Why do you think George Lucas released 4,5,6 before 1,2,3?

1, 2, and 3 are just the backstory for 4, 5, and 6. You don’t need 1, 2, and 3 to understand them.
4, 5, and 6 was the main story line and 1, 2, and 3 was just a bit of background to explain how Darth Vader got into power and such.

story.writer · Answer 1

Because 1,2,3 would ruin the big reveal of Luke Skywalker's father.

story.writer · Answer 2

1,2,3 are just really a backstory for the real story, Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance.

story.writer · Answer 3

Jar Jar Binks should never be a first introduction to Star Wars.

story.writer · Answer 4

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