Go behind the scenes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and discover how the masters at Tippett Studios brought the ominous Mama Crab to life!
The groundbreaking debut season of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew wraps up next week after seven exciting weeks. The series has been bursting with vibrant energy and enough Star Wars elements to fill the cargo hold of the Millennium Falcon. Alongside familiar tropes and beloved alien species, it introduces an array of intriguing new features that have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. One standout newcomer was the menacing Monster Trash Crab (affectionately known as Mama Crab) from Episode 6.

This fearsome crustacean nearly turned our brave heroes into a meal. But thanks to Fern’s quick thinking, they escaped without a scratch. But what lengths did the team at Tippett Studios go to to bring this monstrous creature to life? Fortunately, all has been unveiled in an exhilarating new video feature that takes us behind the scenes and dives into the heart of the creative process. So, brush up on your space pirate lingo and press play on the video below!
The masterminds at Tippett Studios bring us behind the scenes of how they brought Mama Crab to life in episode 6 of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew.
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We’re excited to see that many of you, our valued readers, share our enthusiasm for this new series! It’s evident that you’re enjoying every bit of this kid-centered adventure. Moreover, director Jon Watts and writer Christopher Ford are equally dedicated to the franchise and can’t wait to lead us on this thrilling journey. Be sure to check out our exclusive interview with the cast and crew of the series here.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew concludes on Disney Plus on January 14th in the US and January 15th in the UK.
What are your favorite moments from the series so far? Let us know in the comments section below.

Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
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