Star Wars Insider 42, the forty-second edition of the Star Wars Insider magazine, saw its release in February of 1999.
- " THX: The Sound And The Fury " (authored by Kevin Fitzpatrick): Kevin Fitzpatrick presents a sneak peek at the novel sound technology created by THX and Dolby, set to debut with The Phantom Menace – specifically, Dolby Digital-Surround EX.
- " Darth Maul: Evil Has a New Name " (penned by Scott Chernoff): Discover the actor, Ray Park, behind the frightening makeup and iconic double-bladed lightsaber of Darth Maul, the Episode I antagonist, as Scott Chernoff interviews this Wu Shu expert.
- " George Lucas Down Under ": Our celebrated director shares insights about Episodes II and III during his press conference in Australia – and the Insider was present to document it.
- " Frank Oz: Blizzard of Oz " (written by Scott Chernoff): The versatile director and performer renowned for bringing Yoda to life returns for Episode I. Scott Chernoff engages in conversation with Frank Oz regarding directing, the Muppets, and the triumphant comeback of the Jedi Master.
- "From the Editor's Desk"
- " Rebel Rumblings "
- " Prequel Update "
- " Prequel Profile : Nick Dudman " (by Jamie Painter)
- " Star News "
- " The Wonder Column " (by Anthony Daniels)
- " In the Star Wars Universe : Tim Rose " (by Scott Chernoff)
- " Straight from the Horse's Mouth " – Vader & Fett Blast Off in New Comics (by Peet Janes)
- " Scouting the Galaxy " – Yellow Oola, Gray-Cord Luke and the Burger Chef (by Stephen J. Sansweet)
- " Jawa Trader "
- " The Last Page "