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Trainspotting 4K Restoration Debuts, New Skull Ending

6/6/2026

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  • The 4K digital restoration of Danny Boyle’s Trainspotting opened in U.S. theaters on June 5, 2026, for its 30th anniversary.
  • Boyle supervised the restoration and altered the ending so McGregor’s character becomes increasingly skull-like, saying it was the only change to meet his original vision.
  • The original budget was £1.5 million ($1.9 million).
  • Trainspotting received Oscar and BAFTA nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and featured a soundtrack with Blur, Pulp, Oasis and The Verve.