The Star Wars saga is a sprawling space opera franchise created by George Lucas, beginning with the original film in 1977. The core story revolves around the conflict between the Jedi Order, wielders of the Force's light side, and the Sith, who succumb to its dark side. Set in a galaxy far, far away, the films explore themes of good versus evil, hope, redemption, and the importance of family. With iconic characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, and Han Solo, Star Wars has become a cultural phenomenon, spawning numerous films, television series, books, comics, and video games, captivating audiences worldwide with its epic adventures and imaginative world-building.