Every Star Wars Film Release on VHS [YungJunko]

The dead speak! YungJunko has returned with an all new obligatory May the 4th Star Wars video! We'll be going over every Star Wars film release on VHS, with some added extras for good measure.
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[@YungJunko]

As stated in the video, this is an overview of all the US releases of the mainline Star Wars films on VHS. Episode 3 Revenge of the Sith was never released here on VHS in America. There is a PAL version released in limited qualities in places like the UK. Those will not work on an NTSC VCR. There is also a South Korean VHS release of Revenge of the Sith that actually is NTSC. But once again, here in America we never got an official release of Revenge of the Sith on VHS.

[@catholiccontriversy]

I was pretty annoyed that Revenge of the Sith wasn't released on VHS. I had all the other movies on VHS and the boxes all matched perfectly. VHS was still pretty mainstream in 2005 when Revenge of the Sith was released on home media, so it's not like he would have had to make a special "legacy edition" or something.

[@gabrielnowacki]

We also had ep3 on VHS in Poland but that was the 1st one that came out only in 4:3 format. Ep 1 and 2 had the widescreen versions as well.

[@ozmond]

You forgot to mention that revenge of the sith wasn’t released on VHS in the US

[@brycesonflowers8758]

If you lived in the UK during 2005 they actually pasted together a VHS Release of Star Wars Revenge of The Sith

[@therealkratosskywalker1321]

I have a vhs version from the uk of rots

[@CharlieZColt]

“Pasted”?

[@Chippaaaaaaaaaaaa]

Worth shit loads now

[@STICKOMEDIA]

Lol imaginr

[@supermegabenji1026]

It also Released In Australia Too.

[@MisterSouji]

So at some point in the mid 90's they did a tv broadcast of Star Wars for three nights, hosted by Carrie Fisher. This was the first time I had watched the movies in full, it was a nightly thing with me and my dad. We recorded them to vhs and still have them. Need to see how much of the Carrie Fisher stuff is still there.

[@GTVNewsForGamers]

You should definitely digitize them and upload the Carrie Fisher segments.

[@il100374]

My grandparents have the old old Star Wars VHS tapes from when they were first released :) Beautiful cover art on those

[@derrickwhipp1613]

Not the same thing, but they took the concept art from ROTJ of Luke in Jabbas palace and used it in a new episode of boba fett. The only difference is they took out Luke being in it because in-universe it’s a painting hung up in Jabbas palace, meant to honor him, so of course they wouldn’t put the dude who would come blow up and kill him lol The painting is in the scene where the Vespas are chasing the mayor around Mos eisley and one of the vesper drivers runs through it

[@dylanlewis5113]

I still have my childhood Star Wars VHS tapes. Episode 1 (2 copies), Episode 2 and the 1997 Special Editions of the OT. I can't watch them anymore, but I'm not getting rid of them. So many memories held in those tapes.

[@AM-dk3wy]

My first exposure to Star Wars was the 1995 release of the original trilogy on VHS at blockbuster. I walked through the aisles at 6 years old and saw these three films. Something about Vader caught my attention so I just grabbed be and my dad rented it for me. And after watching it that night I became a fanatic. The next week I rented empire strikes back and the following week I rented return of the Jedi. I didn’t purchase the 1995 VHS versions unfortunately. It wasn’t until the special edition versions came out when I got original trilogy on VHS (gold version). I got use to the special edition ones so I accepted them as they were.

[@calebcorenza685]

I have the 1995 box set with a new hope the empire strikes back and return of the jedi I got them from my dad I also have the box that holds all 3 tapes

[@owenrogers8298]

There was a VHS release of revenge of the sith, but it was only released in the UK

[@gamepad3173]

I may as well pick up a copy of Revenge of the sith on Ebay (it tends to go for $182.22).

[@supermegabenji1026]

It also Released In Australia Too.

[@TheOneToKeepYouWaiting]

I had the honor of watching the original version of Empire Strikes Back in theaters as a celebration of the 40th anniversary, and it is easily the definitive edition.

