Ryan Gosling Might Star in Star Wars Film Directed by Deadpool & Wolverine's Helmer

Director Shawn Levy, fresh off the success of Deadpool & Wolverine, is reportedly setting his sights on the Star Wars universe, and he's looking to bring Ryan Gosling along for the journey. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Levy's Star Wars project, which has been in development since 2022, is now in negotiations with the acclaimed actor to star in the film. The script, penned by Jonathan Tropper, who previously collaborated with Levy on This Is Where I Leave You and The Adam Project, has been in the works since last year.

While details about the plot remain under wraps, it's known that the film will not be part of the Skywalker Saga and is intended to be a standalone movie. There's no information yet on the era in which the story will be set or the character Gosling might portray. The involvement of Gosling is said to have accelerated the project's timeline, potentially making it Levy's next directorial venture. Originally, Levy was slated to helm a boy band movie with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, but with Gosling's possible inclusion, production on the Star Wars film is set to commence in the fall.

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Star Wars is currently navigating a period of transition. Following the cancellation of The Acolyte, Disney Plus introduced its latest series, Skeleton Crew, which recently concluded its run. On the cinematic front, Dave Filoni's The Mandalorian and Grogu film completed production in December, with a scheduled release date of May 22, 2026. Additionally, a new trilogy centered around Daisy Ridley's character Rey from the sequel trilogy is in the works.

As of now, there's no confirmed release date for Levy's Star Wars movie, should it proceed this year. 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.