BREAKING: Ryan Gosling is officially stepping into the Star Wars universe! The acclaimed actor will star in Star Wars: Starfighter, set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. This marks a significant departure for Gosling, who has largely avoided franchise films throughout his illustrious career.
The new installment, directed by Shawn Levy—known for his work on Deadpool and Wolverine—will feature Gosling as a mentor figure to a younger character played by Flynn Gray. While details about the plot remain scarce, the film is described as a standalone story, separate from previous Star Wars narratives. However, industry insiders speculate that its success could lead to further sequels.
Gosling’s decision to join the Star Wars franchise comes after years of speculation regarding his involvement in various major roles, ranging from Batman to Ghost Rider. In an exclusive interview with io9, Gosling revealed that it was Levy’s passion for the project and the quality of the script that ultimately drew him in. “I just avoided these things because they never felt right,” he stated. “And I’m glad I did because it was worth waiting for. It is like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
The urgency surrounding Gosling’s casting is amplified by the upcoming release of another space-themed project, Project Hail Mary, which premieres on March 20, 2023. In this film, Gosling plays Ryland Grace, a middle school teacher thrust into a mission to save Earth. As fans eagerly await both films, the question remains: Will Star Wars: Starfighter remain a standalone venture, or will it pave the way for more roles in the galaxy far, far away for Gosling?
With Gosling’s rising star power and the anticipation surrounding Star Wars: Starfighter, expectations are high. As we count down to the release, keep an eye out for more updates on the developments in this thrilling new chapter of the Star Wars saga.
Stay tuned as further details emerge, and prepare for an exciting journey into a galaxy teeming with possibilities!
