THE wait is almost over for Star Wars fanatics eagerly anticipating the release of The Last Jedi.

The latest film in the beloved space saga hits cinema screens across the country at midnight tonight.

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What is your response?Jude Dewhurst aged 10, dressed as Kylo Ren from Star Wars, on the opening night on his way to Vue Cinema

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The Bolton News: Jude Dewhurst aged 10, dressed as Kylo Ren from Star Wars, on the opening night on his way to Vue CinemaJude Dewhurst aged 10, dressed as Kylo Ren from Star Wars, on the opening night on his way to Vue Cinema

Hundreds of excited fans are expected to be queuing up outside Bolton’s cinemas tonight for the first screenings of the Rian Johnson-directed film, which is the follow-up to 2015 smash-hit The Force Awakens.

Send us your best Star Wars photos from tonight's screenings by emailing pictures@theboltonnews.co.uk