Steven Spielberg's SAVING PRIVATE RYAN Returning to Theaters for Its 25th Anniversary
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Steven Spielberg’s 1998 World War II film Saving Private Ryan is returning to theaters soon thanks to Fathom Events.
The incredible film will be screening in theaters on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. local time, and on Monday, November 20, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. local time. Tickets for the 25th anniversary screening of the movie can be purchased now at Fathom Events’ website, or at other participating box offices.
The World War II epic chronicles the mission of a group of American soldiers sent to find and bring home Private James Francis Ryan, who is the last-surviving brother of four servicemen. The film offers an unflinching portrayal of the realities of war, particularly its harrowing 27-minute opening sequence depicting the D-Day invasion at Omaha Beach. This sequence alone was praised for its intense, gritty realism and is often considered one of the most authentic and visceral representations of combat ever recreated for a movie.
Saving Private Ryan was critically acclaimed and embraced by audiences. Even veterans and their families widely acknowledged the film for its honesty, stating that it captured the horrors of warfare and the deep bonds formed between soldiers. Spielberg's masterful direction and the film's overall authenticity cemented its legacy as one of the best war movies of all time.
The movie stars Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Vin Diesel, Ted Danson, Bryan Cranston, Nathan Fillion, Paul Giamatti, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Farina, Edward Burns, Barry Pepper, Adam Goldberg, and Giovanni Ribisi. The film also features a score from legendary composer John Williams. At the 71st Academy Awards, the film won a litany of awards, including Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Film Editing, Best Sound, and Best Sound Effects Editing.
This will be a great movie to revisit on the big screen.