[@Speckadactyl]

Empire didn’t get hit too hard by the special editions. The only one that I think truly suffered was ROTJ. ANH was passable, even if there’s a couple ugly cgi creatures, the Jabba scene, and I’ve seen 1 or 2 people argue about who shot first

[@theunknowncommenter725]

@@Speckadactyl You misspelled IMPROVED

[@edwardiii8409]

@@Speckadactyl I finally saw the unaltered original cut. Bar shoot out was done in close ups with a big flash. I like the wide shot better. CGI was ridiculous but so were the models.

[@emmasappho9006]

I recently saw empire in a theater in it’s original version and I agree the originals are the best versions of those movies.

[@EndHall]

I still try to actively record on VHS. I got most of the clone wars and Rebels on tape cause my family just never really fell out of that type of media. I just found out how to get cable in my college dorm room and am so happy to record movies like solo on tape and loved your video!

[@LaserDiscWarrior3043]

I'm thinking about making custom widescreen VHSes for Attack of the Clones, the 2003 Clone Wars, and Revenge of the Sith so I can have the full saga in widescreen (I have the official widescreen phantom menace and 1995 widescreen trilogy set)

[@bradleyelsken622]

Very cool. I'm autistic and I find this sort of random info/trivia extremely interesting

[@nurjanyes]

I'm allegedly not autistic, but I find it interesting too. And also, in my country there was a vhs-release

[@Chuked]

Why does it matter if you’re autistic, your all food to me anyways

[@Evilfetus15]

i’m definitely not autistic but i feel you, i’m not even a star wars fan lmao… honestly yung junko could make any random trivia interesting tho

[@azariyelvarro6271]

I too am autistic. Nice to meet a fellow neurodivergent kinfolk on the internet. and yeah, can confirm, this is indeed quality soul soothing random tidbits of star wars curiosities.

[@wumboqwark]

I have mesothelioma but yeah junko pretty cool 🤓👍

[@johnbeare3850]

The Stormtrooper bit had me on the floor. "WHY IS NOBODY DOING ANYTHING!!!"

[@ProjectTony]

Star wars fans: Hate episode 1. Also star wars fans: Hate how they can't own it on DVD.

[@theunknowncommenter725]

No real Star Wars fans hate Episode I

[@mechadeka]

@@theunknowncommenter725 "Just consoom product!"

[@CaptainAhabGetsHisRevenge]

@@mechadeka nah its just a good movie. seethe tard

[@wilbourke4188]

Revenge of the Sith DID get a VHS release (in some European countries) but they’re pretty rare in comarison.

[@PixarMan2001]

The first release of A New Hope on VHS was in fact the Rental copy seen in this video. It later got a retail release that same year. Then in 1983, it got reissued with the CBS/Fox Video logo on the box instead of "20th Century Fox Video" (which merged with CBS Video Enterprises the year prior, and created said venture), but the contents were exactly the same. A year later in 1984, it got yet another reissue, this time in a standard slipcase (rather than the "drawer case"), to match The Empire Strikes Back which came out that year on VHS. In 1986, around the time Return of the Jedi came to VHS, they released a version of A New Hope that looks just like the 1984 copy, but has a new remastered soundtrack restoring C3PO's missing tractor beam line. The way to tell the difference between a 1984 copy and a 1986 copy is to see if the red "Hi-Fi Stereo" triangle says "digitally mastered" or not.

[@ChaseMC215]

I have 2 VHS copies of Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back, both from 1995. Also, there was actually a VHS copy of Revenge Of The Sith, but it was exclusive to PAL territories, and just to add insult to injury, THX made a special Science Of Sensation trailer only for that release.

[@TheHighFructoseJefe95]

I literally jumped out of my seat and yelled “HOKY SHIT I REMEMBER TIMOTHY THE TOOTH!!!!”, having completely forgotten about it for Le last 15 years or so of my life

[@embarkingolive]

The black and white VHS sleeves mirrored Lukes conflict between the dark and light, ultimately siding on the light. Same as his black outfit in return, that late in the movie is show to have a white inner lining. Luke was shrouded by the darkness until that moment, and his strength was enough to turn Vader back to the light. That imagery was the best Star Wars has done in terms of "show and don't tell" movie making, something that is long lost in movies today.

