Lucasfilm has officially announced an exciting new addition to the Star Wars saga with "Star Wars: Starfighter," a film set to captivate audiences when it hits theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, the acclaimed director behind "Deadpool & Wolverine," this new installment will star the talented Ryan Gosling in a brand-new role. The film is set to unfold five years after the events of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," promising to expand the universe further.
The announcement came during Star Wars Celebration, where it was also confirmed that production will kick off this fall. While details about the plot remain under wraps, the news alone is enough to start planning your Memorial Day weekend in 2027 around this galactic event.
In a touching moment, Ryan Gosling shared a nostalgic glimpse into his past, revealing that his mother sent him a photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets upon landing the role, showcasing his lifelong passion 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
— Star Wars (@starwars) April 18, 2025
"Star Wars: Starfighter" is part of an ambitious lineup of new Star Wars films, joining the ranks alongside "The Mandalorian & Grogu" and upcoming projects from directors Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. Fans of the franchise will have much to look forward to in the coming years.
For those who find the title "Star Wars: Starfighter" ringing a bell, it's a nod to the 2001 video game of the same name, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the film's announcement.
For more exciting updates, be sure to check out all the other major reveals from Star Wars Celebration, including insights from "The Mandalorian & Grogu" panel, a breakdown of the new footage, and the announcement that filming for "Ahsoka Season 2" will commence soon.
