Two Virgins Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) announced the release of 'Steve McQueen: Original Movie Poster Archive' on Thursday, July 16, 2026—a comprehensive film poster collection exploring the charisma of the 'King of Cool' through original artwork.

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Over 800 Items Featured! A Deep Dive into McQueen’s Legacy Through Masterful Posters and Promotional Materials from Around the World

Steve McQueen—the solitary superstar who redefined film history with masterpieces such as 'The Magnificent Seven,' 'The Great Escape,' 'The Cincinnati Kid,' 'Bullitt,' 'Le Mans,' 'The Getaway,' 'Papillon,' and 'The Towering Inferno.' This book captures the timeless and unparalleled appeal of McQueen through his movie posters and artwork, with over 800 items featured.

This year marks the 55th anniversary of 'Le Mans' (1971), the ultimate racing film McQueen made as a personal career gamble. The book dedicates 20 pages to rare materials from around the world, including posters, lobby cards, publicity stills, and press books.

Featuring Never-Before-Seen Materials in Japan, Including Unused Artwork, Lobby Cards, and Publicity Stills

In addition to original posters from all countries for every film McQueen appeared in, the book includes extensive promotional materials (lobby cards, publicity stills) for each title. The back section’s archive pages feature promotional materials from his breakout TV western 'Wanted: Dead or Alive,' as well as advertisements for a legendary, unfinished 1960s racing film project.

Additionally, previously unreleased Japanese-exclusive artwork from 'Papillon' is specially included.

Presented as the ultimate 'visual + archival' book, this is the definitive poster collection for every Steve McQueen fan!

<Featured Films>

'Glory Enough for All' 'The Face of New York' 'McQueen's Ultimate Crisis (Pinch)' 'The Great St. Louis Bank Robbery' 'War Clouds' 'The Magnificent Seven' 'Girl Hunt' 'The Hellbenders' 'The War Lover' 'The Great Escape' 'Soldier in the Rain' 'A Matter of Time' 'Highway' 'The Cincinnati Kid' 'Nevada Smith' 'The Sand Pebbles' 'The Cincinnati Kid' 'Bullitt' 'The Getaway' 'Le Mans' 'The Hunter' 'Junior Bonner / The Daring Challenge' 'The Getaway' 'Papillon' 'The Towering Inferno' 'The Reivers' 'Tom Horn' 'The Hunter' — Complete coverage of all his film appearances!

Sample Pages

'The Great Escape' (1963) 'The Cincinnati Kid' (1968)

'Bullitt' (1968) 'Le Mans' (1971)

'The Getaway' (1972) 'Papillon' (1973)

'The Magnificent Seven' (1960) 'The Cincinnati Kid' (1965)

'Nevada Smith' (1966) 'The Towering Inferno' (1974)

Book Information

'Steve McQueen: Original Movie Poster Archive'

Editor: Yuuichi Inoue

Price: ¥4,620 (¥4,200 + tax)

Format: A4, paperback, 224 pages, full color

ISBN: 978-4-86791-099-3

Release Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026 *Release dates may vary by region

Publisher: Two Virgins Co., Ltd.

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Author Profile

Yuuichi Inoue (born 1973)

Began working in the film industry during university, and has since worked at film distribution companies and advertising agencies. He continues to work in foreign film distribution. Alongside his career, he is an active film poster collector, amassing not only Japanese editions but original international versions. He has built a global network with dealers and collectors across the U.S. and Europe. He frequently shares insights on the artistic and promotional value of movie posters—the 'face' of film marketing—through various media. His major edited works include 'SF Movie Poster Collection ’60s–’80s,' 'Sam Peckinpah & Sergio Leone: The World of Original Movie Posters,' 'Independent Cinema Posters: Design Works of 15 Filmmakers Who Challenged the Era,' 'Akira Kurosawa: Original Movie Poster Collection,' 'Alain Delon: The World of Original Movie Posters' (Two Virgins), 'Brigitte Bardot: Movie Poster Collection,' and 'Paul Newman: Original Movie Poster Collection' (DU BOOKS).

Company Information

Two Virgins Co., Ltd.: https://www.twovirgins.jp/

The official Two Virgins online store 'OTONARI' offers books and related merchandise!

Official X (Twitter): @twovirginspb

Official Instagram: @two_virgins

Two Virgins Group: https://twovirgins-group.com/

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