A group of kids accidentally find themselves lost in the galaxy, embarking on a dangerous adventure with the help of a robot and a mysterious space pirate as they try to find their way home.
Taking place in the same time frame as The Mandalorian series and after the events of the film Return of the Jedi (1983), Skeleton Crew is essentially a coming-of-age story. From the first to the last episode, Skeleton Crew strives to have a Goonies and E. T.-like vibe and still manages to feel like a fresh entry in the Star Wars universe. Andor aside, series creators Jon Watts and Christopher Ford offer one of the more rounded Disney+ shows. It delivers a visually stunning tale, blending classic space opera adventure with some character-driven focus. It has the charm and warm of The Ewok Adventures, only much better executed.
The acting is a major highlight, with Jude Law delivering a standout performance as a mysterious guide figure. Notable are the werewolf-like alien, Brutus (voiced by Fred Tatasciore and performed by Stephen Oyoung), and SM-33 (voiced by Nick Frost), a decrepit droid. The young cast as a whole is great amidst the rich visuals and action.
Composer Mick Giacchino’s score complements and gives weight to the setups. The production values are high, with some impressive effects, lush alien worlds, and plenty of nods throughout, including the Lucas-produced Captain EO. However, the pirate and Earth-like characterisations sometimes feel too on the nose, occasionally grounding the galaxy far, far away a little too close to home.
Despite minor flaws, Skeleton Crew is an engaging adventure with good performances, visuals, and a sense of fun, making it one of Disney’s stronger TV Star Wars outings.
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