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This balancing act results in a show that sometimes feels like it's trying to appeal to everyone but ultimately appeals to no one. The lower stakes and more playful tone mark a departure from the darker, more complex narratives fans may be accustomed to, leaving some feeling like "Skeleton Crew" is in a narrative no man's land.
Audience Reception and Viewership Concerns
Perhaps the most telling critique is the show's poor viewership ratings. Premiering to the lowest numbers of any Star Wars television project so far, "Skeleton Crew" has become somewhat of a disappointment—an indication that the franchise might be struggling to find its footing in the new era of streaming and serialized storytelling.