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Jun 27, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: June 27 1986 – Labyrinth Premieres in Theaters.

On this day June 27 1986, Labyrinth premiered in theaters. Directed by Jim Henson and executive produced by George Lucas, this fantasy adventure blended puppetry, practical effects, and music into one of the most imaginative films of the decade.

Starring David Bowie as Jareth the Goblin King and Jennifer Connelly as Sarah, the film told the story of a teenage girl navigating a mystical labyrinth to rescue her baby brother. Although it had a budget of twenty five million dollars, Labyrinth...

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