I need a clearer definition of “casual” fan to determine what I am.
To go with a phrase I like using on other discussion boards: It’s all relative. To somebody who only watches the movies when it comes out, and then doesn’t do anything beyond that, the fact that we’re on a forum at all might make us look like we’re die-hards. To somebody who reads everything there is to Star Wars and is keeps up with absolutely verything Star Wars related, this forum might be full of “filthy” casuals.
Personally, I consider myself somewhat more invested than a “casual moviegoer” but not that invested. I like the odd book or spin-off series. I enjoy the X-Wing Miniatures game. However, I’m not avidly looking forward to every release, or base my life around it. If Star Wars stopped existing, I still have other things to enjoy and discuss with others.