Ryan Gosling Stars in New 'Star Wars: Starfighter' Film, Premiering May 2027

Lucasfilm has officially announced Star Wars: Starfighter, a brand-new film set to captivate audiences when it hits theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on Deadpool & Wolverine, the film will star Ryan Gosling in a fresh role set five years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

The exciting news was shared at Star Wars Celebration, where it was also revealed that production on the film will kick off this fall. While details about the plot remain under wraps, the announcement has already set the stage for fans to start planning their Memorial Day celebrations in 2027.

In a touching moment, Ryan Gosling shared that his mother sent him a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets upon learning he had landed the role, underscoring 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 the exciting lineup of new Star Wars films, including The Mandalorian & Grogu and projects from acclaimed directors like Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. Fans of the franchise might also recognize the name Star Wars: Starfighter from a beloved game released back in 2001.

For those eager for more Star Wars updates, be sure to check out the latest news from Star Wars Celebration's The Mandalorian & Grogu panel, including detailed breakdowns of the footage shown and the announcement that filming for Ahsoka Season 2 will begin soon.