. Unlike the official "Special Edition" versions, this project by Team Negative One (TN1)

If you are looking to watch the original Star Wars trilogy in 4K, 4K77, 4K80, and 4K83 are the best ways to experience it. Files for 03return.of.the.jedi.4k83.2160p.uhd.35mm.x265v1.0

They removed dirt, scratches, and reel-change marks while ensuring that the grain structure, color timing, and audio (sourced from original 35mm magnetic tracks) matched the 1983 theatrical run. The result is a version of Return of the Jedi that looks more organic and “filmlike” than even the official 4K release of the Special Edition.

Official modern versions of Return of the Jedi feature numerous alterations introduced in the 1997 Special Edition, the 2004 DVD, the 2011 Blu-ray, and the 2019 4K UHD releases. 4K83 removes all of these changes, restoring iconic elements including:

However, there are also challenges associated with hosting and accessing 4K content, such as: