This week sees the much anticipated release of the next Star Wars film – The Force Awakens.
Star Wars is a ubiquitous brand. Merchandising includes everything from pets clothing to spoons. The next instalment already looks like being a guaranteed box office hit. No wonder plenty of brands are eager to associate their products with the world’s most successful movie franchise.
So, here they are. 21 brands capitalizing on Stars Wars mania. See their Twitter posts below:
No need to use the force. Just open the lid and help yourself… https://t.co/DlauD7slXB pic.twitter.com/FY8CUQ91Yv
— Amazon.co.uk (@AmazonUK) December 10, 2015
The Force is strong with these @StarWars collectible bottles. Get all 4 characters now at https://t.co/2ApKpx5B4a pic.twitter.com/RSX7EjrRf1
— Trident Gum (@tridentgum) November 20, 2015
Which #StarWars character are you? Tweet your choice to @usatodaylife: https://t.co/PWYamjjnmO
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) December 15, 2015
— Kellogg’s UK & IRE (@KelloggsUK) December 8, 2015
The Force is strong with this one! RT & COMMENT w/ your favorite #StarWars memory for a chance to win! #contest pic.twitter.com/jMTVhMWn1n
— Regal Cinemas (@RegalMovies) December 14, 2015
Wiper blade lightsabers protect your car’s windows from raindrop attacks #StarWars https://t.co/JqHJ1VYp3f pic.twitter.com/aAInhkocv0
— Toyland (@Toyland) December 14, 2015
When you find the perfect accessories. #AwakenYourForce https://t.co/Bo08KlatEO pic.twitter.com/fpza97rA9e
— HP (@HP) December 5, 2015
These are the #StarWars Kids Paks your kids have been looking for. Collect all 8 at a store not so far, far away. pic.twitter.com/aMUZcS2z8b
— SUBWAY® Canada (@SUBWAYCanada) December 13, 2015
10th Day #UTCT12XmasDays: WIN one of 4 #StarWars RC Inflatable Yoda -> https://t.co/EHvTW2Gtij Retweet! pic.twitter.com/3QFGComY40
— UnderTheXmasTree (@underxmastree) December 13, 2015
The force is strong this weekend. RT & follow by 4pm to win a collectible #StarWars Special Stamp sheet. UK only. pic.twitter.com/6vLx9BrJ5W
— Royal Mail Stamps (@RoyalMailStamps) December 13, 2015
Another of Einstein’s gifts to humanity, he inspired the look of Yoda https://t.co/sgpJazNvmx #starwars pic.twitter.com/Uwl84XRn9C
— Science Museum (@sciencemuseum) December 12, 2015
Somebody’s excited about #StarWars Night. ? pic.twitter.com/YZOTIg6x0p
— Philadelphia 76ers (@Sixers) December 12, 2015
One week to go… #StarWars pic.twitter.com/v6BZVqVFbe
— Cineworld Cinemas (@cineworld) December 10, 2015
All your #LEGO #StarWars adventures will come to life on the big screen – 8 days left! https://t.co/jzXqxNP8iG pic.twitter.com/JI4Unb5Q3f
— Toys R Us UK (@toysrusuk) December 10, 2015
Take a look at the real scientific studies inspired by #StarWars: https://t.co/Q0TWuM8S1W
— National Geographic (@NatGeo) December 9, 2015
We find your lack of #STARWARS gifts disturbing. We have the ones you need. #WinTheHolidays https://t.co/GUrgZ1fSGD pic.twitter.com/S0Kp3AYitN
— Best Buy (@BestBuy) December 7, 2015
Check ’em all off your list – from the #StarWars fan to the trend lover! #AllTogetherNow pic.twitter.com/9xC2Yhkca9
— Kohl’s (@Kohls) December 6, 2015
Some of our cereal boxes will soon feature collectible #StarWars decals https://t.co/f9jqeeCMoc #theforceawakens pic.twitter.com/w0ZSay8Ies
— General Mills (@GeneralMills) December 14, 2015
[PIC] Force has landed at #LAX! Welcome @FlyANA_official #starwars R2 D2 Boeing 787-9. May the force be with you! pic.twitter.com/UGevfmJiA4
— LAX Airport (@flyLAXairport) December 15, 2015
I’ve Got 99 Problems But A Droid Ain’t One. Check our Star Wars range here: https://t.co/JXtjgVhRzn #HipHopStarWars pic.twitter.com/y413VkeA7Y
— New Look Men (@NewLook_Men) December 9, 2015
Check out life-sized Rey, BB-8 and Kylo Ren from @starwars: #TheForceAwakens built out of LEGO bricks! #LEGOStarWars pic.twitter.com/ZJhy676jCR
— LEGO (@LEGO_Group) December 10, 2015