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‘The Official Rocky Horror Late Night Double Feature’: Linus and Richard O’Brien Celebrate 50 Years of the Cult Classic with Two Volume Book Set

Recently, we learned that “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” was getting an ultimate visual compendium with the release of Mick Rock’s “Rocky Horror.” Now, fans will be excited to know the film is also a definitive companion in the form of “The Official Rocky Horror Late Night Double Feature,” a two-volume set featuring the original theatrical script with rare images of the original cast, and an oral history of the Rocky Horror Picture Show phenomenon featuring never-before-seen archival material from its creator (and original Riff-Raff), Richard O’Brien.

It Was Great When It All Began: The Original Annotated Theatrical Script

Before the cult movie classic, there was the cult stage show. See where it all began with this original 1973 theatrical script, presented in all its “Rocky Horror” glory. Production notes, stage directions, and the script with lyrics are accompanied by rare performance images of the 1973 London and 1974 Roxy (Los Angeles) casts. Remembrances from cast members and an archival piece written by Richard O’Brien with insights on what makes a winning Rocky Horror stage performance put you in the front row of that little London theater.

A page of script and cast photo from "It Was Great When It All Began: The Original Annotated Theatrical Script."

Strange Journey: The Illustrated Oral History of Rocky Horror

The strange journey of “Rocky Horror” may have begun with the stage show, but the entire story is so much more. Based on the groundbreaking documentary “Strange Journey” by Richard’s son, Linus O’Brien, this official oral history tells the story of “Rocky Horror” from its origins onstage to its cultural influence today. Packed with fascinating stories, rare images, and never-before-seen ephemera, “Strange Journey: The Illustrated Oral History of Rocky Horror” presents a vivid portrait of how this cult movie evolved into a cultural phenomenon.

A spread from inside "Strange Journey" talking about Richard O'Brien's early career.

“The Official Rocky Horror Late Night Double Feature: The 50th Anniversary Two-Volume Collector’s Edition” is the definitive companion for “Rocky Horror” enthusiasts and features exclusive material, such as photos and design sketches from writer and creator Richard O’Brien’s personal collection. It also features new interviews with cast, crew, and historians, giving new and deeper insight into this cultural phenomenon.

The set is now available for pre-order fromย Amazon,ย Barnes & Noble,ย Books-A-Million,ย Insight Editions,ย Target, andย Walmart,ย and is scheduled for release on November 18, 2025.

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