May the fourth be with you!

The franchise which started as a film series, has been expanded into TV shows, video games, comic books, and theme parks. But why is it that every year on the ...

The earliest use of this play on words dates back to 1978, one year after the release of 'A New Hope', where American newspapers cleverly used the phrase in the headlines on Independence Day on the 4th July. The reoccurrence of this phrase in the movies gave way to the saying, 'May the 4th be with you'. As most fans know, the fourth day in May become known as Star Wars Day because of the play on words it has with the phrase, 'May the force be with you,' used by Jedi Masters throughout the franchise.

May the Fourth be with you! To mark Star Wars Day today, here are some memorable ways to celebrate the Disney-owned film franchise.

unnatural – Emperor Palpatine (Revenge of the Sith / Rise of Skywalker) This is the way – The Armorer (The Mandalorian) I’m one with the Force. The Force is with me – Chirrut Îmwe (Rogue One)

As we celebrate Star Wars Day, Andy Silva takes a look at the upcoming "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series and everything else happing for Star Wars fans in the month ...

Kenobi is one of the most important and beloved characters in the whole Star Wars saga. Before we get to the new “Kenobi” series on May 27, there are a couple of other notable “Star Wars” events. May is always an important month for “Star Wars” — what with May the Fourth having become an international “Star Wars” holiday and all — but this year brings even more to celebrate than normal.

When Star Wars debuted, it quickly became a cultural milestone, transcending merely a cult classic into its own full-fledged mythology that has captured ...

- The saga began on May 25, 1977. - Of course being in Central Florida, one of the coolest ways to celebrate May the Fourth is a trip to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Enjoy Star Wars-inspired attractions and food in the themed area. - In addition to Disney World, there are other ways to celebrate May the Fourth in Florida. Ivanhoe Park Brew is hosting events all week.Click here for more details. “Star Wars” opened in limited release and eventually expanded, becoming the highest-grossing film until “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” in 1983. And it’s not just movies. Wednesday, May 4, is officially known as May the Fourth, a take on the iconic Star Wars line “May the Fourth be with you,” and an excuse to celebrate all things Star Wars.

It may be pseudo-psychiatrics to try and read deep meaning into science fiction movies, but Star Wars offers many insights into core narrative traits from ...

Worth bearing in mind what Obi-Wan Kenobi actually says in the story: “The Force will be with you, always.” No matter what drives the Star Wars characters, it takes many different types to restore order and balance to the galaxy. When Rose Tico utters her final line in the Last Jedi: “That’s how we’re gonna win. Through Jyn Erso’s theft of the Death Star’ blueprints the one and only weak spot in its defences can be identified, and, as she puts it: “We have hope. That’s how we won.” As Yoda so explicitly puts it: “Do. Or do not do.

May 4 is the day all Star Wars fans look forward to. This year it comes before the highly anticipated Obi-Wan Kenobi show, but what exactly happens on this ...

A final trailer will likely drop, though this is unconfirmed. In recent years, it has also proven popular on TV, as The Mandalorian continues to smash records for Disney Plus. Originally, it was aiming to hit a May 25 release date, which is the original premiere date of Star Wars: A New Hope from 1977, however Disney moved it from the Wednesday to a Friday. Despite millions of Star Wars fans predicting May 4, 2022, would be the release date of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, it is actually missing this day by a few weeks. This year it comes just before the release of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, a show that is highly anticipated for even casual fans of the series. Star Wars is one of the biggest movie franchises of all time.

Jedi or Sith, use the Force to grab something special for the fan in your life (even if it's you).

From Dr. Squatch's themed soaps to Abrams' collection of Star Wars books, to Razer's gaming gear and PopSockets phone accessories, and every interesting thing in between, these are the deals you're looking for. From the beautiful, to the strange, to the satirical, you'll find something to fit your taste. See the entire list of game discounts on the Star Wars website. Now through May 8, you can get double the VIP points on select Star Wars property Lego sets. Maybe you want to protect your high ground, and maybe you just want a doormat to prevent sand from getting tracked in. And right now, Enso is discounting a massive collection of Star Wars themed rings for the big day. With the new Star Wars Home Collection from Sobel Westex, you'll find comforters, sheets, pillows, towels and more in subtle patterns and colors that call to your favorite fandom in a sleek, modern aesthetic. So celebrate the legacy of this beloved franchise with some of these incredible Star Wars deals, and May the Fourth be with you. Amazon has gone all out this May the Fourth with deals on nearly 300 pieces of Star Wars mech, apparel, toys, collectibles and much more. Right now, you can save up to 80% on the titles nearest and dearest to a Star Wars fan's heart. You can save up to 40% on collectible pins and plush figures like the 12-inch Boba Fett, or save up to 30% on Lego sets like like this one, featuring Luke Skywalker's iconic X-Wing fighter. It's Star Wars day, and that means a ton of deals on merch from your favorite franchise is available at multiple retailers.

On May 4 Star Wars fans – and there are millions of them on planet earth – will celebrate the phenomena created by George Lucas in 1977. According to Forbes ...

He dies saving his son.” I’ve watched all of them.” “I’ve watched everything there is to watch, the original trilogy, the prequels and the other movies, and then there are animated series.

There are a lot of groups for Star Wars fans to share their love of the franchise with each other and the community. We have two of them with us today: The Neon ...

Make A Wish is one of the larger organizations they work with, and they do a lot of hospital visits. At UNLV, a group is going for a more authentic experience. And you get to bring bright smiles to everybody's faces young and old, multicultural, whatever you want, Star Wars talks to everybody,” she said.

Join us as we explore a galaxy far, far away! We speak with culture critic Maya Phillips on one of our greatest enduring cultural phenomenons: Star Wars!

Keep reading four a roundup of 18 of the best Star Wars merchandise featuring Baby Yoda, Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, R2-D2 and other iconic ...

The figure is part of a collection of LEGO Star Wars building kits for adults. The LEGO Star Wars Dark Vader Helmet is for fans of the Dark Sith Lord. It comes with 834 pieces and measures over 8-inches tall. Make it a set with these Star Wars salt and pepper grinders ($40). From breathtaking visuals to production details, The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian takes readers behind the scenes and into the creative process of the first ever live action Star Wars TV series. The set comes with a bottle opener, a plastic tray and a customized gift bag. Try a fork engraved with the words “May the Fork Be With You”. Make it a set with this matching apron. You don’t have to be a fan of The Mandalorian to agree that when it comes to the cutest character in the galaxy, Baby Yoda takes the cake! The collection is inspired by the 1977 film Star Wars IV: A New Hope and includes the Star Wars Pressed Shadow Palette ($24), Crème Lux lipsticks ($10) in Surrender, Supreme Ruler and Dark Lord; Lightsaber Graphix Ink Liner ($10), Kyber Crystal Graphix Ink Liner ($10), Protocol Jelly Much Eyeshadow ($10) and more. The Disney Store is the official destination for licensed Star Wars merch like this “May the 4th Be With You” baseball hat. It’s Star Wars Day! Fans across the galaxy are celebrating May the Fourth by showing love to their favorite characters, binge-watching Star Wars movies and more. In honor of Star Wars Day, we put together a list of gadgets, board games, books, makeup, phone cases and more must-have items die-hard fans will be able to appreciate. Casetify is celebrating George Lucas’ beloved saga with a modern-day collection of lifestyle tech accessories inspired by the original trilogy movie posters.

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