May the 4th be With You: Movies, Memes, and Merchandise You Can’t Miss
On May 4, Star Wars fans from around the world come together to celebrate the biggest Star Wars day of the year. Affectionately referred to as“May the 4th be With You” (May the Force be With You), this occasion pays homage to George Lucas’ Star Wars saga. This day holds special significance in the Star Wars galaxy because it features a turn of phrase that has become a meme with the franchise’s iconic Jedi slogan, “May the Force Be With You.”
The Origins of “May the 4th be With You”
Interestingly, the origins of this meme can be traced back to 1978 when Star Wars devotees used to greet each other on the Fourth of May, as documented by Lucasfilm. Since then, it has evolved into a rallying cry for fans of the sci-fi franchise.
Movies to Binge On Star Wars Day
Star Wars fans could binge-watch all the Star Wars films, animated shows, and live-action series on Disney+. Here are the Star Wars films and series to watch in chronological order:
– Episode I: The Phantom Menace
– Episode II: Attack of the Clones
– Star Wars: The Clone Wars (movie)
– Star Wars: The Clone Wars (series)
– Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
– Star Wars: The Bad Batch
– Solo: A Star Wars Story
– Obi-Wan Kenobi
– Star Wars Rebels
– Andor
– Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
– Episode IV: A New Hope
– Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
– Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
– The Mandalorian Season 1, 2, and 3
– The Book of Boba Fett
– Star Wars: Resistance
– Episode VII: The Force Awakens
– Episode VIII: The Last Jedi
– Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker
Grab Your Favorite Star Wars Merch
Undeniably, Star Wars is the most lucrative franchise to date, with several creatives adapting its famous characters into entire merchandise lines, including an arsenal of apparel and Lego products. Fans and collectors of Star Wars merchandise can relive the joy of the franchise on this special day, with the opportunity to purchase numerous time-limited crafts such as Luke Skywalker’s Legacy Lightsaber, Darth Vader helmet, Mandalorian helmet, Dar Saber, Star Wars Jedi edition of PlayStation 5 and more.
5 Best May the 4th Memes
In celebration of this special day, here are the 5 best May the 4th memes:
1. Denial Vader: “Luke, I’m your father.” Luke: “No, that’s not true. That’s impossible!” Denial Vader: “And you didn’t just kiss your sister either, I suppose?”
2. “May the Fourth be with you” said Yoda all the time, why only yesterday is it news?”
3. You know I have a good feeling about this.
4. “Solo” just happens to be one of my favorite Star Wars movies. What’s yours?” “The Empire Strikes Back.” “Oh…I was expecting you to say ‘May the Fourth be with you.’”
5. “Failed at ‘May the 4th’ wishes, everyone has. ‘May the 4th’ simply doesn’t work in English, it seems.”
In conclusion, May the 4th be With You, and may the Force be with you always.