Hollywood star Ryan Gosling is set to join the Star Wars universe in a bold new chapter titled ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’, which will hit theatres worldwide on May 28, 2027.

Directed by ‘Deadpool 3’ and ‘Stranger Things’ helmer Shawn Levy, the upcoming film promises to be a fresh, standalone adventure within the ever-expanding Star Wars galaxy, PTI reported from Los Angeles.

The major announcement came during Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Japan, where Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni revealed the project to a packed audience of fans and press.

Positioned five years after the events of ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ (2019), the film is expected to explore new characters and unexplored corners of the Star Wars universe, with Gosling reportedly playing a rugged starfighter pilot caught in the middle of a galactic power shift.

While specific plot details remain tightly under wraps, sources hint at a gritty, character-driven narrative with a tone reminiscent of ‘Rogue One’. Gosling’s casting signals a high-octane, emotionally intense lead performance that could redefine what a Star Wars hero looks like in this new era. His involvement adds considerable star power to the franchise’s post-Skywalker future, and fans are already speculating about whether familiar legacy characters or locations might be subtly woven into the story.

Shawn Levy, currently riding high off the success of his work with Marvel and Netflix, is expected to bring a dynamic blend of spectacle and heart to the franchise. Known for crafting emotionally resonant stories with high energy, Levy’s entry into the Star Wars directing roster marks another step in Lucasfilm’s plan to diversify the creative voices behind the galaxy’s biggest stories.

Although filming is yet to begin, pre-production is said to be well underway, with casting and concept development in motion. With Gosling taking the lead and Levy directing, ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ is already one of the most talked-about titles on the distant release calendar—and fans are ready to buckle in for a new hyperspace ride.