decided to expand the storyline.

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Why did George Lucas first released A New Hope first and two decades later released The Phantom Menace?

A New Hope was simply titled Star Wars when it was initially released. It was the original story that George Lucas intended to create. After that he wanted to continue the story with the sequels The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. It was not until some time later that Lucas decided to produce the prequels when the development of CGI allowed him to more fully render his ideas.


Who wrote the Star Wars novels before george lucas?

George Lucas is the original writer for star wars, he has changed it for good or for bad (most who saw the original say for bad) and wrote the prequels when filming the original.


What George Lucas film made for 750000 is considered the most profitable in Hollywood history?

The film you're referring to is "Star Wars," released in 1977. Made for approximately $750,000, it became a cultural phenomenon and is often cited as one of the most profitable films in Hollywood history, grossing over $775 million worldwide. Its success spawned a vast franchise, including sequels, prequels, and merchandise, further solidifying its financial impact.


Who killed George Lucas?

George Lucas is still alive


What special concession did George Lucas make to Samuel L. Jackson when he joined the 'Star Wars' prequels?

If you meant to ask if George Lucas gave Samuel L. Jackson any special accommodations, then yes. According to the bonus material on the complete saga Blu-Ray box set, the only reason why Mace Windu got a purple lightsaber was because when George told Samuel the "regular" lightsaber colors, Samuel asked, "No purple?" and George decided to grant him "his wish."

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Why did George Lucas first released A New Hope first and two decades later released The Phantom Menace?

A New Hope was simply titled Star Wars when it was initially released. It was the original story that George Lucas intended to create. After that he wanted to continue the story with the sequels The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. It was not until some time later that Lucas decided to produce the prequels when the development of CGI allowed him to more fully render his ideas.


Who wrote the Star Wars novels before george lucas?

George Lucas is the original writer for star wars, he has changed it for good or for bad (most who saw the original say for bad) and wrote the prequels when filming the original.


who wrote Star Wars ?

George Lucas came up with the stories. As far as screenplays, he did the script for A New Hope, and Leigh Brackett & Lawrence Kasdan wrote the script for Empire Strikes Back, with Lucas and Kasdan for Return of the Jedi. As far as the prequels, Lucas wrote Eps. I & III, and he wrote Ep. II with Jonathan Hales.


What does a purple lightsaber represent in Star Wars?

When Samuel L. Jackson was in negotiation with George Lucas to do the Star Wars prequels, he asked for a purple light saber. No other significance.


Who wrote and directed all six star war films?

No, it was not just George Lucas. George Lucas came up with the stories. As far as screenplays, he did the script for A New Hope, and Leigh Brackett & Lawrence Kasdan wrote the script for Empire Strikes Back, with Lucas and Kansdan for Return of the Jedi. As far as the prequels, Lucas wrote Eps. I & III, and he wrote Ep. II with Jonathan Hales.


Who wrote Star Wars - A new hope?

George Lucas came up with the stories. As far as screenplays, he did the script for A New Hope, and Leigh Brackett & Lawrence Kasdan wrote the script for Empire Strikes Back, with Lucas and Kasdan for Return of the Jedi.As far as the prequels, Lucas wrote Eps. I & III, and he wrote Ep. II with Jonathan Hales.Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Who_wrote_Star_Wars#ixzz1HSeJ1DzY


What George Lucas film made for 750000 is considered the most profitable in Hollywood history?

The film you're referring to is "Star Wars," released in 1977. Made for approximately $750,000, it became a cultural phenomenon and is often cited as one of the most profitable films in Hollywood history, grossing over $775 million worldwide. Its success spawned a vast franchise, including sequels, prequels, and merchandise, further solidifying its financial impact.


Who is more famous Lady Gaga or George Lucas?

Definitely George Lucas


When Motorola released its Droid cell phone it had to get permission from which Hollywood director?

George Lucas


Who killed George Lucas?

George Lucas is still alive


Who is more famous george lucas or pikachu?

Definitely George Lucas


How many children does George Lucas have?

George Lucas has 4 children