Shawn Levy's Star Wars Film Gains Momentum as Ryan Gosling Negotiates Lead Role

Lucasfilm's next standalone Star Wars movie, set post-Skywalker Saga, could begin production in the UK this Fall pending final deals.

The Mandalorian & Grogu movie is officially scheduled for release on May 22, 2026, marking Star Wars' return to theaters after a seven-year hiatus.
Shawn Levy's standalone Star Wars film, separate from the Skywalker Saga, is progressing rapidly with Ryan Gosling reportedly in talks for the lead role.
Production for Levy’s film could start as early as Fall 2025 in the UK if negotiations are finalized, making it the next Star Wars movie to enter production.
Jonathan Tropper, the screenwriter for Levy's project, expressed optimism about the film's timeline, hinting it might arrive sooner than anticipated.
A Rey-centric Star Wars film, with Daisy Ridley returning, remains in development but lacks a confirmed release date or finalized production timeline.