[@JadisAmalthea]

The saddest part about not becoming a Star Wars fan till 2001, means I have never ever seen the original, non-special editions. First VHS' I owned was the 2000 black and white cover versions. I am so bummed that I never got a chance to see the first (best) Star Wars trilogy in its original state. Siiigh.

[@RappinPicard]

The Phantom Menace VHS has the theatrical cut of the film while the DVD and all subsequent releases use an extended cut of the film. The changes are an extension of the pod race’s second lap-which added one of anakin’s engines getting uncoupled from the pod, and a hovertaxi scene on coruscant.

[@SuperNerdyBros01]

Great Video, would just like to mention 2 things: -You forgot the 1995 Overseas release which had a different cover, but I don’t really mind as they are practically the same release just with different box art -Revenge of the Sith actually did get a VHS release, however if I can recall, it was only available in video rental stores. It even had the matching black spine to fit with the Prequels and Originals

[@bullymaguire6091]

I also believe that the ROTS VHS was only available in Europe and Australia

[@greasyboy737]

This video is way higher quality than it has the right to be. Fully expected to see a few hundred thousand subs

[@GanzoHasashi1911]

Grabbed the 1990 ESB VHS at a thrift store the other day and I had to see if it was the original or first special edition. Happy to see it’s the original from this vid. Two down (have the New Hope 2006 dvd with the original), one to go

[@YungJunko]

Happy hunting! I hope you find your ROTJ copy soon. I know them 2006 DVDs do be getting pricey here and there

[@LaserDiscWarrior3043]

I have all 3 original trilogy movie VHSes from 1990

[@InvaderIceStrike]

I’ve come to the shocking realization that Junko is a big fan of Star Wars and the PSP

[@tonilarios]

Mexico carried VHS for a solid while after the format discontinuing. I bought spiderman 2 and some others at the time but for whatever reason I didn't get Revenge when it came out. Now it's kind of expensive and rare ...

[@spongeru]

VHS tapes are still around, which is pretty rare, since more VHS tapes are not being made by any company whatsoever. But yeah, that's all I have to say about this update on VHSs.

[@KaminoKatie]

I remember my family owning the 1995 VHS of the original trilogy and watching them once as a kid

[@austinmitchell2652]

This video was just as much of a banger as I was hoping it would be

[@patrickjspoon]

YES! I was waiting for the massive Episode I box that I got for Christmas 1999. My filmstrip appeared to be during a fight somewhere around the Naboo palace, with Qui-Gon in the foreground and some laser impact sparking behind him. It really was a fantastic presentation. My first exposure was the CBS/FOX 80s versions, then bought the remastered originals. The summer of 1997 was all about me saving up while mowing lawns with my father to buy the Widescreen Edition of the SE trilogy. My favorite collection remains the 1995 remastered originals with the mini-docs beforehand that said how they'd fixed some effects and sounds

[@Loeildechat]

You wanted something worth something ? Should'a bought the LaserDiscs. You wanted nice cover and packaging ? Should'a paid for the LaserDiscs. You wanted the original versions in their best quality ? Should'a got the LaserDiscs. You wanted the original 97 special editions ? Should'a tracked the LaserDiscs. You wanted the original theatrical version of The Phantom Menace ? Should'a imported the Japan only LaserDisc release. LaserDisc, LaserDisc, LaserDisc, LaserDisc.

[@YungJunko]

Don't try to frighten us with your sorcerer's ways, Chasseur des Villes. Your sad devotion to that ancient video format has not helped you conjure up the stolen holiday special tapes

[@Loeildechat]

@@YungJunko I find your lack of collectors item disturbing

[@DrewZepp]

Weren’t these a horrible and ineffective way to watch? Having to turn it over while watching doesn’t sound fun.

[@LaserDiscWarrior3043]

I hope to get a Laserdisc player someday, and get the phantom menace Laserdisc if nothing else.

[@masterbspace]

@@DrewZepp some laserdiscs had dual layer playback where you didn’t have to turn them

[@peterryker9988]

Hey man I wanted to say that I've seen all your videos and this one is my favorite and I want you to keep going when your sub and view counts may be lower than you'd like that it's ok to be a smaller content creator and you're pretty damn funny cheers to more great content.

