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Episode 6: Lucasfilm

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Jan 19, 2016
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ANECDOTE

Lucasfilm's Origins

  • George Lucas founded Lucasfilm in 1971 in San Rafael, California.
  • The company's first project was American Graffiti, followed by Star Wars in 1977.
INSIGHT

Lucasfilm's Legacy

  • Lucasfilm has produced iconic films like Star Wars and Indiana Jones.
  • It also birthed companies like Pixar, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), and THX.
ANECDOTE

The Acquisition

  • George Lucas discussed selling Lucasfilm with Bob Iger during a visit to Disney World in 2011.
  • The acquisition was announced in October 2012 for $4.1 billion.
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