Star Wars News: 'Starfighter' Is the Next Big Movie — and Ryan Gosling Is in the Cockpit
Shawn Levy's upcoming movie finally has a title, a 2027 release date, and a massive star attached. Here is everything we know about the post-Rise of Skywalker adventure.
"Great kid! Don't get cocky!"
For months, we've been waiting for details on Shawn Levy's mysterious Star Wars project. Today, the hyperdrive finally engaged. Disney has officially confirmed that Levy's film is titled Star Wars: Starfighter, and it has locked in a release date of May 28, 2027. Oh, and one more thing: Ryan Gosling is taking the lead role.
This is exactly the kind of bold swing the franchise needs right now. Taking place after the events of Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker — specifically dealing with the fallout of the Battle of Exegol — Starfighter promises to explore a galaxy trying to rebuild itself without the Sith Eternal breathing down its neck. It's an era ripe with storytelling potential. Much like how The Mandalorian showed us the gritty reality of the New Republic's early days, Starfighter can finally show us what happens when the First Order is truly gone.
With Jonathan Tropper penning the script, we can expect a mix of sharp dialogue and high-stakes action. And let's be honest: Ryan Gosling in a starfighter cockpit? It's the casting we didn't know we needed until right now. Imagine the stoic intensity of his previous roles channeled into a weary New Republic pilot, or perhaps a rogue scoundrel trying to make a living in the Outer Rim. The possibilities are endless.
As we gear up for The Mandalorian & Grogu in May 2026, the confirmation of Starfighter for 2027 proves that the theatrical future of Star Wars is finally coming into focus. It feels good to have a roadmap again. The galaxy far, far away is expanding, and May 2027 can't get here fast enough.
May the Force be with us all.
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