The film first premiered on Dec. 12, 2006, at the Keith-Albee. Tickets to the event will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. Tickets will be $20, plus applicable fees, and may be purchased online through the Keith-Albee’s website, keithalbee.com. The doors will open at 7 p.m. and the film will begin at 8 p.m.
More than a film screening, this unforgettable evening will bring the Marshall University family and Huntington community together to honor the 75 lives lost in the Nov. 14, 1970, plane crash, recognize those forever impacted and celebrate the remarkable resilience that shaped the university and the city in the years that followed.
“As we mark the 20th anniversary of ‘We Are Marshall,’ this special screening gives us an opportunity to reflect on the film’s lasting impact and the powerful story it tells of loss, resilience and the enduring strength of the Marshall family,” said Brad D. Smith, president of Marshall University. “Most importantly, it honors the 75 lives we lost and the families whose legacies remain forever woven into the story of Marshall University.”
In celebration of the film’s 20th anniversary, the Keith-Albee lobby will be transformed into a special commemorative exhibition featuring authentic film memorabilia and artifacts from Marshall University Special Collections. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the history behind the film and experience the enduring legacy of a story that continues to inspire generations.
The evening will also feature an exclusive fireside chat with President Smith and Jamie Linden, screenwriter of “We Are Marshall,” offering a unique perspective on the film, its creation and the lasting significance of sharing Marshall’s story.
“Twenty years ago, ‘We Are Marshall’ brought Marshall’s story to audiences around the world. Bringing the film back to the Keith-Albee, where it premiered, is a special opportunity to celebrate its lasting impact and bring together generations of the Marshall family,” said Nico Karagosian, president and CEO of the Marshall University Foundation. “We are proud to partner with the 75 Families Alumni Chapter to make this meaningful evening possible and ensure that the legacy of this remarkable story continues to inspire future generations.”
As a special tribute to this milestone anniversary, the first 1,000 attendees will receive an exclusive commemorative keepsake. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on items in a special silent auction.
Half of the proceeds from the event will benefit the 75 Families Alumni Chapter’s scholarship. The scholarship was generously provided by the chapter, which includes descendants and friends of those who perished in the plane crash. The purpose of this scholarship is to pay tribute to the memory of those men and women, and their enduring legacy that lives on through its beneficiaries. Recipients of the scholarship are direct descendants of those who died in the plane crash.
“For our families and friends of those we lost, ‘We Are Marshall’ is a deeply personal reminder of the people behind the story and the lasting impact they had on our lives,” said Jarrod Call, president of the 75 Families Alumni Chapter. “The 75 Families Alumni Chapter is committed to keeping their memories alive while building a legacy for future generations. Through our scholarship, we can honor our loved ones in a meaningful way by helping their direct descendants pursue their own educational dreams at Marshall.”
For more information, contact the Keith-Albee or the Marshall University Foundation.
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