Star Wars Retro Collection A New Hope 50th Anniversary Preorders on Target

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… and now, nearly 50 years later, we’re getting to celebrate it all over again! The Star Wars Retro Collection is honoring the 50th Anniversary of A New Hope with a fresh wave of 3.75-inch figures that call back to those beloved original Kenner designs from the late 1970s and 1980s, and they are now up for preorder exclusively at Target. Huge thanks to @baroness of toys for the heads up! I can’t be more excited about this lineup because it covers the core heroes and villains that started it all. We’re talking Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia Organa, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi, and of course, Darth Vader. That’s the essential roster right there, and seeing them rendered in that nostalgic retro style for the 50th Anniversary just hits different. Each figure comes with accessories and that classic vintage aesthetic that so many of us fell in love with as kids. If you grew up playing with the original Kenner figures, this wave is going to feel like a warm hug from childhood. These new cardbacks look so much better than the originals, and I honestly think they’re stunning. But it’s not just packaging changes! There are some fun figure variations tucked in here too. The Tusken Raider now sports hollow cheek tubes, the Jawa comes with a vinyl cape (yes, a vinyl cape Jawa!), Han Solo has a small head variant, Luke Skywalker features brown hair, Obi-Wan Kenobi has gray hair, and both Luke, Obi Wan and Darth Vader are said to have double telescoping lightsabers! Target is the place to lock these in, so make sure you get those preorders secured before they vanish into hyperspace. So let’s take a look at the Star Wars Retro Collection A New Hope 50th Anniversary figures! Here are your preorder links at Target: Luke Skywalker Princess Leia Organa Han Solo Chewbacca Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi Darth Vader

Where to Buy

You can preorder the single card releases now at Target.com below

Luke Skywalker

The card art for Luke Skywalker features that iconic painted photo of Mark Hamill gazing into the Tatooine twin sunset, with his cream-colored tunic and utility belt rendered in warm, earthy tones against the dusty horizon. I like how the orange nameplate and the silver chrome border frame the blister bubble, letting you see the figure’s white tunic and tan boots contrasting against that rich red cardback insert.

You can see how the back of the packaging lists the full wave checklist, and the warm golden-yellow field behind the character photo grid really pops against the deep black that frames each individual figure shot. The lightsaber instruction diagram sits just below the roster, its cream-colored background and simple two-step illustration adding one more layer of vintage authenticity to the overall cardback design.

Luke Skywalker’s black belt and holster add a nice bit of sculpted detail at the waist, breaking up the white tunic with a small rectangular pouch and a compact blaster holster molded on the hip. His brown hair is neatly parted and feathered to each side, with the headsculpt capturing that youthful farmboy look through simple, clean facial features.

Luke Skywalker’s classic Tatooine outfit pairs a white wrap tunic with tan pants that blend seamlessly into matching tall boots, all sculpted as one continuous piece in true vintage fashion. The yellow lightsaber has that signature telescoping look, a thin translucent blade that nails the old-school Kenner feel right down to its proportions. You will notice this is brown haired variant is said to be a double telescoping lightsaber variant!

Han Solo

Han Solo’s card art features a striking painted portrait with warm, naturalistic skin tones and that familiar confident smirk, framed by the silver chrome border and a starfield backdrop complete with the classic starburst detail in the upper right corner. The green blister bubble gives the whole presentation a distinctly vintage feel, and you can see how his black vest and white shirt on the figure inside line up perfectly with the portrait’s color scheme.

Here’s a closer look at the back of Han Solo’s card, and the layout mirrors the same classic grid structure with all thirteen A New Hope figures photographed in that familiar Kenner catalog style, each one framed within the black field. The lightsaber assembly diagram at the bottom uses a warm cream panel that contrasts nicely against the surrounding dark space, with the two-step numbered illustration keeping things clean and period-accurate.

Han Solo’s glossy black vest has some nice sculpted pocket flaps and stitching lines running down the front, paired with that crisp white open-collar shirt that keeps his look instantly recognizable. His molded holster sits snugly on the right hip with a small blaster permanently sculpted in place, and the glossy black finish on his pants and boots gives everything below the belt a uniform, sleek appearance.

Han Solo’s DL-44 blaster is a compact black piece with a nicely defined barrel and scope detail molded on top, keeping the proportions appropriately chunky for the retro scale. I like how the red Corellian bloodstripe running down each pant leg adds a subtle but welcome splash of color to his otherwise black-and-white color scheme.

Chewbacca

Chewbacca’s card art features a fantastic close-up portrait of the Wookiee mid-roar, with rich brown fur tones and those piercing blue eyes framed by the silver chrome border and starfield. The warm golden-yellow blister bubble encases the figure alongside his bowcaster, and the whole presentation nails that classic Kenner carded look you want to keep sealed on a peg.

Here’s a closer look at the back of the card, and it’s pure nostalgia, recreating that classic Kenner cardback layout with the black border framing a grid of the full A New Hope lineup, including Tusken Raider, See-Threepio, Death Squad Commander, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia Organa, Luke Skywalker, Artoo-Detoo, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi, Jawa, and Rebel Fleet Trooper. I like how they even included the vintage-style lightsaber assembly instructions with the numbered diagram, a small touch that really sells the throwback feel of the whole package.

