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Rocky Horror Celebrates 50 Years with Star-Studded Tribute

9/29/2025

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The Academy Museum screened the 4K remaster of The Rocky Horror Picture Show for its 50th anniversary.
Tim Curry, who played Dr. Frank-N-Furter, received a standing ovation and offered filming anecdotes.
Susan Sarandon recalled a pneumonia diagnosis from cold set conditions, calling it a "badge of honor".
Curry emphasized the film's LGBTQ+ impact, citing "Don't dream it, be it".

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The Academy Museum screened the 4K remaster of The Rocky Horror Picture Show for its 50th anniversary.
Tim Curry, who played Dr. Frank-N-Furter, received a standing ovation and offered filming anecdotes.
Susan Sarandon recalled a pneumonia diagnosis from cold set conditions, calling it a "badge of honor".
Curry emphasized the film's LGBTQ+ impact, citing "Don't dream it, be it".