The Star Wars saga began in 1977 and over the decades has grown into a sprawling universe loved by fans across North America. Since the release of the highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, this article takes a broad look at every film, animated series, and video game set in a galaxy far, far away.
Timeline and canon of Star Wars
Comprehending the Star Wars universe involves navigating a long history of stories with shifting canonicity. There used to be a Star Wars Expanded Universe that persisted until April 2014, spanning movies, novels, comics, and video games created by many different authors. Because different writers shaped the lore, some entries did not always align. George Lucas helped define a hierarchy of canonicity, making clear which works held the highest authority in the fictional timeline.
When Disney reorganized the franchise before the release of The Force Awakens, the Expanded Universe was reclassified. Fans reacted with a mix of disappointment and curiosity, because several pre-2014 works were widely regarded as classics. This shift did not erase the past; it redirected the continuity into new stories while keeping beloved favorites in memory for many fans.
The first portion of this article gathers every feature, TV program, and animated project that has appeared in the Star Wars canon to date, arranging them in a strict chronological order. The second portion surveys the Star Wars video games released over roughly four decades, covering titles that are still considered part of the broader mythos as well as entries with debated canonicity. The game list is organized by release date, from the earliest Atari era to modern titles like the recent narrative adventures and space combat simulations.
In compiling these lists, the aim is to reflect how the Star Wars universe has expanded and regenerated across different media. Each entry contributes to the larger tapestry, whether it’s an on-screen story, a bound novel, a comic arc, or a game that lets players live out a moment in the Star Wars saga. For enthusiasts, tracking this evolution offers insight into how the saga has evolved while maintaining its core themes of hope, rebellion, and the never-ending struggle between light and dark.
Note: the material embraces both the canonical framework upheld by current releases and the broader set of works that fans still cherish as part of the Star Wars experience. The interplay between official canons and fan-supported interpretations continues to shape conversations about what belongs in the ever-growing universe. [VG Times]