The Star Wars Holiday Special debuted on CBS and interconnected the worlds of Star Wars with a holiday spirit. It featured original cast members, including Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher, in a variety of skits and performances.

The special revolves around Chewbacca and Han Solo attempting to return to Chewbacca's home planet for Life Day to be with his family. The show introduced a variety of characters including Chewie's family—Malla, Itchy, and Lumpy—adding a whimsical and somewhat bizarre flavor to the Star Wars saga.

While intended as a family-friendly event, the special is often considered one of the worst pieces of Star Wars media. Its mixture of surreal humor, musical numbers, and awkward skits left viewers frustrated and led to it being largely disowned by George Lucas.

Despite its poor reception, the special has achieved a cult following over the years. Fans love its kitsch quality and often gather to watch it as a humorous holiday tradition, which keeps the memory alive.

How do you feel about the blending of holiday spirit and sci-fi in shows like the Star Wars Holiday Special?