It was a fictional galaxy "far, far away," but the strange and colorful characters of Star Wars continue to live on in the hearts of fans around the world. This science fiction fantasy was first introduced to the American moviegoer on May 25, 1977, and since that time, director George Lucas has launched sequels, prequels, and trilogies, making Star Wars an international pop culture phenomenon. Although it's been more than 30 years since the first Star Wars film, Darth Vader, Han Solo, and Princess Leia are still among the most recognizable names on the planet, and Star Wars posters are still among the most popular and the most purchased.