Skeleton Crew’s best scenes were improvised by Jude Law

It falls between the release of “The Acolyte” — the first live-action “Star Wars” show set in the High Republic era (which focuses on the mysterious Sith) — and the highly anticipated return of “Andor.” We got a completely unexpected surprise with the “Skeleton Crew.” It’s not only a show that few people asked for, but it’s also one that few people could have imagined, which would turn out to be one of the best “Star Wars” projects in years.

What initially looked like “The Goonies” in space proved to be much more than just another “Star Wars” title specifically aimed at middle-aged fans who grew up watching the original trilogy on VHS and hoping to see their favorite action figures on screen. . Instead, “Skeleton Crew” is a completely unique “Star Wars” story inspired by everything from “The Sword in the Stone” to “Treasure Island” and Even some of the popular Disney theme park rides. It also has a vastly different tone than other recent live-action “Star Wars” projects and evokes a sense of wonder that’s been missing from the series lately, along with a call to adventure coming from the young cast (all of whom play characters new to the “Star Wars” universe, which is… Another rarity in the Disney era.)

However, it’s not just a bright and whimsical show either. away from him, “Skeleton Crew” is never afraid to be terrifying when the story calls for it It has had its share of dangers, dark scary images, and even pirates and bloodthirsty monsters. Of course, “Star Wars” itself has a long history of showing space pirates doing pirate-like things in space, though it’s never been as foregrounded as it is here. In fact, “Skeleton Crew” has now given us everything from a variety of adorable and weird little men (including, mainly, a werewolf pirate and Steve Urkel as a robot!) to finally “Star Wars.” Sea Shanty is arguably the best scene in the series so far.

But as it turns out, that little slice of musical bliss wasn’t actually written. Instead, it was a small gift to the world on Jude Law’s behalf.

In Episode 6 of “Skeleton Crew”, Law’s mysterious pirate Judd Na Nawood (also known as Crimson Jack, Dash Zentin, Professor Omiam Gorelox, Godwick Zank, and Captain “Mad” Silvo) is captured by the former pirate crew, who intend to sentence him to death. Before that happens, he is allowed one last chance to file an appeal (in accordance with the Pirate Code). During his speech, Judd convinces the other pirates to join him in the search for Attain by reciting a sea hut (or, technically, a space hut) about the legendary exploits of Captain Tack Renaud.

Talk to Collider On the final episode of Skeleton Crew, director Bryce Dallas Howard revealed that Lou created the hut himself. “It was just supposed to be lines,” Howard explained. ‘It was supposed to be a poem, and Judd came up and said, ‘How about I sing it? If it’s a hut? ‘Cause that’s what pirates do, and that’s how traditions go on.’ We said: Yes, please, we’d love to, Jude Law.

Now, I think I’ve praised Lou enough for his excellent acting in the show and his great chemistry with the younger actors. But when he learned that his idea was to turn a random poet from a pirate into a sea hut (Giving us exactly what was missing from “Skeleton Crew.”) makes me completely reconsider my personal list of the best “Star Wars” characters and actors. Who knows what Lou will come up with if the series continues for a second season?

New episodes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew will be released every Tuesday at 6pm PT on Disney+.