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Revenge of the Sith: Trailer Sparks Toy and Novel Launches

5/5/2025

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On March 10, 2005, the highly anticipated trailer for "Revenge of the Sith" debuted during "The O.C.," showcasing a flurry of product placements. The excitement continued with a toy line launch on April 2 and novels diving into the film's characters, while the novelization hit shelves a month earlier, embracing Anakin's iconic shift into Darth Vader.

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Story summary

On March 10, 2005, the highly anticipated trailer for "Revenge of the Sith" debuted during "The O.C.," showcasing a flurry of product placements. The excitement continued with a toy line launch on April 2 and novels diving into the film's characters, while the novelization hit shelves a month earlier, embracing Anakin's iconic shift into Darth Vader.