Disney+ has shifted the premiere of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew to a prime-time slot on 2 December, bringing the release forward by a day. Fans will be delighted to learn that the first two episodes of the series will be available from 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET on the new date.
Originally slated for a 3 December release with episodes dropping at midnight, the adjustment to an earlier and more viewer-friendly hour marks an exciting development for Star Wars enthusiasts. This strategic move not only caters to prime-time audiences but also kicks off Star Wars: Skeleton Crew with a two-episode premiere, setting the stage for a weekly release thereafter.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, which spans eight episodes, will continue to roll out new episodes every Tuesday, deviating from the initial Monday premiere. The schedule is as follows:
- Episodes 1 & 2: Monday, December 2 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 3: Tuesday, December 10 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 4: Tuesday, December 17 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 5: Tuesday, December 24 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 6: Tuesday, December 31 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 7: Tuesday, January 7 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- Episode 8: Tuesday, January 14 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew stars Jude Law, alongside a talented ensemble cast including Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, and Kerry Condon. Set in the same timeline as The Mandalorian and after the events of Return of the Jedi, the show introduces new adventures reminiscent of The Goonies, with Law’s character, Jod Na Nawood, navigating the universe as a Force user.
The series marks a new chapter in Disney+’s approach to Star Wars content, reflecting on both past successes and the challenges faced by other series such as The Acolyte, which was canceled after its first season. This strategic premiere timing could be a game-changer in how audiences engage with the series.
In addition to Skeleton Crew, Disney+ has a packed Star Wars schedule ahead. Andor Season 2 is set for release on 22 April 2025, and Ahsoka Season 2 is on the horizon, with The Mandalorian & Grogu movie directed by Jon Favreau slated for 2026. Disney has also announced a new Star Wars trilogy directed by Simon Kinberg, promising fresh narratives outside the Skywalker saga.
Fans can catch the two-episode premiere of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew on 2 December, with new episodes airing on Tuesday nights throughout the winter, making for a thrilling addition to Disney+’s holiday programming.
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