Target is the Galactic Destination for Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith Licensed Products

Target is the Galactic Destination for Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith Licensed Products

Exclusive Merchandise for Star Wars Fans on Sale April 2

MINNEAPOLIS, March 29 /PRNewswire/ -- As Star Wars fans across the country prepare for the May 19, 2005 release of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith -- the last installment of the epic movie series -- Target is preparing the ultimate base for the Rebellion with everything Star Wars -- including exclusive collectible items only sold at Target.

Target is the exclusive retailer for a new Hasbro Darth Vader figure -- Darth Vader (Lava Reflection). This unique figure features Darth Vader with an all-red holographic flame on his chest. Because of the high demand for this item, guests will be limited to purchasing one Darth Vader (Lava Reflection) figure.

In keeping with its history of developing one-of-a-kind, technology- infused gift cards, Target has created an exclusive Star Wars gift card. Complete with a sound-chip featuring Darth Vader's unmistakable breathing and a glowing lightsaber, the card is a perfect gift for any Star Wars fan.

Jedi, droids and Rebels searching for more collectible merchandise need to look no further than the Red Hot Shop on Target.com. The Red Hot Shop assortment will include replica Anakin Skywalker and ObiWan Kenobi lightsabers and a Han Solo blaster. For those looking for more action than just a lightsaber duel, the Red Hot Shop will feature a full-size Rebel snowspeeder from Master Replicas, a must for any true Star Wars fan. Target.com will also pre-sell Master Replicas' Episode III Darth Vader and Clone Trooper helmets as well as a three dimensional poster from Code 3 Collectibles.

Star Wars products will be available on Saturday, April 2, at both Target stores and Target.com.

About Target

Minneapolis-based Target serves guests at 1,330 stores in 47 states nationwide by delivering today's best retail trends at affordable prices. Whether visiting a Target store or shopping online at Target.com, guests enjoy a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to thousands of unique and highly differentiated items. Target (NYSE:TGT) gives back more than $2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special programs. Since opening its first store in 1962, Target has partnered with nonprofit organizations, guests and team members to help meet community needs.

Source: Target

CONTACT: Paula Thornton-Greear of Target, +1-612-696-3400

Web site: http://www.target.com/

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