Was the Star Wars Expanded Universe (EU) Ever Officially Canon?

Explore the history of the Star Wars Expanded Universe and its canon status after Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm in 2014.

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The Star Wars Expanded Universe (EU) used to be considered canon until 2014 when Disney acquired Lucasfilm. Following this, it was rebranded as 'Legends' to make way for new movies and content, thereby placing the EU outside the official canon. However, elements of the EU have been incorporated into the new 'canonical' universe, showing its lasting influence on the Star Wars saga.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the Star Wars Expanded Universe? The Star Wars Expanded Universe (EU) includes novels, comics, games, and other media created before 2014 that expanded the story beyond the movies.
  2. Why was the Star Wars EU rebranded as Legends? After Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2014, the EU was rebranded as Legends to differentiate it from the new official canon being developed for movies, TV shows, and other media.
  3. Are any Star Wars EU elements still considered canon? Yes, some elements from the Expanded Universe have been incorporated into the official Star Wars canon in newer films and series.

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