Star Wars fans brace for impact as the notorious 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special is the focus of a new documentary titled "A Disturbance in the Force." Known for its cheap production and bizarre content, the holiday special has become a legendary piece of Star Wars history for all the wrong reasons. This documentary promises to delve into the behind-the-scenes decisions that led to the creation of such an unexpected detour in the Star Wars saga.

The infamous TV special featured original cast members like Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, and Carrie Fisher in a tale about Chewbacca's family celebrating Life Day. Despite its original broadcast reaching 13 million viewers, the show has never been re-aired, and even George Lucas has expressed his regrets about the project. However, the special did introduce fans to the character of Boba Fett in an animated segment, marking his first appearance before proper introduction in "The Empire Strikes Back."

Directed by Jeremy Coon and Steve Kozak, "A Disturbance in the Force" aims to answer how the infamous special was greenlit and crafted. Star Wars enthusiasts can anticipate a thorough exploration of this curious chapter in the franchise's history when the documentary goes live online on December 5. For those looking to delve deeper into Star Wars lore, this documentary is poised to be an essential watch, bringing context to one of the franchise's most baffling moments.