[@YungJunko]

Thank you for checking my stuff out! I like doing these videos for fun, and trust me, it blows my mind that this video has as many views as it does. Every sub and comment is a very sweet bonus

[@ncisfandom3742]

The 95 edition of the trilogy was also my introduction to the original trilogy

[@ryan9990]

Bro, you did your research and I like that!

[@eliel1815shadow]

Third vid I'm watching from you, and I already love you, god damn, I love how you catch me off guard with some jokes, I never in my life donated to a youtuber but I think you definitely deserve it. I have the feeling you are about to sky rocket in a few hours and hope you do Best wishes and be safe

[@eliel1815shadow]

Aaaaand I just realized you actually didn't have patreon and was all a joke 🙃

[@YungJunko]

Hey thank you for all the kind comments. Honestly SUPER flattered to hear that. Seriously I needed that and I hope to keep providing more laughs and entertainment.

[@RelaxAlexX]

This dude funny af lol

[@pifirrin]

Dude, your content is awesome your Patreon and sponsorship joke cracked me up. Imo that is a fine way to ask for a donation. Keep it up and wish you the best of success!

[@spookyvillevideo]

Great Job on the vid.

[@catholiccontriversy]

Something interesting about episode 1, like the original trilogy George couldn't keep his hands outbof the editing room and the DVD release actually has an additional bit in the podrace scene not found in the theatrical or VHS version. Then for the bluray he removed muppet yoda and replaced him with the CGI yoda from episode 2 and 3. The VHS is the only way to watch episode 1 as it was originally presented, and that's why I own 7 copies of it on VHS, because like the OT fans, I refuse to watch the special edition of episode 1.

[@bringbackmy90s]

Great video! Also interesting that Episode III did get an official VHS release here in Germany in 2006. Banzai!

[@KawKawKins]

I live in New Zealand and we got a VHS copy of ROTS in 2005! In the classic plastic clamshell case. I always thought it was one of the last films to be released on that format

[@Jams_C5825]

I remember when I was 6 or 7 so there was no way to watch these movies so my uncle gave us their VHS player and all these movies it was so cool

[@tauerpauer6347]

Jesus Christ this video was just beyond amazing! I thought it had a couple of thousand likes, but then I saw it only had a couple of hundred views in total!

[@YungJunko]

Aw thank you for the kind words!

[@printisdead1983]

Oscar this is you father and this is a starwars intervention

[@Knightmessenger]

Episode One was also released on laserdisc, but only in Japan. The documentary on the widescreen collectors vhs appears to be exclusive to that set as side 4 of the Japanese LD was left unused. Would have been a perfect opportunity to include the bonus video and trailers. A lot of people reportedly imported it from Japan anyways.

[@lor8262]

I recently bought rouge one on vhs and when looking on KZbin for other things like it came across this. Great video 👍

[@YungJunko]

lol you cant just say that with no link bruh

[@lor8262]

@@YungJunko there was only one listing for it sadly

[@LaserDiscWarrior3043]

Fun fact: the DVD of The Phantom Menace is an altered version of the movie so VHS (and LaserDisc) are literally the only ways to see The Phantom Menace as it was in theaters in 1999, and it's the version I'd rather watch, as a film purist/film preservation appreciator.

[@SeanWareGaming]

Cool video. I had both the original theatrical version and the special edition version on VHS.

[@SuspectBeatle65]

I wish they would release the originals unedited on blu ray. I wouldn’t even care if they were the laser disc pan and scan version that’s on dvd.

[@kaladad75]

That Star Wars episode 1 widescreen special edition that came with the book also has a piece of the film that came with it too.

[@PixarMan2001]

There actually WAS a box set version in 1990, and it looked similar to the 1992 one. The tapes themselves in 1992 (the ones you have) had the titles repositioned on the covers, the character profiles were removed, the back artwork was different, and the "CBS/Fox Video" logo on the packaging was replaced with just "Fox Video". I'm not sure the video/audio is the same on the 1986, 1990, and 1992 versions or not. There was also a Letterbox VHS set in 1992 which had tapes with the same covers inside, with masters sourced from the 1989/1990 "Special Widescreen Edition" LaserDisc releases. Also, the 1995 & 2000 sets also got Widescreen counterparts. And the original 1997 set, in addition to a standard Widescreen package, also had a Collector's Gift Set with a bunch of extra swag.

