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Lucasfilm Announces 'Star Wars: Starfighter' with Ryan Gosling and Shawn Levy

The standalone film, set five years after 'The Rise of Skywalker,' will begin production this fall and release on May 28, 2027.

Overview

  • Director Shawn Levy and actor Ryan Gosling unveiled 'Star Wars: Starfighter' during Star Wars Celebration in Japan, confirming its title and release date.
  • The movie will be a standalone adventure featuring an all-new cast of characters, taking place five years after the events of 2019's 'The Rise of Skywalker.'
  • Jonathan Tropper, known for collaborating with Levy on 'The Adam Project,' has written the script, which has been praised for its originality and emotional depth.
  • Production is scheduled to begin in fall 2025, with the film set to premiere on May 28, 2027, marking the second theatrical Star Wars release since 2019.
  • This project reflects Lucasfilm's strategy to explore fresh narratives outside the Skywalker saga, with high-profile collaborations aimed at reinvigorating the franchise.