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Ryan Gosling Explains His Jump to Star Wars: Starfighter as Standalone Entry Draws Early Praise

The film positions Star Wars for a big‑screen reset through a self‑contained story set after the Skywalker saga.

Overview

  • In an io9 interview, Gosling said he signed on due to Shawn Levy’s enthusiasm, vision and a script he called a once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity.
  • Lucasfilm and writer Jonathan Tropper say the film is a new, self‑contained story with no legacy characters set five years after The Rise of Skywalker.
  • Gosling leads a cast that includes Flynn Gray, Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre and Amy Adams, from a script by Jonathan Tropper.
  • Industry reports citing Variety say early viewers praised Gosling’s performance and believe Levy recaptured the franchise’s spirit of fun.
  • Star Wars: Starfighter is slated for a theatrical release on May 28, 2027.