Jordan Brand is digging deep into movie history for its latest Air Jordan 11 release. A new "Monstars" colorway, inspired by the antagonists of the 1996 film Space Jam , is set to join the sneaker lineup celebrating the movie's 30th anniversary. The design draws not just from the fictional basketball team but from a behind-the-scenes detail: Michael Jordan playing in front of a green screen during production. Main Developments According to sneaker news sources @zsneakerheadz and Sneaker Files, the Air Jordan 11 "Monstars" will feature an all-suede green upper, a notable departure from the model's traditional patent leather and ballistic mesh construction. The midsole is also fully wrapped in green suede, and the shoe includes a translucent glow-in-the-dark outsole. The colorway is currently tied to two nicknames: "Monstars," referencing the film's villainous team, and "Green Screen," a nod to the special effects technique used during Space Jam 's production. It remains unclear which name Nike will officially emphasize when the sneaker launches. Read also: Why Southern California's Retail Boom Is Reshaping Fashion The Air Jordan 11 Retro Monstars is scheduled for a holiday season release and will be priced at a premium $255. Availability will be limited exclusively to Nike Nbhd stores. Background Earlier this year, Jordan Brand confirmed it would reissue the classic Air Jordan 11 "Space Jam" in its original form, alongside a new "Space Jam Galaxy" style. The standard Air Jordan 11 Retro Space Jam was initially rumored to retail for $255, but that figure was later corrected to a more typical $235. The Space Jam celebration extends beyond the Air Jordan 11. Another sneaker featured in the film, the Air Jordan 9, will also return this year with special Space Jam-themed packaging. The 1996 movie, starring Michael Jordan alongside Looney Tunes characters, remains a cultural touchstone for sneaker collectors and basketball fans alike. Why It Matters The Air Jordan 11 is one of the most iconic silhouettes in sneaker history, and limited-edition colorways tied to Space Jam consistently generate significant hype and resale value. By introducing a new "Monstars" design with a radically different material palette—suede instead of patent leather—Jordan Brand is testing the boundaries of the model's classic aesthetic while capitalizing on nostalgia for the film's 30th anniversary. The $255 price point and exclusive Nike Nbhd distribution will likely make this a highly sought-after release, potentially driving demand among collectors who missed earlier Space Jam -themed drops. What's Next Official images and a confirmed name for the Air Jordan 11 Retro Monstars are expected closer to the holiday season launch. Nike has not yet announced whether the "Green Screen" or "Monstars" moniker will be used for retail purposes. Meanwhile, the Air Jordan 11 Space Jam reissue and the Air Jordan 9 Space Jam packaging are also slated for release later this year, rounding out the 30th anniversary celebration.