The latest Star Wars streaming show arrives on Disney Plus this week, with Skeleton Crew taking a page out of Star Trek: Prodigy's book with its story of young explorers attempting to make their way home.
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Jude Law co-stars as their Force-sensitive mentor figure, who takes the group under his wing after they become stranded halfway across the galaxy with only their wits and a daft droid at their disposal.
Although younger skewing than the likes of The Acolyte and Andor, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew could still make some valuable additions to the franchise lore, including with its confirmed connection to the events of The Mandalorian.
One of Din Djarin's adversaries from the hit series, space pirate Vane (Marti Matulis), will appear in an antagonistic role, with him and his fellow crooks poised to complicate the kids' journey home.
As for what else to expect from Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and its imminent release, here's everything we know so far!
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew release date
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is set for release on Monday 2nd December in the US andTuesday 3rd December in the UK.
As mentioned above, the release date has been moved forward a day, so everyone can see the first two episodes earlier than we previously expected. In the UK, the first two episodes will hit Disney Plus at 2am.
The series was officially announced at Star Wars Celebration in 2022, with filming beginning the same year, in September. Production wrapped in January 2023.
What will the plot of Star Wars: Skeleton crew be?
A synopsis for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew has been released and reads: "When four kids make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, they get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy.
"Finding their way home, meeting unlikely allies and enemies will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined."
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will be set in the same timeframe as The Mandalorian.
Skeleton Crew. Disney+
Watts previously explained of the story: "It’s the story about a group of kids, about 10 years old, from a tiny little planet who accidentally get lost in the Star Wars galaxy. It’s the story of their journey trying to find their way home.”
Dave Filoni teased that the kids are set for a big adventure, but it "might be more than they can handle".
Teasing his mysterious character, Skeleton Crew star Jude Law said: "He will keep you guessing. He's multi-faceted and many things to many people, he goes by lots of names.
"There's always a pressure when there's lots of discussion, because you always think, 'Well, I hope they're not disappointed!' He's a survivor, and this keeps you guessing right until the end. There's a long way to go yet."
The series has been described as similar to an Amblin adventure, referring to the child-centric adventure movies produced by Steven Spielberg's company in the 1980s, such as ET: The Extraterrestrial and The Goonies.
As for whether the show will cross over with the likes of The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, only time will tell.
How many episodes will there be in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew?
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will consist of eight episodes.
Is there a trailer for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew?
Yes! Check out the trailer below:
If you're keen for more, check out this official clip from the series for a taste of what's in store:
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will land on Disney Plus on Tuesday 3rd December.
Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
David Craig is the Senior Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest and greatest scripted drama and comedy across television and streaming. Previously, he worked at Starburst Magazine, presented The Winter King Podcast for ITVX and studied Journalism at the University of Sheffield.
