"Ryan Gosling Stars in 'Star Wars: Starfighter' - Premiering May 2027"

Lucasfilm has officially announced a thrilling addition to the Star Wars saga with Star Wars: Starfighter, a brand-new film set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on Deadpool & Wolverine, the movie will star Ryan Gosling in a brand-new role. The story unfolds five years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, promising to expand the universe in exciting new directions.

The announcement was made at Star Wars Celebration, where it was also confirmed that production on the film will kick off this fall. While details about the plot remain under wraps, the news is enough to start planning your Memorial Day 2027 around this galactic event.

In a touching moment, Ryan Gosling shared a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets, sent to him by his mother upon landing the role, highlighting 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

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Star Wars: Starfighter is set to be part of a new wave of Star Wars films, joining the ranks of 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 plenty to look forward to in the coming years.

Interestingly, the title Star Wars: Starfighter may ring a bell for long-time fans, as it was also the name of a popular game released back in 2001.

For more updates and insights, be sure to check out the latest from Star Wars Celebration, including the exciting developments from The Mandalorian & Grogu panel, our detailed breakdown of the footage shown, and the announcement that filming for Ahsoka Season 2 will begin soon.