‘May the 4th be with you’: Everything you need to know about Star Wars day

Star Wars Day is celebrated annually on May 4th, a date chosen for its pun-tastic similarity to the iconic Jedi phrase, "May the Force be with you." Fans worldwide use the greeting "May the Fourth be with you" to mark the occasion.

The Star Wars franchise, created by George Lucas, launched in 1977 with the release of Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.

While there's no official record of the first Star Wars Day celebration, the phrase "May the 4th Be With You" is traced back to 1978. It gained widespread popularity on May 4th, 1979, when a London newspaper used it in a congratulatory message to Margaret Thatcher on her first day as Prime Minister. Social media fueled the holiday's growth, turning it into a beloved fan tradition.

Fans celebrate Star Wars Day in various ways, from themed parties to marathon movie viewings. If you want to join the fun, stream the Star Wars films on Disney + Hotstar.

In exciting news, George Lucas will receive the prestigious Palme d'Or award at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 25th. The award recognizes his iconic contributions to cinema with franchises like "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones".