Star Wars: Starfighter, Coming to Theaters in May 2027, Ryan Gosling Cast as the Lead Actor

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Secondupdate.com – Lucasfilm has officially announced that actor Ryan Gosling will star in the upcoming installment of the Star Wars franchise titled Star Wars: Starfighter.

The film will be directed by Shawn Levy and is scheduled to hit theaters on May 28, 2027.

This news was confirmed by Lucasfilm during the annual Star Wars Celebration event held in Tokyo.

Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, along with Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni, unveiled this major plan after months of speculation surrounding Gosling and Levy’s involvement in the project.

The film is set to begin production this fall. The script is written by Jonathan Tropper, who previously collaborated with Levy on The Adam Project and This Is Where I Leave You.

Tropper is also known as the creator of the Apple TV+ series Your Friends & Neighbors.

During the event, Ryan Gosling and Shawn Levy made a special appearance to greet fans. Gosling wore a cap emblazoned with the iconic quote, “Never tell me the odds,” a famous line from Han Solo in the Star Wars saga.

Gosling expressed that the atmosphere and enthusiasm of the fans were truly inspiring. He also emphasized that the true strength of the film lies in its loyal fan base.

About the Film Starfighter

Star Wars: Starfighter will introduce new characters and is set approximately five years after the events of Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.

The film will explore the Star Wars universe beyond the Skywalker saga. As of now, no additional cast members have been announced.

Shawn Levy’s Previous Success

Shawn Levy previously scored a major success with Deadpool & Wolverine, which was released in July 2024. The film grossed $1.3 billion worldwide and became the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time.

Ryan Gosling is known for rarely taking part in major franchises, although he did star in Blade Runner 2049 and Barbie.

His role in Starfighter marks a new chapter in his career, especially considering the massive global fanbase that Star Wars commands.

Upcoming Star Wars Films

Before the release of Starfighter, Disney will premiere The Mandalorian & Grogu on May 22, 2026.

This film will be a big-screen adaptation of the Disney+ series The Mandalorian, which has completed its principal photography.

Starfighter will be the second Star Wars film to be released following a long hiatus since The Rise of Skywalker in December 2019.