[@victorregalado5685]

there is a VHS Version of episode 3, for rental in mexico

[@SlashManEXE]

Lucas wanted home video releases to feel like an event, and didn’t want to put Star Wars out on a medium that wouldn’t last. Funny that DVD wasn’t considered a sure bet in 2000.

[@scottbertrand98]

I've been collecting star wars VHS tapes and I have the second VHS boxset release as well as the phantom menace. I'd love to get my hands on that first VHS boxset just for the artwork alone.

[@tjeerdtrekkie1030]

I love how the RotS VHS is so rare that most people from the US (where it didn't came out) aren't even aware of its excistance. Can't blame anyone tho. Its a rare piece to find even in the countries that did get one. I was lucky to find a used copy for 140 bucks on ebay which is only one third of the average price for this tape....

[@Vaeren222]

What a great ass channel. My new favorite seriously:)

[@YungJunko]

Aww thanks Luki!

[@tgiacin435]

I grew up with having the 1995 box set, it wasn’t until a couple years ago I found that box set, and the special edition set too so I had to get them. But now I want to find the old ones

[@MartinNOrtiz]

Timmy the tooth! Hell yeah!

[@derrickwhipp1613]

My man threw in a raid ad for free

[@scottjohnnyhelgemoaune2951]

Underrated channel

[@rogersjolly1]

I remember my parents getting me that original 1982 Video Rental tape in it's hard plastic case when I was 9. They had to bribe the guy at the video store for it with $75. I still have it with the case. Sure wish I had a VCR and a tube TV to watch it on!!

[@daybydey134]

“Rent’s due. Thank you” 💀

[@Detective_L]

I wish they released the whole saga in 3D at the theatres but sadly they stopped at episode 1. I still have the limited edition cup that came with it

[@RileyShaw-ry7xz]

I wish more studios had faith in blu ray 3D. And filming in 3D in general

[@NeverSaySandwich1]

Really cool video on a topic that I've never really looked into, but interesting nonetheless

[@williamfinch2777]

Now you need a video on the Laserdisc releases

[@itsjayden8002]

13:48 John A. Davis created Jimmy Neutron. Steve was closely involved in the production.

[@AidanDrum1776]

Dude thug Junko is the best

[@crimsonstudios680]

Great video, I have the re release of the original trilogy special editions. Dad found it at a garage sale for $5. Wish I episode 3 had a vhs sleeve like the others so I would have a reason to have the prequels on vhs so the spines would look awesome!

[@YungJunko]

I am forever salty that they specifically reprinted the special editions to have the spines like the Episode 1 and 2 VHS releases yet they decided not to release ROTS

[@crimsonstudios680]

@@YungJunko you should do a video regarding the Friday the 13th VHS tapes. The spines on those look sooo great. Would be an awesome video to see from you with your humor, +1 subscriber

[@YungJunko]

@@crimsonstudios680 Interesting idea! I only own the first film on VHS, so I am definitely going to have research the others

[@HouseClarkzonian]

I've got the big box OG bois on Laser Disc, they look great on a big chunky CRT TV

[@masterbspace]

If you want the best quality copy of the original trilogy pre special editions, get the laserdisc box set. Super clean, and exclusive bonus documentary and book!

[@elijahfordsidioticvarietys8770]

6:58 I can’t help but think Darth Vader would make more sense being on The Empire Strikes Back than a random Stormtrooper, considering how he’s the most prominent in those movies. If anything, the New Hope and Empire covers should be switched around. Yoda also makes WAY more sense for The Empire Strikes back, considering how he does so much more there. If it were up to me, I’d have the covers all show the main villain of each movie. New Hope: Tarkin, Empire: Vader, Jedi: the Emperor.

[@OnlyALittleEmo]

Engagement for the algorithm.

[@ricardoaguirre6126]

I have the 1995 editions of episodes 4 and 6 so i got to see the original versions but the 1997 special edition of empire strikes back which i found at a swap meet when i was 10. I didn't know about the different versions at the time. Previously we had rented a new hope the special edition at Hollywood video so when i watched the tape i got at the swap meet i was also confused as to why jabba the hutt was missing.

