Legendary Movie Poster Designer Drew Struzan Dies at 78

Drew Struzan, one of the most iconic movie poster artists of all time, has passed away at the age of 78. Known for his artwork on films such as *Star Wars*, *Indiana Jones*, *Back to the Future*, *The Thing*, *The Shawshank Redemption*, and *Harry Potter*, Struzan’s work defined the visual aesthetic of an era of cinema. His distinctive style blended realism with dynamic storytelling, often invoking a sense of emotion rather than simply illustrating the plot. Struzan began his career designing album covers before moving on to film posters in the 1970s. His breakthrough came when he created a secondary poster for *Star Wars*, and by the 1980s, he was one of Hollywood’s most sought-after poster designers. He also worked closely with Steven Spielberg on several iconic films, including *E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial* and *Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom*. In March 2025, Struzan’s wife shared that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Tributes have poured in from across the film industry, praising his contributions and the emotional depth his artwork brought to cinema. His passing marks the end of an era for movie poster design.