Chewbacca’s headsculpt has a great little open-mouth expression with tiny white teeth peeking through the fur, and those small blue painted eyes give him just enough personality at this scale. The bandolier’s silver cartridges pop against the warm brown fur, and you can see how the sculpted fur grain shifts direction around his shoulders and chest, adding some nice visual variety to the texture.

Chewbacca’s full-body fur texture is sculpted with long, flowing striations that run from the top of his head all the way down to his feet, with his signature bandolier molded in a lighter tan with individual silver ammunition cartridges crossing his chest. Armed with his bowcaster, the dark green weapon has a satisfying chunkiness to it, with the crossbow-style arms and stock all molded in one solid piece that complements his towering retro proportions.

Princess Leia

The card art for Princess Leia Organa features a beautiful portrait photograph set against the cool blue-green corridors of the Tantive IV, with her white senatorial gown softly lit and her signature hair buns framing a composed, regal expression. You can see how the blue blister bubble gives the overall presentation a cooler tone compared to the warmer golden and green bubbles used for the other figures in this wave, making her card feel distinct on the peg.

The card back is presented here from a slightly different perspective, showing the full scope of the packaging’s retro-inspired design with that icy blue gradient border framing the entire card. Something I appreciate here is how the lightsaber diagram at the bottom of the figure grid mirrors the exact instructional style Kenner used decades ago, complete with the same minimalist line art and numbered steps.

Clad in her all-white gown, Princess Leia features a small silver belt buckle at the waist that adds a nice bit of contrast to the otherwise monochromatic outfit. Her soft flesh-toned face has simple but effective painted features, with subtle brown eyebrows and dark eyes that capture just enough expression for this scale.

Princess Leia Organa looks great here in her flowing white senatorial gown, complete with that layered cape draping over one shoulder and her iconic side buns sculpted in dark brown. The blaster is a nice compact black piece that fits the vintage Kenner proportions perfectly, keeping everything in line with that classic 3.75-inch retro aesthetic.

Ben (Obi Wan) Kenoi

The card art for Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi is a real treat, featuring that classic painted portrait of Alec Guinness in his dark brown Jedi robes with a yellow lightsaber beam cutting across the upper left corner. I like how the warm gold tint of the blister bubble gives the whole package a slightly aged, vintage feel that pairs nicely with the icy silver border framing the card.

Here’s a closer look at the back of the packaging from a different angle, and you can really take in the full roster of character photos laid out in that grid format against the black field, each one showing off the vintage Kenner-style proportions across the entire A New Hope wave. The warm golden yellow that dominates the upper half of the cardback works beautifully as a backdrop for the classic Star Wars logo, giving the whole thing a rich, almost sun-faded quality that feels right at home next to the retro badge in the corner.

Obi-Wan Kenobi’s layered robes show a nice tonal separation between the dark reddish-brown outer cloak and the slightly lighter brown tunic underneath, with a black collar peeking through at the neckline. I noticed that the dark brown belt cinching the waist has a subtle buckle detail, keeping the midsection from blending into one flat color.

Obi-Wan Kenobi is wrapped in his deep brown Jedi robe, and you can see how the sculpt keeps that classic telescoping lightsaber tradition alive with the bright blue blade extending from the hilt in one clean piece. His headsculpt captures the weathered look of the old Jedi Master with silver-white hair and a neatly trimmed beard, all sitting nicely on that simplified vintage body. This version of Obi Wan is said to be a double telescoping lightsaber variant!

Darth Vader

Darth Vader’s card art showcases that menacing close-up portrait with the glossy black helmet reflecting harsh overhead light, his chest panel and chain detail rendered in muted silvers and golds against the dark corridor backdrop. The figure inside the golden blister bubble is draped in his long black cape, with the simplified retro sculpt capturing his helmet’s angular cheek guards and domed crown in solid glossy black plastic.

Darth Vader’s long black cape has a nice matte fabric quality that contrasts with the glossy plastic of his helmet and chest armor, and the molded chain clasp at the collar keeps it anchored cleanly to the shoulders. His red lightsaber features that same telescoping design as the other Jedi figures in the wave, with the translucent crimson blade sliding up from the hilt to complete the look.

Darth Vader’s chest panel features tiny red, blue, and silver buttons molded into the armor, with a small silver buckle detail just below it on the belt that catches your eye against all that black. The lightsaber’s translucent red blade has a warm, almost salmon tone to it that feels true to the original Kenner color choice, a nice throwback detail for anyone who remembers the first run.

Darth Vader’s ribbed arm gauntlets show some nice segmented sculpting that mimics the layered suit detailing of the original Kenner figure, with each segment molded as a distinct raised band running from the elbow to the wrist. I think it’s cool that the cape drapes with enough length to nearly touch the ground, giving the figure that imposing silhouette even at the simplified 3.75-inch retro scale. Darth Vader is also said to be the double telescoping variant!