'Twilight' opened in theaters 15 years ago — here are the best photos from the red-carpet premiere

Cast of Twilight on the red carpet
The cast of "Twilight" with director Catherine Hardwicke and screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg at the LA premiere in 2008.Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty
  • Tuesday marks the 15th anniversary of the release of "Twilight."

  • After digging deep in the archives, here are the best photos from the Los Angeles premiere.

  • See all the stars from the movie, plus other celebs like Jamie Foxx and Larry David.

Tuesday marks 15 years since "Twilight" arrived in theaters.

Take a look back at the movie's premiere, where stars like Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Taylor Lautner walked the red carpet.

Robert Pattinson in a black suit and Kristen Stweart in a light grey dress
We give you the launch of "Robsten."Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty

Pattinson played the vampire Edward Cullen.

Robert Pattinson in a black suit
Robert Pattinson gave brooding vampire vibes.Chris Polk/FilmMagic/Getty

The role would launch him into worldwide fame.

Robert Pattinson taking pictures with Twilight fans
Robert Pattinson showed love to the "Twilight" fans at the premiere.Kevin Winter/Getty

Stewart played Cullen's love interest, Bella Swan.

Kristen Stewart in a dress
Kristen Stewart was ready for the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Like Pattinson, Stewart's fame soared overnight after this premiere.

Kristen Stewart posing with Twilight fans
Kristen Stewart hung out with the "Twilight" fans.Kevin Winter/Getty

But their red-hot connection on-screen led to a real-life relationship. They became known as "Robsten."

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart on the red carpet
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart launched into fame and a relationship.Matt Sayles/AP

Taylor Lautner also became a star playing Jacob Black.

taylor lautner posing on the red carpet at the twilight premiere in 2008
Taylor Lautner looked hip on the carpet. Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty Images

Peter Facinelli, who played vampire Carlisle Cullen, showed up on the carpet with then-wife, "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Jennie Garth.

Peter Facinelli and Jennie Farth standing next to each other
Jennie Farth and Peter Facinelli on the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Elizabeth Reaser played Esme Cullen, Carlisle's wife.

Elizabeth Reaser in a green dress
Elizabeth Reaser stunned in green.Kevin Winter/Getty

Ashley Greene played future-seeing vampire Alice Cullen.

Ashley Greene in a black dress
Ashley Greene brought a gothic look to the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Kellan Lutz became our favorite hulking vampire, Emmett Cullen.

Kellen Lutz in a suit and tie
Kellan Lutz sported a tie for the big night.Matt Sayles/AP

Nikki Reed played the stunning Rosalie Hale.

Nikki Reed in a flower dress
Nikki Reed went with a floral-print look for the carpet.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Jackson Rathbone played the newest member of the Cullen vampire family, Jasper Hale.

Jackson Rathbone in a black suit and silver tie
Jackson Rathbone looked dapper.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Cam Gigandet played James, a "tracker" vampire hunting for Bella.

Cam Gigandet in a scarf and leather jacket
Cam Gigandet brought a different style to the carpet that night.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Rachelle Lefevre played James' mate, Victoria.

Rachelle Lefevre in a black dress
Rachelle Lefevre played Victoria again in "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," but was replaced by Bryce Dallas Howard in "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse."Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Edi Gathegi played the third member of James' coven, Laurent.

Edi Gathegi in a suit signing autographs
Edi Gathegi signed autographs for the fans.Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Anna Kendrick played Bella's best friend, Jessica Stanley.

Anna Kendrick in a black dress.
Anna Kendrick hit the carpet.Vince Bucci/Getty

Catherine Hardwicke directed the movie.

Catherine Hardwicke dressed in all black.
This is the only movie in the "Twilight" franchise Catherine Hardwicke directed. Jon Kopaloff/Getty

Of course, the author of the "Twilight" novels, Stephenie Meyer, also made an appearance.

Stephenie Meyer in a dress
Stephenie Meyer was living her best life.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Jeffrey Dean Morgan was also at the premiere.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan dressed in all black
Jeffrey Dean Morgan wasn't into dressing up that night.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Frances Bean Cobain showed up.

Frances Bean Cobain in a black dress
Frances Bean Cobain was ready for some "Twilight."Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Demi Lovato walked the carpet, too.

Demi Lovato in a white dress
Such a fun look.Jon Kopaloff/Filmmagic/Getty

Jamie Foxx was there, as well.

Jamie Foxx in a shirt and sunglasses
Jamie Foxx always looking stylish.Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Lance Bass was at the after-party.

Lance Bass in a grey jacket holding a drink
Cheers, Lance!Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Larry David made it to the premiere, too.

Larry David in a jacket
Who knew Larry David was a "Twilight" fan?Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

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