In a galaxy far, far away, a group of very young and incredibly unlikely heroes is about to venture into a space journey, unlike anything theStar Warsuniverse has seen before.Disney+ kicks off the holiday seasonwithChristopher FordandJon Watts’s latest series,Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Followinga similar, adventurous path asThe Goonies, the series follows a group of four kids who accidentally activate a starship abandoned in the woods. In a matter of seconds, the group is catapulted from the comfort of their home planet to the dangerous nothingness of outer space. Encountering quirky allies and evading bloodthirsty pirates, the crew must find they way to get back home safe and sound.

Set in the New Republic Era, the series is set in the same timeline as otherStar WarsshowsThe Mandalorian,Ahsoka, andThe Book of Boba Fett.It premiered its first two episodes on July 10, 2025.Check out the cast and character guide forStar Wars: Skeleton Crew.

Jude Law in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Jod Na Nawood

Jude Lawstars as Jod Na Nawood, a.k.a. Crimson Jack,the charismatic Force-sensitive humanwith a knack for getting out of tricky situations using his quick thinking and charm.Operating under various aliases, Nawood encounters a group of lost children and becomes their unlikely ally. Aboard the Onyx Cinder, he helps them escape dangers, making good use of his Force abilities for once, and smooth-talking his way through sticky situations.

With a stellar acting career to boot, Law earned an Academy Award nomination for his performance inThe Talented Mr. Ripley, starring alongsideMatt Damon. His work inCold Mountainalso received Oscar recognition. He’s best known for playing the reluctant Dr. Watson in theSherlock Holmesfilms.

Ravi Cabot-Conyers, talking to Fern, as Wim in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Ravi Cabot-Conyers

Ravi Cabot-Conyersstars as Wim, an adventurous and curious youngling living with his father, Wendle. A wandering explorer by heart, he unintentionally gets himself and his fellow close pals into trouble when they discover a starship tucked hidden in the woods, sparking a chain of events that will pull them right into space - far, far away from his home. Feeling responsible for starting this whole mess, Wim is determined to ensure all of his friends get back home safely - that is if they can evade dangerous pirates along the way.

Cabot-Conyers was previously cast in#blackAF, as well as a recurring as in CBS’Tell Me A Story. The actor is set to appear inGrasslandtogether withMia MaestroandQuincy Isaiah.

Ryan Kiera Armstrong, sitting down, as Fern in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Ryan Kiera Armstrong

Ryan Kiera Armstongstars as Fern, a smart, tough, and occasionally rebellious youngling living with her educator mother Fara. Best friends with KB, life takes a wild turn when she joins Wim and Neel in the forest. Although she’s now stranded in space with her equally clueless best friends, Fern proves to be brave and self-reliant, helping out others wherever she can.

Armstrong began her acting career playing Minnie May Barry inAnne With An E. She later on starred as Alma Gardner inAmerican Horror Story: Double Feature.

​​​​​​​Kyriana Kratter, staringn at something worriedly, as KB in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Kyriana Kratter

Kyriana Kratterstars as KB, a spirited youngling and Fern’s best friend. Joining Fern and their other pals, they find themselves immediately catapulted into outer space on a starship. KB later plays an important role in the group’s survival as they attempt to retrace their way back home.

With her roots in theater, Kratter previously appeared in the movieThe Healing Garden.

Robert Timothy Smith, leaning onto a starship, as Neel in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Robert Timothy Smith

Robert Timothy Smithstars as Neel, an adventurous alien youngling and best friend to Wim. Neel eagerly joins Wim when they discover an abandoned starship and gets zooted on a thrilling intergalactic journey when they accidentally activate the contraption. Resourceful and courageous, Neel becomes a key part of the group’s alliance with droid SM-33 and Jod Na Nawood to help them evade pirates.

Smith previously appeared inWolfsandDear Santa.

Tunde Adebimpe

Tunde Adebimpestars as Wendle, the devoted father of Wim. Residing on a tranquil planet during the New Republic Era, his life takes a turn when his son and his friends accidentally activate a starship and become stranded in space. Teaming up with the mother of one of the other kids, Wendle isn’t stopping anytime soon before he rescues all of the children.

Adebimpe previously starred inRachel Getting Married,The Invisible, and most recently, this year’s hottest summer flickTwisters.

Kerry Condon

Kerry Condonstars as Fern’s mom. A dedicated mother by day, she works as a teacher to support herself and her child. Living on a peaceful planet during the New Republic Era, Fara spends her days as an educator, a government official, and a motherly figure to her ever-curious daughter. When Fern and her friends accidentally launch themselves into space aboard a buried starship, Fara joins forces with Wendle to bring them home.

Condon’s acting portfolio can be traced to her memorable role as Octavia of the Julii in the HBO seriesRomeandas Stacey Ehrmantraut inBetter Call Saul. She’s also been part of the MCU, voicing F.R.I.D.A.Y. in many of its films.

Nick Frost

Nick Froststars as SM-33,a cantankerous droid pirate with a quirky charm. Once the loyal first mate of the starship Onyx Cinder, this bot is as fierce as he is funny, staying true to the spirit of a pirate’s devotion. By 9 ABY, SM-33 is a shadow of his once gleaming former self. Now armed with a faulty leg and a broken photoreceptor, the SM-33 shining career is now a thing of the past. But upon meeting a group of adventurous kids, SM-33’s loyalty immediately shines through all the rust.

A close collaborator ofSimon Pegg, Frost is best known forhis roles in the British comedic staplesShaun of the Dead,Hot Fuzz, andThe World’s End.

The Pirates​

​​​​Marti Matulisstars as Vane, a Kajain’sa’Nikto pirate who was associated with Gorian Shard’s crew, working as the gang’s trusted second-in-command. However, when the crew was attacked on Nevarro, Vane abandoned the ship and Shard in a desperate attempt to save himself. Matulis previously starred inThe Mandalorian,Evil, andStudio 666.Fred Tatasciorestars as Brutus, a pirate who worked with Vane and the rest of his crew. In 9 ABY, the pirates had an unpleasant encounter with the lost children, prompting Brutus to fire the them with his blaster. Unlike a regular human, Brutus has black fur, grey skin, and red eyes. Tatasciore is a seasoned voice actor who’s worked

Jaleel Whitestars as Gunter, a fellow human pirate who remained active in his operations following the aftermath of the Galactic Empire. Just like Brutus, he is in Vane’s pirate crew. ‘90s kids might best remember White from his role as Stever Urkel inFamily Matters. He’s also gone on to star inBig Fat Liar,Dreamgirls, andGrown Ups.Mike Estesstars as Pax, a Gran pirate under Vane’s crew. Estes had his stint in movies likeJackass ForeverandBorat. Most recently, he’s been involved in projects likeDahmerandWestworld.Dale Soulesstars as Chaelt, a human pirate who is also part of Vane’s crew, even after the fall of the Galactic Empire. Soules previously appeared inOrange Is the New BlackandThe Messenger.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Four kids make a mysterious discovery on their home planet that leads them to get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy.