Stars out in 'force' for Force Awakens premierePublished15 December 2015Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Stars and fans turned out in 'force' for the world premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, A squadron of Stormtroopers were among the 4000 guests invited.This video can not be playedTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.Media caption, Stars of The Force Awakens reveal their excitement at its releaseImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The event took place in Hollywood in the US. Actress Gwendoline Christie plays Captain Phasma.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The Force Awakens sees the return of Jedi Luke Skywalker, played by actor Mark Hamill, and reunites the cast of the original film.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The plot remains a closely guarded secret, and all guests had to sign temporary confidentiality agreements. Filmmaker George Lucas has worked on all seven movies.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, New cast members include the relatively unknown British actress, Daisy Ridley.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The Walt Disney Pictures and Lucasfilm's collaboration also stars Lupita Nyong'o as Maz Kanata.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, And actors John Boyega, who plays Finn (L) and Poe Dameron actor, Oscar Isaac (R).Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, R2-D2 also attended the event and was introduced by director J.J. Abrams. The film is due to be released on Thursday 17 December 2015.More on this storyFans camp out for Star Wars premierePublished14 December 2015The ultimate Star Wars quizPublished13 December 2015Top tips for making Star Wars creatures. Video, 00:00:21Top tips for making Star Wars creaturesPublished10 December 20150:21Star Wars The Force Awakens trailer. Video, 00:01:19Star Wars The Force Awakens trailerPublished28 November 20141:19New Star Wars film sneak peek. Video, 00:00:14New Star Wars film sneak peekPublished28 August 20150:14Star Wars fans feel force fever. Video, 00:01:50Star Wars fans feel force feverPublished8 July 20151:50