Star Wars Skeleton Crew - My Honest Review & Breakdown (Big Easter Eggs and Connections Explained)

[@StarWarsMeg]

What did YOU think of the premiere of Skeleton Crew? 👇

[@TheHestbech]

I really liked both episodes 😁

[@bestlexluthor7596]

@@TheHestbechso far so good. It’s a great idea. I’m actually surprised they didn’t try this idea for a theatre release. Kids in space would sell tickets .

[@thestanleys3657]

7-8/10 for both episodes

[@marshalllatta2073]

I love both two episodes

[@Milestones365]

Not my thing so far

[@drewrubtheMando]

SM-33 = Smee, Captain Hook's first mate from Peter Pan.

[@Himmiefan]

That's great!

[@Carrie449-xyz]

You’re right, I couldn’t put my finger in it, thank you!

[@apeman505]

I realized halfway through the second episode and I laughed out loud!

[@teejay1035]

Yes!

[@tyleryoung8803]

Watching this with my kid. We like it.

[@MatCaveGaming]

I really enjoyed these episodes. It's the light-hearted fun that I feel this franchise desperately needs right now. Has a lot more mystery in the story than I was expecting and I love that!

[@vegaskatus]

Honestly, after the Acolyte, I had little hope for this show, but holy 80s batman! I loved every minute of it. If they can keep this up throughout the series, I'll be so happy

[@curtistate8524]

I am glad I decided to give this series a chance. I really liked the first two episodes. It's nice to be excited for the rest of the show.

[@kevthepoet]

You know this was the only review I was actually waiting for 🙏🏾

[@GazingTrandoshan]

Meg the quality control was peak , like pacing,acting,all well within good for starwars and I never felt like lost, its so fun!!!! Plus its reverse treasure planet!!!!! I love the sets/aliens/just its whimsical again, the planet At Attins def has a big mystery with it , fact it might actually be OLD OLD is cool . Bad Batch vibes for me ,just starwars, fun

[@spitflamez]

I remembered certain KZbinrs saying this won’t be good and blah blah and it turns out to be some of the best Star Wars tv thus far.

[@LaurindaBellinger]

It's a great start to a new show. It reminded me of the after-school shows, as well as those 80s movies, we would watch.

[@brianwatt2000]

I hope this makes sense. It was pure 70/80s nostalgia wrapped up in a goofy ball of love to my age group who saw Star Wars in ‘77, well that’s how it feels. Utterly loved every minute so far. This is how you do Star Wars :)

[@inmyzone8891]

Perfectly said

[@JCS_72]

I know it would be fun. I was NOT expecting that opening scene! Great so far. Really exceeded my expectations!

[@dasparado]

simp

[@pcuriel]

The hologram circus from the holiday special was a fun reference

[@HandofOmega]

I wonder if those performers got royalties...😅

[@martixboywill]

Meg I’m so glad I’m hearing positive feedback for this show 😭🙌🏽

[@dasparado]

And this is why we will only ever get trash from Disney Star Wars. Star Wars is dead.

[@martixboywill]

@@dasparado it’s not that serious 😒

[@marshalllatta2073]

I love the aliens in this show Am so happy we got so many definitely species of them and AM so happy we got a lot of the classic one's back 😊

[@nielshenriksen1043]

There was some nice hits to the old movies... special when Wim was riding through the forest = Speederbike on Endor

[@garymorrison277]

I watched it as soon as it dropped 2am GMT. I think it's going to be good. Loved the homage to the robots from the Mash potatoes ( the teacher droids ) adds from the 70's and 80's

[@TrueSighted]

I got more of an "Explorers" vibe at first than goonies. But I get why given the pirate references. but the vibe felt very similar. Should be interesting, if a bit out in left field. Sort of has some treasure planet vibes too, only their trying to find their way back to their treasure world home, rather than seeking a it out for a fortune.

