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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Debuts First Trailer, Teases a Coming-of-Age Adventure

Disney unveiled the first Star Wars: Skeleton Crew trailer, confirming the new addition to the sci-fi franchise is in fact a coming-of-age story. The trailer targets younger Star Wars fans and although Jude Law puts in a brief appearance, its main focus is on introducing the kids at the heart of the series.

In addition to two-time Oscar nominee Jude Law, the series stars Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, and Kyriana Kratter. Robert Timothy Smith, Tunde Adebimpe, Kerry Condon, and Nick Frost also star.

KB (Kyriana Kratter) and Fern (Ryan Kiera Armstrong) in Lucasfilm’s ‘SKELETON CREW’ – © 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd

Skeleton Crew follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy, crossing paths with the likes of Jod Na Nawood, the mysterious character played by Law,” reads Disney+’s synopsis. “Finding their way home—and meeting unlikely allies and enemies—will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined.”

Jon Watts, David Lowery, the Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Lee Isaac Chung direct episodes. Executive producers include Christopher Ford, Jon Watts, Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Kathleen Kennedy, and Colin Wilson.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew premieres on Disney+ on December 3, 2024 with the release of the first two episodes.

Jod Na Nawood (Jude Law) is closely examined by security droid eyestalks while his young partners stand back (Photo © 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd)
KB (Kyriana Kratter), Neel (Robert Timothy Smith), SM-33 (voiced by Nick Frost), Fern (Ryan Kiera Armstrong), and Wim (Ravi Cabot-Conyers) – Photo © 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd)
Droid teacher and Fara (Kerry Condon) in Lucasfilm’s ‘SKELETON CREW – Photo © 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd)

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Rebecca Murray: Journalist covering the entertainment industry for 23+ years, including 13 years as the first writer for About.com's Hollywood Movies site. Member of the Critics Choice Association (Film & TV Branches), Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Past President of the San Diego Film Critics Society.
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