• by David Kaplan , May 4, 2005

The Wookies are coming!

And that's the word from Discovery Networks, which is airing specials this month tying into the premiere of the sixth and final "Star Wars" film, "Episode III: Revenge of the Sith."

The cross-promotion ties three Discovery networks with Lucasfilm offering behind-the-scenes peeks of the film.

The specials kick off with "Science Of Star Wars: Man And Machine" on Monday, May 16 from 8-9 p.m. Up next on Tuesday, May 17 from 8-9 p.m. is "Science Of Star Wars: Space Cowboys," a special that gives viewers a sneak peek into hovercrafts and the other new hot rods of the future. Lastly, the future of modern warfare is unveiled Wednesday, May 18 from 8-9 p.m. with "Science Of Star Wars: War, Weaponry And The Force."

Other specials include two on Discovery's Animal Planet, which should bring in Wookie-fans with "Animal Icons: Star Wars Creatures," airing on Wednesday, May 18 from 9-10 p.m. That's followed by "Science Of Star Wars," a three-part special hosted by actors Anthony Daniels and Kenny Baker (who play C3PO and his sidekick, R2-D2, respectively).

The movie itself is being released to screens on May 19.