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‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’: The 1980s Nostalgia Empire Strikes Back

Rolling Stone
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1980s
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Story by Alan Sepinwall
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In a nostalgic dive into the '80s, 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' follows a young hero's quest for adventure, blending classic franchise elements with a coming-of-age tale.
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  • The series features Wim, a young protagonist played by Ravi Cabot-Conyers, who yearns for excitement beyond his suburban '80s lifestyle, mirroring Luke Skywalker's early journey.
  • The show's production design pays homage to the original Star Wars trilogy, with Wim's bedroom and action figure-inspired toys evoking the beloved aesthetic of the era.
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Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Robert Timothy Smith, Disney+, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
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