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

Exciting news for Star Wars fans: Shawn Levy, the director behind Deadpool & Wolverine, is reportedly inching closer to directing a new Star Wars film, and he's eyeing Ryan Gosling to join the cast. According to The Hollywood Reporter, negotiations are underway to bring Gosling on board for this much-anticipated project. Levy has been crafting this Star Wars venture since 2022, with script development kicking off last year. He's teaming up once again with Jonathan Tropper, the writer behind This Is Where I Leave You and The Adam Project, both of which Levy directed.

While details about the plot remain tightly under wraps, it's confirmed that this film will not be part of the Skywalker Saga. It's set to be a standalone movie, meaning fans can expect a fresh, independent story within the Star Wars universe. There's no information yet on the character Gosling might portray or the specific era in which the film will be set.

The involvement of Ryan Gosling has significantly accelerated the project's timeline. Originally, Levy was slated to direct a boy band movie with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. However, if Gosling officially signs on, production on the Star Wars film will take priority and is expected to start this fall.

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Star Wars is currently navigating a transitional phase. 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 movie completed filming in December and is slated for release on May 22, 2026. Additionally, a new trilogy centered around Daisy Ridley's Rey from the sequel trilogy is in the works.

As for Levy's Star Wars project, no release date has been announced yet, but with Gosling potentially on board, the film is poised to move forward this year. For a comprehensive look at what's coming to the Star Wars universe, be sure to check out our preview of Star Wars in 2025.