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

• 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.

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.

Let's get right to it: Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart posed together at the premiere.

We give you the launch of "Robsten."      Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty

Pattinson played the vampire Edward Cullen.

Robert Pattinson gave brooding vampire vibes.      Chris Polk/FilmMagic/Getty

The role would launch him into worldwide fame.

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

Stewart played Cullen's love interest, Bella Swan.

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

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

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 launched into fame and a relationship.      Matt Sayles/AP

Taylor Lautner also became a star playing Jacob Black.

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.

Jennie Farth and Peter Facinelli on the carpet.      Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Elizabeth Reaser played Esme Cullen, Carlisle's wife.

Elizabeth Reaser stunned in green.      Kevin Winter/Getty

Ashley Greene played future-seeing vampire Alice Cullen.

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

Kellan Lutz became our favorite hulking vampire, Emmett Cullen.

Kellan Lutz sported a tie for the big night.      Matt Sayles/AP

Nikki Reed played the stunning Rosalie Hale.

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 looked dapper.      Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

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

Cam Gigandet brought a different style to the carpet that night.      Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Rachelle Lefevre played James' mate, Victoria.

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 signed autographs for the fans.      Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

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

Anna Kendrick hit the carpet.      Vince Bucci/Getty

Catherine Hardwicke directed the movie.

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 was living her best life.      Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Jeffrey Dean Morgan was also at the premiere.

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

Frances Bean Cobain showed up.

Frances Bean Cobain was ready for some "Twilight."      Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Demi Lovato walked the carpet, too.

Such a fun look.      Jon Kopaloff/Filmmagic/Getty

Jamie Foxx was there, as well.

Jamie Foxx always looking stylish.      Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Lance Bass was at the after-party.

Cheers, Lance!      Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Larry David made it to the premiere, too.

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