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Intergalactic Franchise Cereals

The Special Edition Star Wars Cereal Comes in Two Box Styles

— October 10, 2019 — Marketing
The special edition Star Wars cereal has been brought back by General Mills in anticipation of the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, that's set for release in theaters this December.

The cereal features a fruit-flavored profile that is achieved with fruity marshmallows that are shaped to the likeness of popular characters from the franchise including droids R2-D2 and BB-8, amongst others. The cereal was first made available from the brand in 2015 and 2016, and features two limited-edition boxes this time around that put a focus on character Kylo Ren and BB-8, respectively.

The Star Wars cereal from General Mills is sure to be coveted by fans of the sci-fi franchise, but is likely to only be around for a short while.


Image Credit: General Mills
Trend Themes
1. Franchise-based Cereal - Developing cereals based on popular franchises can be an opportunity to create a unique offering that appeals to fans of that specific franchise.
2. Fruit-flavored Cereal with Themed Shapes - Adding fruit-flavored marshmallows shaped like popular characters to cereal can provide a unique experience for consumers, leading to increased interest in the product.
3. Limited-edition Cereal Boxes - Creating limited-edition cereal boxes that showcase different characters from the franchise can create a sense of urgency and exclusivity, as well as entice collectors.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - By partnering with popular franchises and incorporating unique shapes, food and beverage companies can create a special edition offering that resonates with a broad audience beyond the core product.
2. Entertainment - Entertainment companies can explore opportunities to partner with food and beverage companies to create cross-promotional products that generate buzz around upcoming releases.
3. Collectibles and Memorabilia - The limited-edition boxes can capitalize upon a growing trend for collectibles and memorabilia, providing a product that intertwines with fandom and the consumers that associate themselves with it.
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