Lucasfilm has thrillingly announced a new addition to the Star Wars saga with the upcoming film, *Star Wars: Starfighter*, directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on *Deadpool & Wolverine*. The film is set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027, and will feature Ryan Gosling in a starring role, taking place five years after the events of *Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker*. The announcement was made at Star Wars Celebration, where it was also confirmed that production will kick off this fall.
While details about *Star Wars: Starfighter* remain somewhat under wraps, it's clear that Gosling will be portraying an entirely new character in the Star Wars universe. This news is sure to excite fans and help them start planning their Memorial Day 2027 celebrations around the film's release.
In a touching moment shared at the celebration, Gosling revealed that his mother sent him a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets upon learning he'd landed the role, showcasing his long-standing love for the franchise.
Ryan Gosling, star of the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter, reveals his childhood love for a galaxy far, far away. pic.twitter.com/jA8vR7F6bv
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*Star Wars: Starfighter* is set to be a part of the exciting new wave of Star Wars films, joining the likes of *The Mandalorian & Grogu* and other anticipated projects from directors such as Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg.
For fans of the original *Star Wars: Starfighter* game released in 2001, the film's title might evoke fond memories of past adventures in the Star Wars universe.
For more updates and to dive deeper into the Star Wars universe, be sure to check out all the exciting news from Star Wars Celebration's *The Mandalorian & Grogu* panel. This includes our detailed breakdown of the footage shown from the film and the announcement that filming for *Ahsoka Season 2* will soon begin.
