With the highly anticipated release of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew on Disney+, fans are eager to know how this new series fits into the overall Star Wars television timeline. According to Screenrant, the timeline of the Star Wars franchise has always been confusing to understand, as it has a habit of hopping around, with one such scenario being the first season of The Mandalorian, which is supposed to be set five years later after the Return of the Jedi. Ahsoka follows a few years after it. It would seem that Disney is trying to place the new installments precisely where they make the most sense and to prevent further confusion.
According to Screenrant, the placement of Stars Wars: The Skeleton Crew was revealed in the latest issue of Empire Magazine, which was noted to be set concurrently with The Mandalorian and Ahsoka. This could mean that fans could see some cameos from title characters such as The Mandalorian, played by Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us), or Ahsoka, played by Rosario Dawson (Men in Black II).
Information currently revealed is that four cadets make a surprise discovery on their home planet that takes them on a journey across the galaxy, in which they cross paths with Jod Na Nawood, played by Jude Law (Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore).According to an mxdwn post, this will affect the timeline and add more lore behind Order 66, a major event within Revenge of the Sith.
Understanding the timeline is crucial to the franchise, as it shows the connection between each installment within the Star Wars universe. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will surely be a wonderful addition to the iconic franchise as it captivates fans with its unique narrative and newly developed characters. While fans await further information surrounding the plot of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, other series in the franchise, including The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, are available to stream on Disney+.