Released July 1977
Star Wars #1
Key Issue
Synopsis
It is a period of Civil War in the galaxy. A brave alliance of Underground Freedom Fighters has challenged the tyranny and oppression of the awesome Galactic Empire. To crush the Rebellion once and for all, the Empire is constructing a sinister new Battle Station.
Variants
Synopsis
It is a period of Civil War in the galaxy. A brave alliance of Underground Freedom Fighters has challenged the tyranny and oppression of the awesome Galactic Empire. To crush the Rebellion once and for all, the Empire is constructing a sinister new Battle Station.
Key Facts
- Issues #1 - #6 are an adaptation of 'Star Wars: A New Hope'
- 1st appearance of Darth Vader
- 1st appearance of Luke Skywalker
- 1st appearance of Princess Leia
- 1st appearance of C-3PO and R2-D2
- 1st appearance of Grand Moff Tarkin
- 1st appearance of Beru and Owen Lars
- Introduction of Stormtroopers
- 1st cover appearance of Obi Wan Kenobi and Han Solo (not in story)
- 📖 Reading Order: read Star Wars (1977) #1 - #6, then Princess Leia #1
Details
- Series
- Star Wars
- Cover Date
- July 1977
- Pages
- N/A
- UPC
- 0714860281707
- Cover Price
- N/A
- Final Order Cutoff
- N/A
Creators
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ArtistHoward Chaykin
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WriterRoy Thomas