Star Wars 50th Anniversary: Star Wars Retro Collection 'earlybird' exclusive releases for Spring 2027
The 12th of November saw a global set of announcements relating to the 2027 50th Anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope. Alongside confirmation of the film's return to cinema screens in February, we also saw product announcements for companies like Lego and, of course, Hasbro.
The Retro Collection had been teased as being quite extensive in terms of releases in 2027, and the announcement on the 12th included the first batch of these. We can look forward to Retro releases mirroring the original Kenner toys, starting with two packs of an Imperial Stormtrooper and a Rebel Fleet Trooper. The latter was, of course, not an original Kenner release. They are joined by a two-pack of the Jawa (with Vinyl Cape) and the Tusken Raider. These are all individually carded, then packed into an earlybird-inspired outer box.
We then have a further n earlybird-inspired 3-pack of See-Threepio (C-3PO), Artoo-Detoo (R2-D2), and the Death Squad Commander alongside a cardboard display. This has been tweaked to include 13 figures, with the Rebel Fleet Trooper added to the backdrop to allow all 13 of these new Retro releases to be displayed.
And our earlybird collection is finished off through a set of single releases allowing you to complete your cardboard stand display and as seen in the original Kenner 'first 12'. They include Obi-Wan Kenobi, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Darth Vader.
In the US, all of these are exclusive to Target and are available in the Spring of 2027. Outside of the US, these are Fan Channel releases.
STAR WARS RETRO STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE REBEL FLEET TROOPER & STORMTROOPER
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
The STAR WARS RETRO line features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale 2-pack includes Rebel Fleet Trooper and Stormtrooper figures. Featuring deco and design calling back to the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Each figure includes a blaster accessory for added poseability. This multipack of vintage toys features collectible blister cards within an outer box featuring classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE JAWA & TUSKEN RAIDER
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
The STAR WARS RETRO line features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale 2-pack includes Jawa and Tusken Raider figures. Featuring deco and design calling back to the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. The Jawa includes a blaster, and the Tusken Raider figure includes the signature gaffi stick for added poseability. This multipack of vintage toys features collectible blister cards within an outer box featuring classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO EPISODE IV ACTION FIGURE SET WITH CARDBOARD DISPLAY
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
The STAR WARS RETRO line features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. For Kenner’s release of the first STAR WARS action figures with 1977’s A NEW HOPE, fans could purchase and mail in an “early bird certificate” to receive their figures beginning in early 1978. On shelf, Kenner sold the outer box placeholder which included the certificate and a cardboard backdrop. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this Retro 3.75-inch-scale 3-pack See-Threepio (C-3PO), Artoo-Detoo (R2-D2), and Death Squad Commander figures. Display your figures with the included backdrop based on the original Kenner on-shelf placeholder packaging. Featuring deco and design calling back to the original Kenner figures, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out the Death Squad Commander with the included blaster accessory. This multipack of vintage toys features collectible blister cards within an outer box featuring classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION BEN (OBI-WAN) KENOBI
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
In the wake of a Tusken Raider attack on Tatooine, old Ben Kenobi revealed his true identity as Jedi Master Obi-Wan -- and his goal to train Luke in the ways of the Force. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Obi-Wan Kenobi figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out Obi-Wan with the included retractable Lightsaber™ accessory. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION HAN SOLO
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
Deep in debt to crime lord Jabba the Hutt, Han Solo, alongside his companion Chewbacca, accepted a job to provide a pair of mysterious strangers passage to Alderaan -- and it became a rescue mission. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Han Solo figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out Han Solo with the included blaster accessory. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION CHEWBACCA
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
Chewbacca earned a living as a smuggler with his roguish friend Han Solo -- until a Jedi approached him at the Mos Eisley cantina with a unique opportunity. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Chewbacca figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out Chewbacca with the included blaster and bowcaster accessories. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION PRINCESS LEIA ORGANA
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
Princess Leia managed to hide the Death Star schematics and a message in the droid R2-D2 when her ship was boarded by Darth Vader and Imperial forces. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Princess Leia figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out Leia with the included blaster accessory. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION LUKE SKYWALKER
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
Farmboy Luke Skywalker embarks on a journey to leave Tatooine, vowing to learn the ways of the Force, and become a Jedi like his father. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Luke Skywalker figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out Luke with the included retractable Lightsaber™ accessory. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION DARTH VADER
(HASBRO | Ages 4 & up | Exclusively available at Target Spring 2027)
Upon the Rebels’ theft of schematics for the Empire’s ultimate weapon, the moon-sized Death Star, Darth Vader sought to recover the stolen plans and find the location of the Rebel base. The STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION features detailing and design calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s figures. Inspired by STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this 3.75-inch-scale Darth Vader figure is ideal for play or display, complete with a nostalgic feel. Featuring deco and design referencing the original Kenner releases, these STAR WARS figures can be displayed in action figure and vehicle collections. Pose out the Sith Lord with the included retractable Lightsaber™ accessory. Features a collectible blister card with classic Kenner branding. Find other STAR WARS RETRO collectibles to reimagine iconic scenes -- or create your own (each sold separately, subject to availability).
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