Star Wars

A long time ago (1977, to be precise), the original "Star Wars" saga was born. What began with "A New Hope" quickly evolved into one of the most popular sci-fi franchises of all time, now with 12 movies and dozens of spin-off television series, video games, books and graphic novels. See the latest "Star Wars" news here! 

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An artist's rendering of the Halcyon, the fictional spacecraft that Disney's Galactic Starcruiser resort/experience is based off of.

Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel succumbs to Dark Side, will cease operations this fall

By Jeff Spry published

Disney will close its billion-dollar "Star Wars"-themed Galactic Starcruiser hotel in September

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' at 40: What it was like seeing Darth Vader's death scene for the 1st time

By Jeff Spry published

An exploration of Darth Vader's death scene in "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi."

a man paints the face of a small monster puppet

'Return of the Jedi' at 40: How 'Star Wars' legend Phil Tippett crafted special effects magic (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

Space.com's exclusive interview with Oscar-winning visual effects wizard Phil Tippett for the 40th anniversary of "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi."

Star Wars Battlefront II screenshot showing a TIE Interceptor chasing an X-wing - Best Star Wars games

Best Star Wars games of all time

By Fran Ruiz published

May the Force be with you! Here's our rundown of the best Star Wars games of all time.

Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)_Lucasfilm Ltd.

40 years on, 'Return of the Jedi' is still up there with the best of 'Star Wars'

By Richard Edwards published

As the original trilogy closer turns 40, 'Return of the Jedi' can still hold its own against almost everything that followed.

Best Lego Star Wars Helmets 2023

Best Lego Star Wars Helmets 2023

By Kimberley Snaith published

The best Lego Star Wars helmets from a galaxy far, far away.

The Black Series Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber

Mandalorian Darksaber Force FX Elite Lightsaber review

By Ian Stokes published

Review A replica worthy of the Armorer herself.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew logo

Everything we know about Star Wars Skeleton Crew: Plot, release window, cast & crew

By Fran Ruiz published

Details are scarce at the moment, but this is everything we know about Skeleton Crew.

Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2

'Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2' director tells a ghost story in the galaxy far, far away (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

An interview with director Paul Young on his short film in "Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2"

Cover art for "Star Wars: The Rebellion #1"

'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' 40th anniversary sees Admiral Ackbar at the helm of his own comic series

By Jeff Spry published

Marvel Comics is releasing new "Star Wars: The Rebellion" and "Star Wars: Max Rebo" comics for "Return of the Jedi's" 40th anniversary.

Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2

Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2 review: A braver and more consistent set of little stories

By Fran Ruiz published

Star Wars: Visions Volume 2 presents an anthology of animated shorts which take bigger swings and have more distinct voices than its predecessor.

Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)_Lucasfilm Ltd.

Carrie Fisher to finally receive her Hollywood Walk of Fame star on 'Star Wars' Day

By Jeff Spry published

Carrie Fisher will be honored posthumously on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on 'Star Wars' Day.

Lego Star Wars Dark Trooper Helmet

Lego Star Wars Dark Trooper Helmet review

By Kimberley Snaith published

The most fearsome Imperial battle droid can now be in your living room thanks to the Lego Star Wars Dark Trooper Helmet.

Lego Star Wars Clone Commander Cody Helmet

Lego Star Wars Clone Commander Cody Helmet review

By Kimberley Snaith published

Clone Commander Cody might be our favorite of all the Lego Star Wars helmets yet.

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures

'Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures:' Younglings now have an animated Disney Plus 'Star Wars' show (exclusive)

By Jeff Spry published

'Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures' premieres its flashy kids' content on Star Wars Day.

Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker Red Five Helmet

Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker (Red Five) Helmet review

By Kimberley Snaith published

Review Recreate Luke Skywalker's iconic headwear from A New Hope with this Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker (Red Five) Helmet.

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures logo

These shows are launching on Disney Plus for Star Wars Day 2023

By Alexander Cox published

News Watch or watch not, there is no try this May 4 as these new shows are launching on Disney Plus for Star Wars Day.

illustration of anakin skywalker holding a lightsaber and raising his hand to move some rocks using the force. above him are three spaceships in the sky

You can play like a 'Star Wars' Jedi on Fortnite with Anakin Skywalker

By Elizabeth Howell published

'Star Wars' Day started a bit early on Fortnite. The battle royale game lets you play as Anakin Skywalker or Padmé Amidala for most of May, with some special Jedi trainers.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

Luke Skywalker trains Cal Kestis in new 'Star Wars Jedi: Survivor' launch trailer

By Jeff Spry published

Mark Hamill instructs Cameron Monaghan in the ways of the Force in a new trailer for "Star Wars Jedi: Survivor."

Lego Star Wars Day 2023

Everything you need to know about Lego's May the 4th Star Wars event

By Kimberley Snaith published

It's almost Star Wars day, and that means Lego is planning an event filled with free gifts, new sets and discounts.