For Star Wars fans, May 25th is kind of a big deal. It marks the 40th anniversary of the release of the first "Star Wars" film, "A New Hope."
In 1977, "Star Wars" became an instant success at the box office, and dominated the pop culture of the day. Companies scrambled to keep up with the demand for toys and merchandise related to the film.
These days, demand is still high. Since Walt Disney purchased Lucasfilm from George Lucas in 2012 for $4 billion and released the hotly anticipated "The Force Awakens" in 2015, sales of "Star Wars" merchandise has continued to rise.
In the toy industry alone more than $760 million worth of Star Wars merchandise was sold last year, topping 2015 sales by $60 million, according to the NPD Group.
The anniversary is another excuse to release even more hats and jackets, toys and notebooks.
Here are a few of those 40th-anniversary specials that you can get your hands on:
C-3PO satin souvenir jacket
$79.90
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Star Wars," Her Universe designed a collection of apparel that draws inspiration from characters throughout the franchise.
The C-3PO jacket is embroidered with the official 40th Anniversary logo on the front and features a scene between the beloved gold
The sleeves are gold, just like 3PO's plating, and the interior lining has a wiring pattern that resembles his exposed circuitry.
40th Anniversary socks
$17.99
ThinkGeek's 40th Anniversary socks feature characters from the original trilogy like Chewbacca, Darth
The geek merchandise company is only selling 2,400 sets of each, so you'll have to act fast if you want to scoop up these collectibles.
The Black Series 40th Anniversary Legacy Pack
$39.99, additional figures $19.99 each
Harking back to the days of Kenner Toys, Hasbro is selling a pack of toy figures modeled after the early-bird certificate package from 1977. Hasbro bought Kenner in 1991.
At the time of the release of "A New Hope," Kenner had only just signed a deal to take on the manufacturing rights to George Lucas' film. When the film was a runaway hit, the company had to act quickly because its toys were not going to be ready in time for Christmas.
So, the company sold early-bird certificates that guaranteed that the holder would receive all 12 action figures in the mail in early 1978. The collector cards and original sets of these toys remain sought-after collectibles.
Hasbro's new set costs $40 and comes with a display stand, back
Who Shot First pin
$15.99
Perhaps one of the greatest debates in all of "Star Wars" is: Who shot first? Was it Han Solo or Greedo? Now you can let everyone know where you stand with this Disney Parks exclusive pin.
Available only at Disney theme parks, this pin allows you to slide the 40th Anniversary logo to select either Han or Greedo as the one with the quicker draw.
Floral Rebellion romper
$42.90
Another piece in the Her Universe 40th anniversary collection is the floral Rebellion romper. The company is known for its "everyday cosplay" designs that feature elements from a
The romper is just one example. The floral pattern disguises the rebel symbols, X-Wings and rebel helmets at first glance, but a closer inspection makes it clear where your allegiances lie.
40th Anniversary hat
$29.99
This adjustable snapback hat from Lids features the 40th Anniversary "Star Wars" logo and costs about $30.
"May the Force be with you" pin
$14.99
Pins have long been a big part of the "Star Wars" collecting experience. Fans collect and trade pins to grow their collections and to bond with other collectors.
Over the last four decades, fans have established a tight-knit community of collectors who help each other find missing items in their sets and meet up at fan conventions. Most find that they value the friendships they've made more than their collections.
This 40th Anniversary "May the Force be with you" pin will likely be a hot collector's item because of its exclusivity. It is only available for purchase at a Disney theme park.
Notebook collection
$12.99
The 40th Anniversary notebook collection from ThinkGeek features artwork sourced from 1975 to 1977, including concept treatments.
Inside, each notebook features quotes from the films and ruled sheets of paper. Get three notebooks for about $13.
Hot Wheels Star Wars cars
$3.99 each
Mattel created more than a dozen cars and vehicles to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Star Wars." Some of the cars are based on vehicles seen
The company even released a car based on Biggs Darklighter, Luke Skywalker's best friend from Tatooine and an X-Wing pilot.
Plush toys
$59.99
ThinkGeek is offering up two sets of plush toys in honor of the 40th anniversary. Each contains five characters and costs about $60.
The Luke set comes with Luke, Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, and a Jawa, while the Darth Vader set comes with Darth Vader, Han Solo, Chewbacca, a
Jabba the Hutt tiki mug
$24.99
ThinkGeek introduced the Jabba the Hut tiki mug, with small Salacious Crumb glass, during the Star Wars Celebration in Orlando last month. The set is an extension of the company's widely popular Star Wars tiki collection and is available for a limited time only.
40th Anniversary T-shirts
$34.99 (T-shirt), $32.99 (tank)
Available exclusively at Disney theme parks, these tank tops and T-shirts feature the 40th Anniversary logo.
Star Wars Monopoly game
$29.99
This Star Wars 40th Anniversary edition of Hasbro's popular board game has a few twists. Instead of purchasing properties, players collect iconic ships and scenes from "A New Hope."
Players can side with the rebels or the Empire and build fleets and bases to aid their side. The last person standing after everyone else goes bankrupt is the winner.
40th Anniversary dish set
$39.90
Boxed Lunch is offering up a "Star Wars" plate and mug set for the 40th. The white ceramic set comes with a mug, a bowl, a small plate and a large plate and features the anniversary logo.