Exciting news for fans of the galaxy far, far away: Shawn Levy, the acclaimed director behind Deadpool & Wolverine, might soon be venturing into the Star Wars universe, and he's reportedly bringing Ryan Gosling along for the journey. According to The Hollywood Reporter, negotiations are underway for Gosling to star in Levy's upcoming Star Wars film, which has been in development since 2022. Levy, who has been working on the script since last year, is collaborating once again with Jonathan Tropper, the writer behind This Is Where I Leave You and The Adam Project, both directed by Levy.
While details about Levy's Star Wars movie remain under wraps, it's confirmed that the film will be a standalone story, unconnected to the iconic Skywalker Saga. This means the film will explore new narratives and possibly new characters within the Star Wars universe. There's no information yet on which era the movie will be set in or what role Gosling might play, adding to the anticipation and speculation among fans.
The involvement of Ryan Gosling has not only sparked interest but also accelerated the project's timeline. Originally, Levy was slated to direct a boy band movie featuring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. However, if Gosling officially signs on, production on the Star Wars film is expected to begin in the fall, becoming Levy's next directorial venture.
Star Wars is currently navigating a period of transition. After the cancellation of The Acolyte, Disney Plus introduced its latest series, Skeleton Crew, which has just concluded its run. On the cinematic front, Dave Filoni's The Mandalorian and Grogu movie completed filming in December, with a scheduled release on May 22, 2026. Additionally, a new trilogy centered around Daisy Ridley's character Rey from the sequel trilogy is in the works.
As for Levy's Star Wars project, no release date has been announced yet, but its potential advancement this year keeps fans eagerly awaiting further updates. For a comprehensive look at what's on the horizon for the Star Wars franchise, be sure to check out our preview of Star Wars in 2025.
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