Warning! This review contains spoilers for Skeleton Crew episode 3.
Skeleton Crewepisode 3 may not reach the heights of its two-episode premiere, but some deep-cutStar Warsreveals and the show’s likable qualities elevate a slightly less-consequential story. As evident in mySkeleton Crewepisodes 1 and 2 review, I really enjoyed the beginning of the show and felt it returnedStar Warsto the childlike wonderGeorge Lucas envisioned. Aside from some pacing issues in episode 2, I was overjoyed with the strong heart,Skeleton Crew’s charming young cast, and the somewhat mystery at the show’s center.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
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Skeleton Crew follows four ordinary children who become lost in the expansive Star Wars galaxy. As they navigate unfamiliar worlds and the challenges they present, the group endeavors to find their way back to their home planet, undertaking a journey across the iconic Star Wars universe.
This mystery involvedSkeleton Crew’s At Attin, the so-called planet of lost treasure that Wim, Neel, KB, and Fern are looking to return to.Skeleton Crewepisode 3 continues this journey, only now with the addition ofJude Law’s Jedi-turned-pirate-captain. With the majority of the plot setup out of the way,Skeleton Crewepisode 3 hurtles into its next stage. Overall, episode 3’s story is slightly less focused than its predecessors, but with a quicker pace, strong action scenes, the same sense of wonder, great chemistry between its cast, and some deep-cutStar Warsreveals.
Jude Law Is A Great Addition To Skeleton Crew With Some Deep-Cut Connections
The Chemistry Shines Between Law & His Young Co-stars
Skeleton Crewepisode 2’s endingsaw Jude Law introduced to the show as a Jedi, or so the kids of the Onyx Cinder think. The episode plays with the idea of Law’s character, Jod Na Nawood, being Force-sensitive in a fun way, with the show respecting our intelligence by not drawing out reveals for too long. Beyond that, it is in Law’s scoundrel-like performance and how that bounces off the range of personalities embodied by Wim, Neel, KB, and Fern thatSkeleton Crewepisode 3 shines.
Wim and Neel’s wide-eyed, awe-inspired reaction to Law’s “Jedi” maintains that endearing charm that was so well captured in the premiere, while Fern and KB’s distrust and some rivalry with Jod add a dose of humorous tension. For those watchingSkeleton Crewfor the continued great performances and chemistry of its main cast, episode 3 delivers. For those watching the show for deep-cutStar Warsreferences, the episode has one — Law’s character’s real identity is the Legends pirate Crimson Jack.
Skeleton Crew Episode 3 Has Strong Action & A Quicker Pace
I enjoyed the lack of outright action inSkeleton Crew’s two-episode premiere, with the show proving to be enjoyable without conventionally exciting moments. However, I can’t deny episode 3’s familiarStar Warsbeats were enjoyable. The chase scene out ofSkeleton Crew’s Port Borgois great fun, as is the escape from the New Republic X-Wings at the tail end of the installment. These scenes bookend the episode nicely, giving it a more well-rounded pace than its two predecessors.
Skeleton Crew Episode 3’s Story Adds To The At Attin Mystery, But Not Quite On The Same Level
At Attin’s Nature Continues To Raise Questions
The story elements are contained to the middle portion of the episode, with the opening and closing sequences focusing on action. This story is intriguing, but somewhat less consequential given that it is more of a pitstop to bridgeSkeleton Crew’s premiere with the season’s latter half. After escaping Port Borgo, Jod Na Nawood has an old colleague he believes can find At Attin, though one with a tendency to backstab her pirate brethren to the New Republic. Just as they did in the first two episodes,Skeleton Crew’s practical effects continue to shine.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Review - Star Wars Gets Back To Its Child-Friendly Roots To Become The Version George Lucas Envisioned
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew delves into the galaxy’s pirates, providing an endearing cast, a heartwarming story, and an ample amount of mystery.
The effects used to bring Jod’s ally, Kh’ymm, to life as a newStar Warsowl creature are stunning, making it feel as tangible as she does otherworldly. Beyond that, this pitstop has little in the way of massive story reveals. Some mentions of the Old Republic are brought up once more to further At Attin’s mystery and a star map is concocted to help the kids return home. Aside from these elements, the episode sometimes feels like it is spinning its wheels, but Law’s character, the cast’s chemistry, and enjoyable action scenes elevate it to be another winning installment.
