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Essential Star Wars Tales For ‘Skeleton Crew’ Fans

Adrian RuizBy Adrian Ruiz01/17/20256 Mins ReadUpdated:01/17/2025
Star Wars Tales For Skeleton Crew Fans
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Skeleton Crew Season 1 showed us a side of Star Wars we rarely see—one that focuses on personal struggles, found families, and the moral complexities of life on the galaxy’s fringes. It wasn’t about Jedi versus Sith or massive battles; instead, it carved out a more minor, intimate corner of the Star Wars universe, filled with pirates, children rising to challenges, and the shadow of larger institutions like the Republic.

If Skeleton Crew left you craving more boundary-pushing Star Wars stories, these adventures will take you deeper into the galaxy’s most exciting tales. Whether through video games, comics, novels, or animated series, countless tales embrace similar themes of resilience, camaraderie, and survival in a chaotic galaxy. These adventures offer something for every kind of fan, from pirate adventures to High Republic lore to stories about the next generation of heroes.

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Star Wars Outlaws

Star Wars Outlaws

Pirate vibes, no Jedi or Sith, just you and your crew navigating the galaxy’s chaos.

This open-world video game centers on Kay Vess (Humberly González), an outsider trying to carve out a life in a galaxy where neither the Republic nor the Empire can be trusted to save you. Like Skeleton Crew, it focuses on resourcefulness and camaraderie in a lawless galaxy. If you loved the pirate adventures and morally ambiguous characters of Skeleton Crew, Outlaws promises a similar tone with high-stakes heists and found family dynamics.

Play now on Playstation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Jedi: Survivor

Jedi: Survivor

Cal Kestis proves you can experience loss and remain on the light side.

Beyond its ties to the High Republic through hidden lore and ancient technology, Jedi: Survivor delves into themes of survival, resilience, and staying true to your principles in a galaxy that’s anything but forgiving. It’s a compelling counterpoint to Jod’s descent into darkness in Skeleton Crew.

Play now on Playstation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Star Wars Rebels

Star Wars Rebels

The purest form of Star Wars in an animated format.

Rebels combines everything that makes Star Wars great: found family, rebellion against oppression, Jedi/Sith conflicts, and heartfelt character arcs. The show offers a perfect mix of adventure, emotion, and Star Wars lore. Rebels is an ideal next step for fans who want a more heartfelt look at how small groups can shape the galaxy.

Watch on Disney+

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Star Wars: The High Republic

The perfect introduction to the High Republic era.

If you’re curious about the golden age of the Jedi, this comic series by Cavan Scott and Ario Anintido is an excellent gateway. It highlights the stark differences between the Jedi of the High Republic and the prequel era, showcasing a time when the Great Works truly lived up to their name—until the Nihil, a group of terrifying space pirates, arrived to disrupt the peace.

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Tempest Runner/Tempest Breaker 

Tempest Runner/Tempest Breaker

Pirates and moral complexity in a new format.

Cavan Scott’s audio drama is a riveting dive into the life of Lourna Dee, one of the most complex villains in Star Wars. Featuring a full cast and incredible sound design, this story immerses you in the morally gray decisions of the galaxy’s pirates. It shows the human (and alien) sides of characters often dismissed as evil.

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Young Jedi Adventures

Young Jedi Adventures

Kid-friendly but full of heart.

Young Jedi Adventures is perfect if you want something lighter yet still tied to the High Republic. It’s Star Wars at its most wholesome, teaching important lessons about friendship and bravery in bite-sized episodes. It’s also a great way to introduce younger fans to the franchise.

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Tales from Wild Space

Tales from Wild Space

Imagine Wim’s tales retold through the lens of kids on the galaxy’s fringes.

With Emil Graf at the helm, this comic series spins galaxy-spanning tales, weaving lessons and laughs into stories featuring familiar faces from every Star Wars era. Crafted as the backup feature in Star Wars Adventures (2017), Tales from Wild Space is a delightful addition for fans of Skeleton Crew, who loved the mix of whimsy, danger, and heartfelt lessons.

Read wherever books and comics are sold.

Star Wars: Halcyon Legacy

Star Wars: Halcyon Legacy

Pirate fun with a Skeleton Crew Easter egg.

This canon comic ties into the Galactic Starcruiser and features Crimson Jack—one of Jod’s aliases. While the connection is likely just an Easter egg, the pirate-centric storylines in Halcyon Legacy are a delightful nod to the swashbuckling spirit of the series.

Read wherever books and comics are sold.

The High Republic: A Test of Courage

The High Republic: A Test of Courage

Kids saving the day in the High Republic era.

Justina Ireland’s middle-grade novel follows Vernestra Rwoh and a group of young survivors who must band together after a catastrophic attack. It shares Skeleton Crew’s themes of capable kids rising to the challenge, showing how resilience and hope can thrive even in the darkest moments.

Buy wherever books are sold.

Star Wars Resistance

Star Wars Resistance

Pirates, camaraderie, and life on the fringes.

A thrilling look at life during the Sequel Trilogy, Resistance offers the best Poe Dameron characterization outside the comics and even features pirates! Its unique perspective on the galaxy’s fringes and its focus on camaraderie and resilience make it an underrated must-watch for Skeleton Crew fans.

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The Acolyte

The Acolyte

One of Star Wars’ boldest stories in a decade.

This Disney+ series promises to explore the darker side of the Force during the waning days of the High Republic. With a fresh focus on mystery, intrigue, and morally complex characters, The Acolyte is a perfect follow-up for fans of Skeleton Crew looking to dive into uncharted Star Wars territory. Renew The Acotlye!

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Skeleton Crew Season 1 showed how Star Wars thrives when it explores fresh perspectives—pirates, resourceful kids, and the galaxy’s moral gray areas. These stories build on that spirit, offering new adventures, intriguing characters, and unexpected corners of the universe to discover.

From the pirate-filled chaos of Star Wars Outlaws to the heartfelt resilience in A Test of Courage, these tales prove the galaxy’s limitless potential. So grab a lightsaber or join a crew—Star Wars always has more to explore.

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I am just a guy who spends way to much time playing videos games, enjoys popcorn movies more than he should, owns too much nerdy memorabilia and has lots of opinions about all things pop culture. People often underestimate the effects a movie, an actor, or even a video game can have on someone. I wouldn’t be where I am today without pop culture.

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