[@peers8551]

This is such a classic pirate story and I absolutely love SM33's classic Devonshire-inspired Pirate accent!

[@djpapag]

1000% agreed, a warm hug indeed!

[@Himmiefan]

I love Skeleton Crew! So cute, so funny. I love how they incorporated what so many fans have done: play lightsabers complete with making the sound. My favorite SW quote is now, "My guts! They're everywhere!"

[@TheAtoz728]

So far it's like Ur 1st breath of fresh air I liked everything about it so far it kept me interested and wanting more

[@alittlewasted3869]

Jibber-jabber perfection. There is none higher.

[@LinehanRyan]

The first episode reminded me of the ET neighborhood vibe.

[@spoonywan]

Absolutely, especially the shot of Fern walking up the slope to her house

[@DDoubleU-z1s]

@@spoonywanI noticed that too. As well as the dropped flashlight shot, the bikes, and of course the woods. Really big ET vibes in the first episode and I swear there’s a musical reference from the Goonies throughout it.

[@robertdouble559]

That's the general idea. Not an exactly subtle one either. So many cheesy and unearned callbacks to far superior media. Cringe city.

[@ml6552]

Agreed. It reminded me of ET.

[@thestorm99]

You are the very first person... and the very first Star Wars content creator... who actually said The Tantive IV's name correctly! "Tan-ti-vee"! The show was a HOMERUN! I loved all the nods to the films that inspired it, without ripping those ideas off. And the hologram from The Holiday Special had me in stitches! Can't wait for more!

[@adrialwrecker]

The first two episodes of Star Wars Skeleton Crew were awesome and I really love watching this new Star Wars series and I am so excited to see other adventures that they will have.

[@jimjohnson4579]

Loved it! Happy to be happy about a Star Wars show again, it’s been a while

[@MxPotato84]

Im enjoying it. Its cute and whimsical. Definitely takes me back to my childhood.

[@thelukeofficial9626]

Honestly this is my 3rd favourite show

[@k2sworld]

I'm currently rewatching Star Wars Rebels and there's an episode in season two (ep5) called, "Brothers of The Broken Horn", that had to be the inspiration for this series, where Ezra "borrows" the Phantom shuttle and ends up on a stolen ship with Hondo Ohnaka, the space pirate from The Clone Wars. Vizago, who is the actual captain of the ship, is locked in the brig and Ezra lets him out and they try and retake the ship from Hondo. I really hope this is a new trend for Disney Star Wars.

[@critterhighland8427]

Good eye Bruv. Totally

[@Feign_Way]

I absolutely loved it. So light hearted and im invested in the kids. I'm totally in

[@hankscorpion9939]

Just watched episode 1. So good! Hadn't been expecting much, but very pleasantly surprised.

[@scottellis2223]

Skeleton crew is so wizard absolutely love it, it's old school star wars ❤❤❤❤

[@maxxandaux]

I was able to view a screening here outside of Houston last night. My expectations were low and I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this show! It was really cute!

[@Riiickyy]

Expectations were low, so I was pleased with how much I enjoyed it! Definitely looking forward to next week!

[@markgelinas8114]

I was hesitant to watch but gave it a try. I'm on board now and ready for the next Episode.

[@michaelpalermo4489]

I've watched the first 2 episodes and I love it, ❤️ we need this kind of show its fun to watch this show takes me back to 1977 when I first watched star wars ❤

[@SamanthaBrianRivera]

I love love loved it! Cannot wait for more episodes! So refreshing

[@themaxreboexperience5221]

Andor had a brothel and now SC has a strip bar.

[@dzikuz991]

There's a slutty Galaxy out there

[@MNToThat]

Book Of Boba had a brothal/stripclub too

[@danielnethanel9667]

If SM - 33 knows about Atollo, which doesn't appear on Imperial maps, only on anctient ones, according to Thrawn, I would say the droid is very old

[@ernstfrutphlinguhr2494]

It does appear on Imperial charts, Kallus deleted it from Thrawn’s map.

