May, 1999: starwars.com was there, bringing the latest Episode I updates to Star Wars fans.

Episode I premiered May 16 in 11 cities to benefit local children's program charity organizations.

From the initial VHS release in 2000, to the highly-anticipated and critically acclaimed debut of a Star Wars title on DVD, go behind-the-scenes in bringing fans behind-the-scenes.

Almost as memorable as the film itself, the trailers, posters, ads and promotions broke new ground for Star Wars films.

From newspapers to magazines to radio to television, follow the media's countdown to the new Star War prequel.

The trailers and commercials of Episode I were a memorable part of Episode I's fan experience.