Lucasfilm has thrillingly announced a new addition to the Star Wars saga titled Star Wars: Starfighter, set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on Deadpool & Wolverine, the film stars the acclaimed actor Ryan Gosling in a brand-new role. This cinematic venture is slated to take place five years following the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, promising to expand the beloved universe further.
The announcement was made at the highly anticipated Star Wars Celebration, where it was also revealed that production for Star Wars: Starfighter will kick off this fall. While details about the plot remain under wraps, the confirmation of Gosling's involvement is enough to spark excitement among fans and set their Memorial Day 2027 plans in motion.
In a touching moment shared at the event, Ryan Gosling disclosed that his mother sent him a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets upon learning he had landed the role, highlighting his lifelong passion for the franchise.
Ryan Gosling, star of the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter, reveals his childhood love for a galaxy far, far away. pic.twitter.com/jA8vR7F6bv
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Star Wars: Starfighter will join a new wave of Star Wars films, including The Mandalorian & Grogu and projects from directors Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. Interestingly, the title Star Wars: Starfighter may ring a bell for some fans, as it was also the name of a popular game released in 2001.
For those eager for more Star Wars updates, be sure to catch up on all the exciting news from Star Wars Celebration, including detailed breakdowns of the The Mandalorian & Grogu panel footage and the announcement that filming for Ahsoka Season 2 will commence soon.
