When Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope premiered in theaters in 1977, George Lucas and his science-fiction film took the world by storm. Nearly 50 years and eight additional movies later, Star Wars remains one of the most popular film franchises in the world. Millions of fans around the world celebrate May the Fourth, and there is even a Star Wars convention that takes place every couple of years in different locations worldwide. Credit: LucasfilmRelated: ‘Star Wars’ Doubles Down on Dark Side Change 47 Years LaterTen years after Episode IV was released, a brand-new Star Wars attraction opened in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Resort, called Star Tours. The ride-simulator attraction took place after the events of Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983). Guests booked a trip via Star Tours travel agency and were being taken to the forest moon of Endor. Unfortunately, Captain R3X makes several mistakes, and guests find themselves in a battle between the First Order and the Rebel Alliance. The original Star Tours attraction closed at Disneyland in 2010 and underwent a transformation into Star Tours – The Adventures Continue. On this new attraction, guests wore 3D glasses and never knew what kind of trip they were going to have, as there were different scenes and different battles. Credit: DisneyRelated: How Many Possible Combinations Does Star Tours Actually Have?!Despite the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019, along with two new attractions, Star Tours has remained very popular with fans. Disney also works hard to keep the attraction up to date, adding characters from the hit Disney+ shows The Mandalorian, Andor, and Ahsoka back in 2024. Back in July, Disney announced that the attraction would be closing for a months-long refurbishment. When the closure was first announced, there was no reopening date in sight, and multiple reports indicated that the attraction would be closed for at least three months. Well, Inside the Magic can now confirm that the attraction is scheduled to open earlier than expected!Credit: DisneyRelated: Vehicle Crash Reported on Star Tours Ride at DisneylandAccording to the Disneyland Resort website, Star Tours is scheduled to open on Friday, September 5. The calendar states that the attraction will be open for Early Entry, which begins at 7:30 a.m.Then, beginning Tuesday, September 9, the attraction will have Early Entry every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Disneyland is currently celebrating its 70th Anniversary, and several major attractions have been shut down since the celebration kicked off in May. The reopening of Star Tours is exciting for those heading to The Happiest Place on Earth to celebrate the milestone anniversary. Do you enjoy riding Star Tours – The Adventures Continue during your trip to Disneyland Resort? What are your favorite scenes to experience on the ride? Who are your favorite characters to see? Share all your Star Tours thoughts with us in the comments!The post Surprise! Iconic Disney Attraction to Open Early After Months-Long Refurbishment! appeared first on Inside the Magic.