George Lucas’s science fiction classics, the Star Wars trilogy of movies released between 1977 and 1983, captured the imaginations of adults and children alike. Toy manufacturers eagerly sought the right to sell licensed spin-off toys based on the story lines of these movies. For many of the kids who grew up during the late 1970s and early 1980s, Star Wars fantasy toys defined childhood—over three hundred million Star Wars action figures, vehicles, and play sets were sold!