Star Wars: Starfighter Soars Into Theaters in 2027 with Ryan Gosling & Shawn Levy!
The Force is strong with this one! At the grand stage of Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Japan, director Shawn Levy and Hollywood star Ryan Gosling officially revealed their next big venture—Star Wars: Starfighter. Set five years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker (2019), this brand-new chapter in the Star Wars universe promises to be a heart-pounding adventure like no other. Production is set to kick off this fall, with a grand theatrical release locked in for May 28, 2027.
Shawn Levy thrilled fans by revealing, “This isn’t a prequel. This isn’t a sequel. It’s a brand-new adventure.” Ryan Gosling chimed in with praise for the film’s gripping narrative, calling it a story filled with “heart and heroism” and emphasizing how perfect Levy is to bring this vision to life. The news was officially confirmed by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni during the celebration, setting the internet ablaze with excitement.
What makes Star Wars: Starfighter even more electrifying is its fresh take—introducing all-new characters in a timeline that’s never before been explored on screen. It’s mysterious, bold, and full of promise, signaling a massive shift as Lucasfilm pivots from its Disney+ focus back to epic, cinematic storytelling.
Levy, who delivered the highest-grossing R-rated Marvel film Deadpool & Wolverine ($1.33B worldwide), is once again teaming up with Disney for this interstellar ride. And with Gosling on board, fans can expect a thrilling blend of charm, intensity, and a touch of humor that could redefine what a Star Wars hero looks like. Following the 2026 release of The Mandalorian & Grogu, Starfighter will continue the franchise’s return to the big screen.
So buckle up—because in 2027, a galaxy far, far away is about to get a whole lot more exciting.