[@danielnethanel9667]

@@ernstfrutphlinguhr2494 Thrawn's maps. not Imperial ones. Thrawn said that to Kallus. It was originally found by the rebels due to the help of ancient maps provided by the Lasat people

[@RenegadeNomad]

This is the Star Wars I didn’t know I wanted or needed. I am so here for it. The first scene alone had us on the edge of our seats!

[@terracolunga1923]

Did anyone notice SM33 is Smee, like from Peter Pan?

[@AryaForce]

Yes, I believe Meg mentioned the creators intended that for the character.

[@leehollenbeck]

I found it very Star Wars. It was so emersive, and it weirdly made me feel like I was 9 again, not just watching a kid's show. Surprisingly well done. So beautifully crafted.

[@qabawa]

First Stars Wars live action that I watched with my 10 year old son as it premiered. He’s a fan but some of the material I’ve censored as it is or wasn’t age appropriate at the time of release. Decided to go with it and risk it and I’m glad I did. Seeing him connect with the story and characters was a real joy. Hope they keep it up for the series.

[@dennismcdonald2607]

Dude, I grew up watching Friday the 13th when I was 10 and while it was frightening, I watched it with my mom, and I'm better off having been exposed to it.

[@SirAanonym]

Well. May wonders never cease. This is just like the Life cereal commercial from the 80’s with the kid named Mikey that didn’t like anything. I want to shout out, “She likes it! Hey, Meggy!” 😊

[@GregoryEsquer]

Agree 💯 it's great so far

[@Armadaonion]

Skeleton Crew, so far, knows exactly what it wants to be and is executing exactly correct. Also Smee is voiced by Nick Frost, holy crap!

[@chiprodda2634]

Loved it and I saw New Hope in 78! Ya, I’m that old. The 80’s references were great. Also, loved Rebels!!

[@dawnkladerman598]

Utidiiiiiii 🎉🎉🎉. This is where the fun begins.....

[@BryanOwens]

Yay, I waited for this video before watching others. Awesome as usual.

[@keasbeydave]

I agree with you Meg. I love what I’ve seen so far. This is a wonderful throwback to the old Star Wars feel good days.

[@intothemultiverse1033]

It’s was great. An original story. That’s what Star Wars fans want.

[@fourthhorseman4531]

Loved it! Eagerly anticipating ep. 3.

[@wigglemd]

Thanks Meg! Hello There

[@jmehawk1988]

I got scrambled with all the Easter eggs. I love this show for its lightheartedness and world building.

[@jonstrocity]

10/10. Different from Andor but just as good. As someone old enough to have watched every Star Wars movie (and Goonies) in the theater, THIS is Star Wars. And as you said, it’s the PERFECT love letter to the 80s. So thankful!!!

[@TALON1138]

Skeleton Crew's fan service and Easter Egg deep cuts are next level. Did you notice the ship on the approach to the Pirate asteroid port that looked a little like a Corellian Gunship, or perhaps the early Han Solo's Pirate ship design that ended up being reworked into what would become the Tantive IV? Well it turns out it is neither of these, but specifically a fan mashup design by ILMer Bill George. Knowing of the shared history between the Eagle Transporter from Space 1999 and the early Millennium Falcon designs, Bill George created this excellent mashup of the two iconic designs purely as a fan project, and here it is catapulted into the official canon by Skeleton Crew. A serious deep cut. Bravo. 👏

[@angelasaunders3558]

This series is off to a great start. All the hints that everything is not what it seems has really sparked my interest ( I love mysteries). Looking forward to episode 3.

[@CullenRick]

A fantastic couple of episodes. I'm hooked. This shows the difference between a show that pushes an agenda, produced by people wanting to push an agenda, and a show that tells a story, produced by people who love a franchise and genre. Hopefully, this will be a learning experience for Disney SW.

