Star Wars: Escape from Death Star Game, 1977-1980

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Artifact Overview

In addition to its groundbreaking special effects, the Star Wars film series is noted for its significant merchandising. Toys, games, posters, books and other products featuring the movies' characters were enormous sellers. This board game, made by Kenner Products, is based on the Death Star, the ominous space station that is the focus of the first film's plot.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Board game (Game set)

Date Made

1977-1980

Creator Notes

Made by Kenner Products in Cincinnati, Ohio for Lucasfilm, Ltd. of Marin County, California.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2000.76.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Donna R. Braden

Material

Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic

Technique

Lithography

Dimensions

Height: 1.5 in
Width: 9.375 in
Length: 18.25 in

Inscriptions

on box: Star Wars, Escape from Death Star
Star Wars: Escape from Death Star Game, 1977-1980