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‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Comes to a Theater Near You

Posted by: Sarahfina LoFaso September 8, 2023

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A classic Halloween film is making a second debut in theaters. Now that September is here, it’s out with summer and in with fall. Disney has already prepared for Halloween and is well into celebrating the spooky holiday. At Walt Disney World, Guests can immerse themselves in Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. In Disneyland, Guests can experience Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. Both are for a limited time, offering entertainment, bites and sips, and character sightings only at the special event.

As the Parks have already begun the celebration, Disney is celebrating another milestone within The Walt Disney Company. Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) is turning 30 and is celebrating its 30th anniversary in big ways. The film was released on October 13, 1993, and to commemorate the release, Disney is offering new merchandise and experiences for the celebration.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

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The Nightmare Before Christmas 30th Anniversary

So far, Guests can purchase merchandise for the anniversary. shopDisney is selling The Nightmare Before Christmas Light-Up Wreath – 30th Anniversary. “Created in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, it’s fun, festive and just a bit mischievous, like all the very best traditions,” shopDisney writes.

Additionally, Disney is selling a collectible item for the holiday classic. Available by print, e-book, and audio is the “stunning collectible novelization, adapted by New York Times bestselling author Megan Shepherd,” Disney Books details.

The nightmare before christmas

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We saved the best for last with this exciting announcement for the Halloween hit. Jack Skellington, Sally, and Oogie Boogie will hit the big screen again! Coming to a theater near you, Disney will re-release the film in 4K and 3D. “Regal has announced that the film will see a 30th anniversary re-release in theaters on October 20,” Inside the Magic adds. Additionally, the release will be an extended edition.
The timing couldn’t be better, as celebrating the 30th anniversary in theaters welcomes fans all over to enjoy the film again. But also just in time for Halloween! Although the film is certainly a Halloween film, it can also be categorized as a Christmas film. While the release is perfectly set right before Halloween, it’s also just in time to transition into the holiday spirit of Christmas.
The nightmare before christmas

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We’re excited to celebrate this classic hit all over again on the big screen. Are you?

About Sarahfina LoFaso

Sarahfina is an author, and adjunct professor with a passion for writing and of course, all things Disney! Cinderella is her favorite princess and movie, both the animated and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 1997 version. In close second place is Hercules, tied with Saving Mr. Banks. Sarahfina enjoys writing about the history of Walt Disney and all the parks, along with food, dining, and resorts. Her favorite ride is the Tower of Terror, and her favorite restaurant right now is the San Angel Inn, in EPCOT. Most importantly, her must-have snack every Disney trip is the controversial turkey leg, because it reminds her of her family trips as a kid with her grandparents.