George Lucas is set on rereleasing the "Star Wars" franchise in new 3D conversions beginning in 2012. Lucas purportedly was waiting until there were enough screens available to make the release a sizable event, and by late winter or early spring in 2012, there should be enough 3D screens for such a release.

Episode I, "The Phantom Menace," would be first out of star-dock during early 2012. After that, each film would be released in order at the same time in consecutive years, depending on how well the first rerelease does.

Each conversion takes at least a year to complete, with Lucas overseeing the process to make sure each is as perfect as possible.

In the meantime, Lucas plans a comprehensive Blu-ray Disc set of the six films next year, which would include upgraded picture and sound quality, new deleted scenes and special features.

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