By now, every newStar Warsstory is unofficially required to feature certain references andEaster Eggs.
And this one is not just inSkeleton Crewbut in pretty much every otherStar Warsstory.
1138 is a significant number forStar Warsfans, asit serves as a reminder of George Lucas' other works.
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It actually started with Lucas himself inStar Wars: Episode IV A New Hope.
He also went on to name THX the sound certification company he founded afterward.
After these initial nods, the number 1138 started popping up everywhere inStar Wars.
Four kids make a mysterious discovery on their home planet that leads them to get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy.
Sometimes it’s obvious, but sometimes it’s a very well-hidden Easter Egg.
It’s a subtle but nice and respectful nod to everything that came before.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crewis streaming on Disney+.
Four kids make a mysterious discovery on their home planet that leads them to get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy.
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