From the day of the movie’s release back in the 70s to today there has always been a ton of Star Wars toys, games and merchandise aimed at kids. I think the term “children’s movie” is a bit fuzzy.
Notice that there have been Star Wars themed “Happy Meals.” I’ve never seen a Brave Heart “Happy Meal.”
Your right about the Spike network. I wouldn’t let kids watch anything on it.
I agree with you. Normally I don’t watch it.
But, I thought SW would be innocent enough. What a surprise.
When the commercials first came on I had to do a double take in disbelief.
“Is that what I think it is?”
But I am learning by this thread that I guess Spike is known for that kind of stuff.
I just didn’t know that the programming director for Spike is Jerry Springer.
Oh well, learned my lesson.
That's a fair point, although I would point out that the same could be said of Star Trek toys, games, and merchandise...and the various Star Trek series and movies aren't aimed at children (the animated '70s series aside). Some franchises have appeal across broad demographics.