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Lucasfilm Announces 'Star Wars: Starfighter' Starring Ryan Gosling

The standalone film, directed by Shawn Levy, is set five years after 'The Rise of Skywalker' and will debut in theaters on May 28, 2027.

Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy and the logo for Star Wars: Starfighter
Ryan Gosling and Shawn Levy pose for a photo backstage during Star Wars Celebration Japan Day 1 on April 18, 2025, in Chiba, Japan.
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Overview

  • The announcement was made at Star Wars Celebration Japan by Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni, with surprise appearances by director Shawn Levy and star Ryan Gosling.
  • Production for 'Star Wars: Starfighter' is scheduled to begin in fall 2025, with Jonathan Tropper confirmed as the screenwriter.
  • The film is a standalone adventure featuring all-new characters and is not connected to the Skywalker saga, marking a new era for the franchise.
  • Set five years after the events of 'The Rise of Skywalker,' the movie explores a previously uncharted period within the Star Wars timeline.
  • The release date coincides with the 50th anniversary of the original 'Star Wars' film, with Lucasfilm aiming to reinvigorate the franchise through fresh narratives.