[@Talon18136]

I own the last release of the unaltered versions on VHS I also have them when they came to DVD for like the first time in widescreen

[@NotThatJonesShow]

I'm still pissed that Revenge didn't get put on VHS even though VHS was still very common at the time

[@welldressedcone3634]

My childhood was Star Wars movies on VHS (I also had episode 3) and moomins with the original finnish dub on VHS.

[@puttputt524]

The special edition box farts when you close it.

[@gamingwithstand6886]

There is a VCD set for the trilogy also. I have a lot of the laser disc.

[@sleekflash16]

5:10 I own all 3 of these, but my copy of the original movie (A New Hope) has the Star Wars logo on the top left instead of the top center as seen at 1:12. Is this some sort of alternate variation of the box art or something? Also this video was very interesting to watch. You earned a sub.

[@YungJunko]

Very keen observation! You're absolutely correct. So I believe when this edition was released in 1990 under CBS Fox Video, the Star Wars logo was in the corner. When it was reprinted in 1992 for the 15th anniversary, I'm pretty sure they dropped the CBS branding and it was just Fox Video and that's the version where the Star Wars logo is centered.

[@sleekflash16]

@@YungJunko Ah, that makes sense. These tapes have actually become my favorite way to watch these films since they are mostly untouched. For my ESB tape, the box as well as the tape label has the CBS Fox Video logo. But when I play the tape, it just says Fox Video. Quite bizarre if you ask me.

[@andrewattenboroughtwothumb4697]

I had the 95 releases on vhs special editions and episode 1 and 2 wouldn’t mind getting the laserdisc version I recommend despecialized editions in HD and now in 4K

[@scoobydooha]

Yungjunko for me is like a good ol bowl of member berries

[@emptyspotlight]

6:15 found this one at Goodwill couldn't pass it up.

[@andersdenkend]

Pretty funny video, well done! And man, those black and white covers, just... WHYYYYY?! I will never understand stuff like this.

[@brandonthetoyandgamecollector]

Revenge of the sith does have a vhs release, just not in America from what I’ve seen, I have seen copies of it on eBay from time to time

[@thegamingvault9350]

Very entertaining

[@lenonel3286]

Hell yeah dude

[@VictorGreinvolfe48]

There was a Australian VHS release of ROTS. good to be Aussie

[@brycehalford49]

I'm very fortunate to own a legitimate Australian vhs of ROTS, it's definitely the jewel in my Star Wars collection

[@blakeromo]

An Ebay seller makes a #ligit copy of Episode 3 on vhs. $30, but the collection is now complete....

[@YungJunko]

If what you have told me is true...you will have gained my trust

[@raviolijones5351]

This good

[@gordonschnick12]

I'm old enough to remember VHS. I had the '95 tapes

[@falloutcosplay8802]

I just had memories flood back of my birthday in 2000 and getting the trilogy ahhaah

[@MrMoorkey]

Europe and Oceania got RoTS on VHS, but it seems to be rare as rockinghorse shit.

[@LaserDiscWarrior3043]

I have the Phantom Menace widescreen VHS set and the 1995 widescreen trilogy set I have some fullscreen Star Wars VHSes too but I'll try to sell those even if I don't get a whole lot for them I've also got Aliens, The Incredibles, and Spider Man 1&2 on VHS as well

[@pc_panic]

I used to sit with the gold box and make it “fart” by sliding the cover on and off. Simpler times.

[@Knightmessenger]

13:16 Did the Beauty and the Beast work in progress get a vhs release? I knew it was on laser but always thought it was exclusive to that format.

[@vinicius100470]

7:01 being super nitpicky but even Vader is misplaced since this is his helmet from Episodes 5 and 6.

[@EloyBarcelo]

I have a Episode 3 VHS, it was for rent only copy.

[@pazuzu6666]

Today I found a mint CBS FOX Return of the Jedi for 2$... needless to say I bought it 😂🤟

[@lopiklop]

oh dang i want that phantom menace thing

[@kaiserwilhelmii674]

My dad had the 95 trilogy version. I always felt bad because I lost one of the tapes and let one of the others get destroyed in a VCR that was on the fritz and tore up the tape.

[@modeljetjuggernaut4864]

Entertaining indeed! 😁😁