Lucasfilm has thrillingly announced a new addition to the Star Wars saga with *Star Wars: Starfighter*, a film set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on *Deadpool & Wolverine*, the movie stars Ryan Gosling in a brand-new role, set five years after the events of *Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker*. This exciting reveal came at Star Wars Celebration, where it was also confirmed that production will kick off this fall.
While details about *Star Wars: Starfighter* remain scarce beyond Gosling's character introduction, fans can start planning their Memorial Day 2027 celebrations around this galactic event. In a touching moment, Gosling shared a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets, sent by his mother upon landing the role, highlighting 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 poised to join an impressive lineup of upcoming Star Wars films, including *The Mandalorian & Grogu* and projects from directors Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. Interestingly, the title *Star Wars: Starfighter* may ring a bell for some, as it was also the name of a popular game released in 2001.
For fans eager for more Star Wars updates, don't miss out on the latest from Star Wars Celebration's *The Mandalorian & Grogu* panel. This includes exclusive breakdowns of the shown footage and the exciting news that filming for *Ahsoka Season 2* is set to begin soon.
