Way, Way Out Past the Barrier

A shorter second episode and it is now the Goonies meets the Pirates of the Caribbean.

The kids have gone to hyperspace, luckily there is a droid onboard. SM-33 mistakes Fern for the ship's new captain.

Only SM-33 cannot get them back to their home planet of At Attin. The droid has no knowledge of it.

At a spaceport, the kids attract the interest of the pirates with an attempt to pay with an Old Republic credit. Now regarded as rare, but it is not rare where Wim and his pals come from.

The real mystery is what exactly is At Attin. That is where the intrigue seems to be for me at the moment.

SM-33 is literally Smee. Very Pirates of the Caribbean flavor in the pirate cove. The kids are all once again likable. Jude Law has his official introduction after seeing what is obviously his character in the opening of the first episode. He's clearly a force user but whether he is or was a Jedi is to be determined. Jaleel White aka Urkel from Family Matters is the episode as one of the pirates. Some other cameos too. Not a trace of Kathy Kennedy's influence thus far and looks very promising. I guess she was too preoccupied with her vanity project that was the Acolyte. I give this a 8/10 solid rating.

The children grapple with their new reality, and it's compelling to watch them step into roles they're wholly unprepared for.

This episode also introduces two new characters: a droid and potentially a mysterious Force user. The droid is a standout, serving as a key part of the team's journey by helping them uncover pieces of their situation. However, the children's attempts to piece things together often happen at the most inconvenient moments, adding tension and unpredictability.

It's particularly intriguing to see how these previously sheltered children, who grew up in a bubble where everything worked and real danger was nonexistent, attempt to navigate the challenges of their perilous new adventure. Sheltered characters are a rarity in the Star Wars universe, making it refreshing to watch them confront a harsh, dangerous world that's eager to exploit their naivety.

The playful dialogue, humorous interactions with new characters, and unexpected surprises make this episode an enjoyable and engaging watch.

I was sceptical of this one when I had seen the trailer as I thought oh great it's a silly kids show which is going to be like the ewoks movies lol.. but the first 2 episodes seem pretty good.

My daughter who is 8 is really enjoying this as well after she just binge watched the mandolorian and is now totally into Star Wars which is awesome!

This kind of reminds me of a goonies in space kinda thing.

Acting seems good and seems to be a lot better at Start than the Acolyte was.

Looking forward to this and where they willl take it and what cameos they might have in store later down the road.

Good start let's hope it gets better and better.

SM-33 yah ole DAWG, I luv yer gutz! What is it about droids always stealing my heart?! Really enjoyed getting to meet this new character and the mystery's he embodies. What's the story here? Where's the captain?

Also what's the deal with the kids homeworld, At Attin. Why is there a barrier prohibiting ships entry and exit? Who has created this isolated suburban utopia?

Then who is this man splashed on all the posters? Is he good or bad or both!?

Episode one built the world and then episode 2 plunged us into its heart. So many good mysteries are teed up in this episode. I'm hooked. Can't wait for more.