[@mariopiper9256]

I absolutely loved these two episode. Quite a refreshment after The Acolyte. Eager for Ep3!

[@RG2088]

Loved it. I love the sense of wonder it has, and I totally had forgotten how much I love pirates, especially in a fantasy setting. Can't wait to see more.

[@stevencuffee8115]

I am loving this show so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mcleigh66]

O DUDE, I was roaring with laughter when we saw those acrobats again. I enjoyed the heck out of this. I look forward to Wim's "coming of age" arc, as he has a long way to grow, and it looks like this team will be able to pull it off. I loved how the opening conjured (but didn't wink hugely at) the opening of Episode IV; I loved seeing species we haven't seen in a while; I loved Nick Frost; I loved how Spielbergian the cinematography was when the kids were breaking in to the ship. I love when Easter Eggs are subtle and not hammered. It's a ton of fun, so far. And I look forward to continuing my favorite drinking game, "Coming Soon to Black Spire Outpost!" ;)

[@RaveyTeamLarge]

Star Wars has already been for kids, young and old. I loved it. Proper Star Wars, harmless fun.

[@michielwouda]

I never thought i would ever describe a StarWars project as cute, but here it is… its SO cute

[@ianhenry1031]

Hi Meg, awesome breakdown, I thought it was great it was that kids are being mischievous, and disobeying orders that is human, not like the Jedi, this show was fun, and childlike I am 60+ and I thoroughly enjoyed it , love the easter eggs, and your flashbacks, icannot wait till next Tuesday for the next episode, thank you SWM

[@8009luke]

Lightyears away from the acolyte..... thank the maker.

[@michaelstackpole2021]

I’m impressed and enjoying what we’ve seen so far. I can’t wait to see how the rest of the series rolls out.

[@behappy-d2z]

So fun go back not only being a kid enjoy Star Wars for the first time. Here we got to enjoy the young ones going for an adventure in the Galaxy we once loved. ❤😊 Loved it!

[@isaackim7675]

The introduction to the first episode did gave me the whole Treasure Island vibes

[@marlinsjh1]

Brilliant first couple of episodes, just what was needed in the franchise. Hope it stays that way!

[@anthonydaria1976]

The actress who plays Fern(Ryan Kiera Armstrong) is almost a doppelganger for Vada(Anna Chlumsky) who was in My Girl an early 90's movie.

[@rpjenkins9]

Really enjoy that most of the mysteries to be solved are declared upfront. It’s not deceptive for the sake of being deceptive like acolyte. No flashbacks as plot armor to support and makes sense of some big reveal. Hoping the ship has a path engine. What if mining story was true and the reason for the barrier? What could they be mining? Cortosis? Kyber? Beskar? I’d wager there is an actual Jedi temple on the planet (episode 7). What cameos would you like to see? Zeb? Ezra? Carson teva? Mon? Feel like most of the trailers has been shown or what’s left is innocuous. It’s nice to be able to speculate isn’t of already knowing how it will end.

[@kajmak64bit76]

Zeb would be cool to see

[@isaacrebellion9893]

I think Omega will show up.

[@ChonkyMIG-15]

I hate a lot of the cringy childish moments, but that being said I REALLY enjoyed this and was pleasantly surprised

[@ImperialActivity9487]

the First easter egg that hit me in the face was ... Bonjj Phalfa ! the cocky kid that pulls up infront of Fern's open garage ... Bob Falfa ! American Graffitti anyone !? played by Harrison Ford !

[@renegademaster2261]

Great catch on the reference 😊

[@Robert_Shmigelsky]

I enjoyed it! So, far my only speculation is the planet the kids come from is not some Imperial remnant in hiding, like the leaks said, but somehow a remnant of the Old Republic.

[@thestanleys3657]

SM-33 joining the long line of awesome droids (hopefully just tasered and is recovered/retrieved)

[@BluhmGardens]

Did you catch that SM-33 is Smee the Pirate from Peter Pan?

