Ryan Gosling Stars as Filming Begins for Star Wars: Starfighter

Lucasfilm has begun production on 'Star Wars: Starfighter,' directed by Shawn Levy, with a scheduled release date of May 28, 2027. The film stars Ryan Gosling as a Jedi who trains his nephew, played by Flynn Gray, and features an ensemble cast including Amy Adams, Matt Smith as the villain, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, and Daniel Ings. Set five years after 'The Rise of Skywalker,' 'Starfighter' is a standalone story exploring a previously uncharted period in the Star Wars universe. The project blends fresh characters and new locations while honoring the franchise's legacy, with producers including Kathleen Kennedy and executive producers Ryan Gosling, Dan Levine, Mary McLaglen, and Josh McLaglen. Early promotional images show Gosling and Gray with a landspeeder, evoking nostalgia among fans while promising a new narrative direction. The film aims to usher in a new chapter for Star Wars, combining established talent with emerging stars.