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The first Star Wars movie is released, introducing the concept of the Jedi Order and the Force. -
The Internet facilitates the formation of online communities of Star Wars fans who are interested in exploring the spiritual and philosophical aspects of the franchise. -
Daniel M. Jones creates the Church of Jediism in the United Kingdom, which aims to promote Jediism as a real-world religion. -
The first Jedi census phenomenon takes place in the United Kingdom, where individuals declare their religion as Jediism in the national census. -
The Temple of the Jedi Order is established in the United States, which aims to provide a spiritual path for individuals who identify as Jedi. -
The International Church of Jediism is registered in Texas, USA. -
The Charity Commission for England and Wales refuses to recognize the Church of Jediism as a religious charity, stating that its beliefs are too similar to those of the Star Wars franchise. -
The Temple of the Jedi Order is dissolved due to financial and legal issues, although some Jedi communities continue to exist online and offline.