When did Star Wars Insider magazine start?
Star Wars Insider began in 1987 as the official magazine of The Lucasfilm Fan Club. It was renamed Star Wars Insider in 1994 to coincide with the release of Star Wars: TIE Fighter.
Questions about Star Wars Insider
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How many issues did Star Wars Insider publish?
Star Wars Insider published 237 issues in total. The magazine reached its 200th issue in February 2021, and the final issue was announced on the 10th of November 2025.
Who were the publishers of Star Wars Insider over the years?
Star Wars Insider was published by Lucasfilm (issues 1-22), Fantastic Media (issues 23-50), Wizards of the Coast (issues 51-61), Paizo Publishing (issues 62-76), IDG Entertainment (issues 77-92), and Titan Magazines (issues 93-237).
Why was Star Wars Insider not available in Germany?
Germany had its own licensed Star Wars publication called Star Wars -- Das offizielle Magazin. It was published quarterly rather than bi-monthly and featured many articles and short stories taken from Star Wars Insider.
What was the Bantha Tracks section in Star Wars Insider?
Bantha Tracks was a section of Star Wars Insider created entirely by the fans. It served as an interactive fan newsletter within the magazine.
When did Star Wars Insider end and why?
The end of Star Wars Insider was announced on the 10th of November 2025, with the final issue being issue 237, scheduled for release in early 2026. No specific reason for the cancellation was given in the announcement.