Original Movie Posters
The actual posters that launched the films.
Authentic, collectible, limited-run posters originally displayed in theatres at the time of release.
Not reprints. Not mass-market reproductions. The real thing.
An authentic piece of cinema history
Original movie posters were printed in small numbers for promotional display in cinemas and other public spaces. Many feature iconic artwork by legendary designers.
Over time, they've become highly collectible—sometimes as investments, sometimes simply as a tangible connection to the films we love.
Indiana Jones And The Dial of Destiny
No Time to Die
Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning
Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
Ghostbusters Afterlife
Spider-man 2
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Tron: Ares
Lord Of The Rings Trilogy
Thunderbolts*
Gladiator
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers
Sonic the Hedgehog
Rear Window
Rear Window
African Lion
Perri
Sleeping Beauty
White Wilderness
Day the Earth Froze
Perri
Authenticity guaranteed
Every original movie poster over $100 includes a certificate of authenticity, documenting its origin and value.
Whether you're building a collection or investing in a rare piece, every poster we sell is verified.
A great investment
Original movie posters can become highly valued, prized collector items. This can take years or sometimes days.
Movies are universal, and the entire world loves classic movies like The Wizard of Oz, Gone with the Wind, Jaws, and many others will continue to grow in value. Qualities of a good investment include: great artwork, a notable star or director, and a movie you can watch over and over again.
Framing, Storage & Care
Original posters are rare and valuable pieces of film history. To protect yours, we recommend framing with UV-resistant plexiglass and acid-free materials. Hang your poster away from direct sunlight in a cool, dry environment to prevent fading and warping.
If storing, roll the poster in an acid-free tube or keep it flat in an archival sleeve. Proper care preserves both its condition and long-term value.
You’re Gonna Need A Bigger Wall
Our largest format posters: rare sizes for collectors who want to make a statement.
Common Formats
There have been many kinds of print materials used to promote the film in the theaters.
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One Sheet, Pre 1985
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Insert
Standard Sizes
USA One Sheet
The standard movie poster size.
Most original posters are this format. Older examples were shipped folded; modern posters are usually rolled.
Half Sheet
A smaller, horizontal poster.
Typically printed on regular stock for use in theatre lobbies or display cases. Production of this format ended decades ago.
Insert
A narrow, vertical poster printed on card stock.
Designed for smaller lobby spaces and narrow display stands; now discontinued and sought after by collectors.
Window Card
A small poster with a blank header for theatre details.
The blank area allowed theatres to stamp or write local showtimes. Printed on card stock for easy placement in windows or box office displays.
British Quad
The standard UK cinema poster, printed in landscape orientation.
This horizontal format is distinctive to British cinemas and features different artwork layouts compared to US posters.
30×40
A large poster printed on heavy stock.
Shares artwork with the One Sheet but produced on sturdier material for longer-term displays. Less commonly found today.
40×60
A larger format poster for prominent displays.
Printed on heavy card stock, using the same artwork as the One Sheet but scaled up. Typically used in more visible or high-traffic locations.
Three Sheet
An extra-large poster printed in two sections.
Intended for outdoor advertising or large theatre entrances; the sections were pasted together for display. These are harder to find in good condition due to their size and original use.
Six Sheet
A super-large poster printed in four pieces.
Created for maximum visual impact on theatre facades or exterior walls. Storage and display challenges make surviving examples rare and highly collectible.
Other Original Formats
Lobby Card
A small promotional card printed on heavy stock.
Features stills from the film for display in theatre lobbies; often collected in sets.
Still
A glossy photograph of a scene from the film.
Usually released in sets of eight for press or lobby display; not technically a poster but often collected alongside them.
Press Book
Promotional material sent to cinemas and press.
Includes stills, artwork, production notes, and marketing guidance; intended to support local theatre promotion.
Press Kit
A collection of promotional content provided to press.
Similar to a press book; may include stills, synopses, and background material for media coverage.
Key Terms
Double-sided
A poster printed on both sides, with a mirror image on the reverse.
Designed for use in backlit light boxes so the image appears correctly when illuminated.
Single-Sided
A poster printed on one side only.
The back is blank white; common for older or non-backlit posters.
Rolled
A poster stored and shipped rolled in a tube.
Typically maintains condition by avoiding folding creases.
Folded
A poster originally shipped folded.
Usually folded with three horizontal and one vertical crease; common for posters distributed before the mid-1980s.
Star Wars
Star Wars
2001: A Space Odyssey
Star Wars
Star Wars
2001: A Space Odyssey
Mad Max
Godzilla, King Of The Monsters
Clockwork Orange
Mad Max
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Superman
Clockwork Orange
Clockwork Orange
War Of The Worlds
Godzilla, King Of The Monsters!
You Only Live Twice
Bride Of Frankenstein
Clockwork Orange
Frankenstein
Mad Max
Star Wars
Day The Earth Stood Still
