Shocking Star Wars Deep Cuts Elevate Less Focused Installment

Notice! This review contains spoilers for Skeleton Crew episode 3.

Skeleton Crew episode 3 may not reach the heights of its two-episode debut, but some deep cuts Star Wars reveals, and the show's likeable qualities elevate a somewhat less consequential story. As is evident in my Skeleton Crew review of episodes 1 and 2, I really liked the beginning of the series and felt like it came back Star Wars to the childlike wonder that George Lucas imagined. Aside from some pacing issues in episode 2, I was really happy with the strong heart, Skeleton Crewthe charming young cast and the mystery at the center of the show.

Set in the Star Wars universe, Skeleton Crew follows four young adventurers as they become lost in the galaxy while searching for their home planet. The series chronicles her exploration and encounters with diverse worlds and characters, presenting themes of friendship, discovery and the search for belonging.

Character(s): Jod Na Nawood, Wim, Fern, KB, Neel, Wendle, Fara, SM-33
Seasons: 1
Presenter: Jon Watts, Christopher Ford

This mystery involved Skeleton CrewIt's on Attin, the so-called lost treasure planet that Wim, Neel, KB and Fern want to return to. Skeleton Crew Episode 3 continues this journey, only now with the addition of Jude Law's Jedi-turned-pirate captain. With most of the plot setup out of the way, Skeleton Crew episode 3 moves into its next phase. Overall, episode 3's story is a little less focused than its predecessors, but with a faster pace, strong action scenes, the same sense of wonder, great chemistry between the cast, and some deep scenes. Star Wars reveals.

Jude Law is a great addition to the Skeleton crew with some deep connections

Chemistry shines between Law and his young co-stars

Skeleton Crew The end of episode 2 saw Jude Law introduced to the show as a Jedi, or so Onyx Cinder's children think. The episode plays with the idea of Law's character, Jod Na Nawood, being Force-sensitive in a fun way, with the series respecting our intelligence by not dragging out revelations for too long. Furthermore, it is in Law's scoundrel performance and how it reflects on the range of personalities embodied by Wim, Neel, KB and Fern that Skeleton Crew episode 3 shines.

Wim and Neel’s wide-eyed, inspired reaction to Law’s “Jedi” maintains that endearing charm that was so well captured in the premierewhile Fern and KB's distrust and some rivalry with Jod add a dose of humorous tension. For anyone watching Skeleton Crew for the great performances and continued chemistry of its main cast, episode 3 delivers. For those who watch the program in depth Star Wars references, the episode has one – Law's character's true identity is the Legends pirate Crimson Jack.

Skeleton Crew Episode 3 has strong action and faster pace

Alien Pirates surrounding children in Skeleton Crew

I liked the lack of direct action in Skeleton CrewA two-episode premiere, with the show proving to be entertaining without conventionally moving moments. However, I can't deny that episode 3 is familiar Star Wars the beats were pleasant. The chase scene Skeleton CrewPort Borgo's is a lot of fun, as is the X-Wings' escape from the New Republic at the end of the issue. These scenes wrap up the episode well, giving it a fuller pace than its two predecessors.

Skeleton Crew episode 3's story adds to the mystery of Attin, but not quite on the same level

Attin's Nature continues to raise questions

Fern from the Skeleton Crew in the foreground in front of an image of Port Borgo in Star Wars Skeleton Crew in shades of blue and red — Custom image by Yailin Chacon

The story elements are contained in the middle part of the episode, with the opening and closing sequences focusing on the action. This story is intriguing, but a little less important, as it is just another stop to bridge the gap Skeleton Crewpremieres with the second half of the season. After escaping from Port Borgo, Jod Na Nawood has an old colleague who he believes he can find on Attin, although he has a tendency to backstab his pirate brothers all the way to the New Republic. Just like they did in the first two episodes Skeleton CrewThe practical effects continue to shine.

The effects used to bring Jod's ally Kh'ymm to life as a new Star Wars The owl creature is stunning, making it feel as tangible as it is otherworldly. Additionally, this pitstop has few massive story reveals. Some mentions of the Old Republic are brought up once again to deepen the mystery of Attin and a star map is drawn up to help the children return home. Aside from these elements, the episode sometimes feels like it's spinning its wheels, but Law's character, the cast's chemistry, and the fun action scenes elevate it to be another winning episode.

Skeleton Crew episode 3 is now streaming on Disney+.

Pros

Jude Law's character is a great addition, providing several revelations and mysteries about his identity and some deep Star Wars revelations.
The cast of Skeleton Crew continues to shine, with the young actors reflecting Law's character effortlessly.
Strong action scenes give Skeleton Crew episode 3 a more focused and balanced pace

Cons

The Skeleton Crew's story doesn't advance much in episode 3