[@thestanleys3657]

@BluhmGardens I hadn't but now you mention it I can see it. Good call 😁👍

[@stgonechild]

Ion rifle

[@dianesinger9729]

Enjoyed the first two episodes, especially when the kids run into the pirates. I loved all the pirates from the Mandolarian season 3. Also love the moment when the kids are called to the principals office.

[@maiaspen307]

I absolutely loved it! It gave me vibes from one of my favorite old Jedi apprentice books by Jude Watson.❤❤❤❤❤

[@kronos327-1]

I'm impressed with the fighting choreography, special effects and character effects. I wonder if At Attin and an underground Jedi temple could lead to an alternate path for a Jedi revival without Rey.

[@moboloe]

I really liked it even though it is a childrensstory. Looking forward to see where the story goes.

[@bcmcnally01]

I LOVED IT! I am so excited for new ideas - fresh and new ways in a great fun.

[@genreartwithjb5095]

What I did like was a sort of in universe explanation of why the planet feels so aesthetically and tonally different from other Star Wars planets - the fact that it’s been cut off from the galaxy. At first I was like - oh they took 2002 Earth and gave it a Star Wars paint job. But it does make a lot more sense when we get off planet and we are back in the wider galaxy

[@brigitter1469]

I really love the show. It's got the 80s Star Wars feel... It's good and innocent feeling.

[@mattyboyb523]

This show is freakin awesome, so far!!! I’m loving it!! This is Goonies in space!! Unbelievable!! I’m hooked

[@wilhud]

I feel like it's a good show mainly because it does exactly what it had set out to do. Creating an Amblin like Star Wars kid friendly show that has enough nostalgia and story to also keep the older generations interested.

[@chromacypher8409]

This was needed. I wasn't hopeful, but it has a lot of homage to a time nearer to the time Star Wars was created. I was worried when they said it was Goonies in space, but it has that feel, while being Star Wars.

[@papadubbsthebarber1137]

I loved it, its such a needed sense of fresh air to the franchise.

[@ulfeliasson5413]

She was in ROME. Best show ever

[@Himmiefan]

Yes! Best show. I really want James Purefoy to take over Ray Stevenson's role in Ahsoka. Two Rome alums.

[@Bareego]

I really loved the soundtrack and especially the end credit music

[@patriciafenwick5846]

I really liked it. Fun and light. A breath of fresh air. Star Wars was meant for 12 year olds, but I saw the very first one when I was an adult, and it was great to go back to a cute, amusing Star Wars story like days gone by. 😊

[@tomradcliff6859]

A fun watch. I have already given it a rewatch...something I've not felt the desire to do since we had Anakin return in that episode of Ahsoka.

[@jacqui21266]

I’m cautiously optimistic. It was good so far. I’m hoping it grows into itself and fleshes out the characters well and we get a good story.

[@bigredxennial]

Goonies meets Pirates of the Caribbean! I liked it!

[@DARTHKNOWS76]

I liked it. It was enjoyable my 12-year-old son that is a Star Wars fan since he was little little and my wife really liked it we all watch it together. No expectations treating it like a pallet cleanser.

[@citystar2318]

Thank goodness for this channel

[@charlesnelis3238]

A great little series - looking forward to next week's episode.

[@peterkarargiris4110]

My in-depth analysis of Skeleton Crew Ep 1-2 : Cute ! I like it.

[@rbrtkirwood]

So far I’m loving it!! I look forward to ep 3 !!

[@EwokFuica]

Has a long time Star Wars fan and a person that did not like the sequel treatment of the newer Star Wars and also Acolyte I liked Skeleton Crew, as you said it's a nice call back to the '80s movies, Goonies meets Star Wars.

[@drumpys]

This show brought the fun back in Star Wars. Absolutely loved the first 2 episodes and can't wait for more. Seems like this show has a clear plot which what I feel was lacking from Mando after season 2. I love a story that continues to build on what it starts.