Unveiling the Mind-Blowing Influence of Spider-Man Trilogy on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Summary

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, a collaboration between Jon Watts and Christopher Ford, will feature the distinctive directing style of Watts, as witnessed in the Spider-Man trilogy of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Director Jake Schreier commends Watts' growth as a director and his contagious enthusiasm that will be clearly evident in Skeleton Crew.

Drawing parallels to Spider-Man's coming-of-age journey, the characters in Skeleton Crew are expected to undergo their own personal growth and transformation while embarking on an epic adventure alongside a Jedi, navigating numerous challenges across the galaxy.

Director Jake Schreier delves into the influence of Jon Watts' style from the Marvel Cinematic Universe Spider-Man trilogy on the new Star Wars show, Skeleton Crew. Co-created by Watts and Christopher Ford, the show follows a group of kids on a journey to find their way back home in the vastness of the galaxy, aided by a Jedi portrayed by Jude Law. Schreier, in an exclusive interview with Screen Rant for Beef and Thunderbolts, speaks highly of his film school friends and show creators Watts and Ford, praising their artistic evolution and emphasizing that the energy and passion seen in the MCU Spider-Man trilogy are also present in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew.

Jake Schreier: I've learned so much about filmmaking through passionate debates with Jon, Ford, Ben, and our film school peers. It's truly amazing to witness Jon's growth as a director in various storytelling realms. His contagious enthusiasm and unique approach shine through in his work, including Spider-Man and the impact Tom had on it. I believe audiences will also find great enjoyment in Skeleton Crew, which embodies that same spirit.

Note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and it is important to acknowledge the significant contributions and efforts of the writers and actors from both unions without whom this show would not have been possible.

How Spider-Man's Coming Of Age Arc Can Inspire Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

The heart of Watts' Spider-Man trilogy focused on the transformative journey of Tom Holland's Peter Parker, both as his true self and his superhero alter ego Spider-Man. It delved into the loss of innocence as he grappled with the true cost of heroism and the sacrifices required to protect loved ones, even if it meant living without them. Peter's character development saw him transition from an enthusiastic high schooler to a resilient man who endured immense loss but remained committed to helping and doing what was morally right.

Meanwhile, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew appears to have a more lighthearted tone, drawing inspiration from Amblin. Nonetheless, the coming-of-age storyline that Watts skillfully crafted in Spider-Man is likely to influence the growth of the young characters in the Star Wars series as well. Embarking on an adventurous journey with a Jedi across the galaxy and in search of a way back home, these characters are bound to undergo personal growth through their various encounters. This could involve encounters with pirates, smugglers, remnants of the Empire, or crime syndicates in the Outer Rim.

The Spider-Man trilogy in MCU successfully portrays Peter's development throughout each film. Though he remains the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man from start to finish, there is a notable transformation beneath the mask. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is anticipated to deliver a similar emotional journey for its main characters, encompassing significant losses and remarkable triumphs. The blend of Watts and Amblin's coming-of-age storytelling approach appears ideal for introducing a fresh narrative style in the vast universe of Star Wars.