The first two episodes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew have been screened within the UK this weekend, and meaning we’ve the primary reactions from followers, influencers, and at the very least a few critics.
They’re as overwhelmingly constructive as you’d anticipate from this kind of screening; nonetheless, we might be remiss to not level out that critics despatched screeners of the primary three episodes should not allowed to share evaluations and reactions till 9pm ET/6pm PT…which is when the primary two instalments hit Disney+.
That means critics from the likes of The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Rolling Stone, and different revered shops will not be capable to share their verdicts on social media or in evaluations till individuals are already watching the present.
The buzz surrounding Skeleton Crew is comparatively minimal, one thing that doubtless wasn’t helped by the combined response to The Acolyte earlier this 12 months. Then, there’s the truth that, regardless of this present happening across the identical time as The Mandalorian, it seems to be a standalone journey with few ties to what’s occurring within the wider Star Wars Galaxy.
Still, judging by these early reactions alone, it sounds just like the enjoyable, 80s/Amblin-inspired romp that we anticipated when it was first introduced. Whether followers need “Star Wars x Stranger Things” stays to be seen, although it sounds just like the sequence is aimed toward a a lot youthful viewers.
You can check out the primary wave of Skeleton Crew reactions within the X posts under (through SFFGazette.com).
Jon Watts’ #SkeletonCrew is a blast. The sequence effortlessly captures the spirit of The Goonies to ship a enjoyable, kid-centric #StarWars journey. It’s an lively, enjoyable story that expands the sandbox with its light-hearted tone.
Great rating. Great performances. Solid begin. pic.twitter.com/pSNIFFfwv0
— Phil Roberts (@philthecool) December 1, 2024
The first two episodes of #SkeletonCrew are numerous enjoyable. This sequence brings a refreshing perspective by increasing the Star Wars universe in thrilling new methods. It’s a love letter to youngsters’s journey movies from the ’80s. pic.twitter.com/6nK4Yg1TL0
— Thomas Storaï (@ThomasStorai) December 1, 2024
Couldn’t be happier with what I’ve seen of @StarWars #SkeletonCrew to date. Energetic, snappy, heat, genuinely humorous, pacey, partaking…I REALLY loved it. GFFA followers will shortly embrace it and it is an ideal leaping on level for brand spanking new followers, so win/win. pic.twitter.com/sPRAXrrQaC
— Mark Newbold (@Prefect_Timing) December 1, 2024
The first two episodes of #SkeletonCrew are a lot enjoyable! Think 80’s Amblin journey vibes with a sprinkle of early Mando. The first episode admittedly takes some time to kick into gear although. I might genuinely do something for Neel – what an absolute cutie! 💫 pic.twitter.com/iUt70Ctc2f
— Nicola Austin (@nicola_aus) December 1, 2024
The first two episodes of #SkeletonCrew recapture the magic of 80’s Amblin films. It’s the franchise at its most family-friendly, embracing its silliness alongside a wondrous sense of journey. An excellent #StarWars introduction for any younglings within the viewers. pic.twitter.com/kbMUi68Umw
— Neil Vagg (@neilvagg) December 1, 2024
We can tweet about #SkeletonCrew? Nice to have a way of marvel within the STAR WARS universe. Having youngsters be the middle if this helps enormously. pic.twitter.com/gYEbBmTpC3
— Brandon Norwood (@bjntweets) December 1, 2024
I noticed the primary two episodes of #StarWars #SkeletonCrew early due to @DisneyPlusUK and it didn’t disappoint!
A shocking opening, a beautiful solid, and an intriguing hook for the remainder of the sequence.
Can’t await extra!
Will be protecting absolutely for @SciFiction! pic.twitter.com/TrLFWXykFe
— Kieran (@KieranDavidBurt) December 1, 2024
OK thought #SkeletonCrew was fairly strong. Great rating and looking out ahead to seeing extra of Jude Law. Likeable ensemble and a refreshing household pleasant sequence which actually fits the discharge window. Review to observe for @flickeringmyth. @DisneyPlusUK @StarWarsUK https://t.co/TXREDoTWjq
— Chris Connor (@chrisconnor96) December 1, 2024
Couldn’t be happier with what I’ve seen of @StarWars #SkeletonCrew to date. Energetic, snappy, heat, genuinely humorous, pacey, partaking…I REALLY loved it. GFFA followers will shortly embrace it and it is an ideal leaping on level for brand spanking new followers, so win/win. pic.twitter.com/sPRAXrrQaC
— Mark Newbold (@Prefect_Timing) December 1, 2024
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew follows the journey of 4 youngsters who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly protected residence planet, then get misplaced in a wierd and harmful galaxy. Finding their means residence – and assembly unlikely allies and enemies – might be a higher journey than they ever imagined.
The sequence stars Jude Law, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kyriana Kratter, Robert Timothy Smith, Tunde Adebimpe, Kerry Condon and Nick Frost. Episodes are directed by Jon Watts, David Lowery, the Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert) Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard and Lee Isaac Chung.
Jon Watts and Christopher Ford are the pinnacle writers and likewise function government producers together with Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson. Chris Buongiorno, Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck are the co-executive producers, and Susan McNamara and John Bartnicki are the producers.
The first two episodes of Skeleton Crew will premiere on Monday, December 2 on Disney+.
