"Star Wars: Starfighter" Hits Theaters May 2027, Stars Ryan Gosling - Celebration News

Lucasfilm has officially unveiled *Star Wars: Starfighter*, a highly anticipated new film set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, the creative mind behind *Deadpool & Wolverine*, this film will star Ryan Gosling in a brand-new role. Set five years after the events of *Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker*, *Star Wars: Starfighter* promises to expand the beloved franchise's universe.

The announcement was made at Star Wars Celebration, where it was also confirmed that production will kick off this fall. While details about the plot and Gosling's character are still under wraps, the news has already sparked excitement among fans, who can now start planning their Memorial Day 2027 celebrations around the film's release.

In a touching revelation, Ryan Gosling shared a nostalgic moment during the announcement, showing a photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets, sent to him by his mother upon landing the role. This heartwarming gesture highlights Gosling's long-standing love for the Star Wars universe.

Ryan Gosling, star of the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter, reveals his childhood love for a galaxy far, far away. pic.twitter.com/jA8vR7F6bv

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*Star Wars: Starfighter* is set to join a new wave of Star Wars films, including *The Mandalorian & Grogu* and projects from directors Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. The title *Star Wars: Starfighter* may ring a bell for long-time fans, as it was also the name of a popular game released back in 2001.

For those eager for more Star Wars news, don't miss out on the other exciting announcements from Star Wars Celebration, including updates from *The Mandalorian & Grogu* panel, a breakdown of the film's footage, and the announcement that filming for *Ahsoka Season 2* will commence soon.