"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" became just the third movie in film history to cross the $2 billion mark at the worldwide box office. J.J. Abrams' film smashed ticket sales left and right and while fans poured over every single frame of film with the scrutiny of Sherlock Holmes. And yet, they still want and need more "Star Wars."
Fear not, Force sensitive audiences across the galaxy, for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will feature a slew of bonus features when it becomes available for home viewing in one short month.
"The Force Awakens" will first be available on April 1 (no, not an April Fools Day joke) on Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere before being released on Blue-ray and DVD on April 5.
What fans are most excited about are the deleted scenes, which Disney and Lucasfilm execs won't comment on, but we already know how many there will be. In addition, there will be an in-depth making-of documentary running nearly the same length of the film along with awesome behind-the-scenes shots. Get excited.
Here are all the bonus materials announced by Lucasfilm:
-Secrets of the Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey - For the first time, discover the complete story behind the making of the Force Awakens, revealed through in-depth footage and exclusive interviews with the actors and filmmakers in this feature documentary.
-The Story Awakens: The Table Read - Cast members familiar and new reflect on the memorable day they all first came together to read the movie's script.
-Building BB-8 - See how the filmmakers brought the newest droid to the screen, creating an instant fan favorite in the Star Wars universe.
-Crafting Creatures - Watch movie magic as the filmmakers bring a cast of new creatures to life.
-Blueprint of a Battle: The Snow Fight - Go deeper into the epic, climactic lightsaber battle between Rey and Kylo Ren.
-John Williams: The Seventh Symphony - The legendary composer shares personal insights of his work on Star Wars and The Force Awakens.
-ILM: The Visual Magic of The Force - An insider's look into the remarkable digital artistry of the movie's visual effects.
-Force For Change - Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. See how the Star Wars: Force for Change initiative has united Star Wars fans all over the globe to help others.
