BLOGSIA.EU.ORG - Director Shawn Levy has unveiled the first look at Ryan Gosling on the set of Star Wars: Starfighter, marking the actor’s long-anticipated debut in the iconic space opera franchise. Through a post on his personal Instagram account, Levy shared a photograph of Gosling alongside actor Flynn Gray with the Mediterranean Sea stretching in the background, captioned with a brief tease: “Somewhere on the Mediterranean #Starfighter.” The image has instantly fueled speculation and excitement among Star Wars fans eager to learn more about the new installment.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, which confirmed the image on Wednesday, September 17, Disney is preparing for a major theatrical release of Star Wars: Starfighter on May 28, 2027. The film was first announced earlier this year during Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, with the studio locking in its release slot more than two years in advance. While the studio has not disclosed official plot details, industry insiders suggest the story will take place approximately five years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the 2019 film that closed the Skywalker saga and remains the last Star Wars title to hit cinemas.
The Star Wars: Starfighter cast is already shaping up to be one of the most star-studded in recent franchise history. Alongside Gosling, the lineup includes Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings, and Amy Adams. The casting signals Disney’s ambition to push the saga into new creative directions while keeping its established global audience engaged. Levy, who has developed the project since 2022, is set to direct, with Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy joining him as producer. The screenplay has been penned by Jonathan Tropper, who is best known for his work in both television and film.
Gosling himself has spoken about the project in glowing terms, telling fans at a Star Wars event in April that the script captured his imagination. “The truth is this script is just so good. The story is so powerful with incredible, original characters. It’s full of heart and adventure, and really there’s no better director for this than Shawn,” Gosling said. His endorsement has only heightened anticipation, as fans await further news about what role he will play in the expanding Star Wars universe.
Levy’s involvement comes at a pivotal time for the franchise, which has shifted its focus to balance streaming success on Disney+ with theatrical releases. Before Gosling’s debut in Starfighter, audiences will see The Mandalorian & Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau, scheduled for release on May 22, 2026. That film will serve as a spin-off of the hit streaming series The Mandalorian and is expected to bridge the gap between small-screen storytelling and big-screen spectacle.
Levy, who recently directed Disney’s box office hit Deadpool & Wolverine and Netflix’s The Adam Project, brings a proven record of balancing action, humor, and emotional depth. Meanwhile, Gosling’s career remains on a high trajectory. The actor is slated to headline Project Hail Mary, an adaptation of Andy Weir’s bestselling novel, set for release next year under Amazon MGM Studios. With both projects, Gosling seems poised to expand his range into science fiction epics, further cementing his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most versatile leading men.
The reveal of Gosling’s presence in Star Wars: Starfighter marks the beginning of a new chapter for Lucasfilm and Disney, signaling that the franchise is ready to move beyond its legacy characters and embrace a bold future led by fresh talent and visionary directors.
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