A new detail fromStar Wars’next TV show,Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, hints that its adventures could take them to a key planet fromReturn of the Jedi. Though much ofSkeleton Crew’s storyis still mysterious, various hints from both theSkeleton Crewtrailerand from the words of its creators have pointed towards the TV show acting as the ultimate coming-of-ageStar Warsstory, particularly evoking those of the 1980s. Described as an Amblin Entertainment kind of story,Skeleton Crew’s characterswill be struggling to survive alone while lost within a dangerous galaxy.
Naturally, this callback to the 1980s brings theStar Warsoriginal trilogy to mind, given the fact that two of its three movies were released in the 1980s. Seeing asSkeleton Crew’s timelineis set withinThe Mandalorianera, which is at least five years after the events ofReturn of the Jedi, there are even more dots that are connected between the TV show and these movies. Now, a brand-new connection hints thatSkeleton Crewcould be taking things further by bringing audiences back to a familiar planet: the forest moon of Endor.
The Teek Will Be Featured In Skeleton Crew
This Species Is Native To The Forest Moon Of Endor
David Lowery, one ofSkeleton Crew’s directors, revealed toEmpirethat the Teek species, first seen in the 1985 TV movieThe Battle for Endor, will be making a return toStar Warsin his episode. The Teek are a species that’s native to the forest moon of Endor, and they’re known for their unique super-speed ability. This reveal is thrilling not only because it’s bringing back elements from Wicket’s spin-off movies, but also because it’s teasing a potential return to the forest moon of Endor itself, all while progressively making moreStar WarsLegendselements canon again.
The Forest Moon Of Endor Is A Perfect Planet To Return To
It’s Familiar, But Not Overdone
The forest moon of Endor is one of the most well-knownStar Warsplanets, but despite that, it hasn’t been returned to in live-actionStar Wars- at least, not in recent years. The original trilogy planet most often visited is Tatooine, which was the home of bothThe Book of Boba FettandObi-Wan Kenobi’s main stories.The forest moon of Endor is a perfect option to bring back an appropriate sense of original trilogy nostalgia in a fresh way, allowing viewers to revisit this iconic planet if only for a short while.
Every Star Wars Character Who Could Cameo In Its Next TV Show
Star Wars' next TV show is set during the New Republic Era, meaning many fan-favorite Star Wars characters could make an appearance in the show.
Returning to the forest moon of Endor would also makeSkeleton Creweven more of an ode to the Ewok stories of old. They have certainly been lost to the high tide ofStar Warsstories over the years, especially whenStar WarsLegends was separated from what is now the officialStar Warscanon. Seeing asSkeleton Crewis seeking to elevate its connections to the 1980s, including the forest moon of Endor fromReturn of the Jediis both an exciting and a smart option.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crewpremieres its first two episodes December 3 on Disney+.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Cast
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.
