{"product_id":"0726mp1102-us","title":"STAR WARS THE PHANTOM MENACE HC A VISUAL ARCHIVE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Order has an estimated release date of \u003cspan style=\"color: #ae1f23;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e October 14, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e For an updated release schedule, please reference \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lunardistribution.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.lunardistribution.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eNote:  Release dates may change. \u003cspan style=\"color: #ae1f23;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover art on Pre-Order is not final \u0026amp; is subject to change. Thank you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAny items listed as Pre-Order and listed after FOC current date does not qualify as Back Issue, please reach out to confirm availability. Thank you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpportunist\u003c\/b\u003e:  Buying a Ratio Variant at Cover Price will require you to also buy that many copies of that Ratio Variant at the regular price, or lose half your money for Refund Fees.  Thank You\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: No Free Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e Celebrate Star Wars: The Phantom Menace with this incredible volume that presents behind-the-scenes photography and concept art, complemented by filmmaking anecdotes. Readers are also treated to a fresh perspective on the film’s connections to contemporary Star Wars stories, including fan-favorites such as Star Wars:The Clone Wars, Star WarsRebels, and Star Wars: The Mandalorian as well as the sequel trilogy. Filled with more than a dozen special items such as booklets and foldout pages fans will want to add this fun and fascinating tribute to one of the boldest blockbusters ever made to their library. With Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, George Lucas delivered a revolutionary film. With its sprawling world building, pioneering visual effects, and instantly iconic imagery, the impact of The Phantom Menace on the Star Wars galaxyand the larger cinematic landscape is undeniable. This book pays tribute to George Lucas’ highly influential film, pairing behind-the-scenes photography and concept art with insights about the movie’s production. Additionally, this archive details how The Phantom Menace built the framework for some of the most compelling aspects of modern Star Wars storytelling, as evidenced by iconic designs that have appeared in The Mandalorian and Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett. The film boldly reimagined the Star Wars galaxy, providing fertile ground for future stories—its portrait of an ages-old Jedi Order would be expanded upon in The Clone Wars,and its milieu of political intrigue would be further explored in Star Wars: Andor. Looking beyond the storytelling legacy of The Phantom Menace, this book also examines the merchandise, novels, and comics that were inspired by the film. As a celebration of the enduring appeal and impact of the epic film, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace: A Visual Archive is a must-have for any Star Wars library. REVISIT THE BEGINNING OF THE SKYWALKER SAGA: This deluxe book presents the story of Star Wars:The Phantom Menace—from its creation to its long afterlife—in a fun, accessible format. A BOUNTY OF SPECIAL ITEMS AND INTERACTIVE FEATURES: Foldout pages, booklets, and recreations of ephemera from the production add a new level of insight to this deluxe volume. CELEBRATE A REMARKABLE LEGACY: Going beyond the production of The Phantom Menace, this book explores the film’s lasting impact on contemporary Star Wars stories, while also diving into the movie’s merchandise, comics, and spin-offs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWritten by:  \u003c\/b\u003eJoshua Williamson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist by:  \u003c\/b\u003eKelly Knox, ST Bende, Clayton Sandell, Amy Richau\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCover Artist by:  \u003c\/b\u003e Leomacs, Pip Martin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Massive Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Approx. Release October 14 2026","offer_id":67589458723068,"sku":null,"price":84.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/1258\/9720\/files\/0726MP1102.jpg?v=1790453552","url":"https:\/\/thundercomicscanada.com\/products\/0726mp1102-us","provider":"Thunder Comics Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}