Shawn Levy’s post-Rise of Skywalker Star Wars film is moving forward with Ryan Gosling reportedly in talks—hinting at a bold new direction for the galaxy far, far away.
April 4, 2025: After years of speculation and radio silence, it’s official—Shawn Levy’s Star Wars film is still in development, and yes, Ryan Gosling might still be part of it.
In an exciting update for fans of the galaxy far, far away, writer Jonathan Tropper confirmed in an interview with Collider that work is actively ongoing on the project. “That gig is something I’ve dreamed about my whole life. We’re still working on it,” he said, keeping specifics under wraps but squashing any rumors of cancellation.
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🚀 What We Know So Far
Levy, known for directing Deadpool & Wolverine and Free Guy, is aiming to make this Star Wars film a standalone story—a bold shift from the saga-centric tradition. But while it won’t be directly connected to the Skywalker saga, Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy has confirmed it will be set five years after The Rise of Skywalker.
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That places the story in a fresh timeline space—a narrative blank slate—ripe for new characters, bold themes, and yes, even the possible return of Daisy Ridley’s Rey.
🌌 Ryan Gosling in a Galaxy Far, Far Away?
Though not yet confirmed by Lucasfilm, the rumor mill is buzzing with reports of Ryan Gosling circling a leading role. If true, it would mark a major departure for Star Wars, which traditionally casts lesser-known names in its lead roles—like Mark Hamill, Daisy Ridley, and John Boyega.
Gosling’s potential inclusion could signal a new era of Star Wars marketing strategy, banking on star power to reinvigorate the franchise’s theatrical presence, especially after a six-year big-screen hiatus.
👀 What to Expect
- A post-Skywalker era story, potentially tackling the Jedi legacy, the Force, and a reimagined galaxy order.
- Standalone vibes, but with room for Rey or legacy characters to make impactful appearances.
- A fresh directorial tone with Shawn Levy’s action-comedy sensibilities potentially blending humor and heart in a new Star Wars formula.
With The Mandalorian & Grogu hitting screens in 2026 and this project quietly gaining momentum, Star Wars fans might just be heading into a bold new chapter—where blockbuster names and bold timelines collide.
Whether it’s Gosling wielding a lightsaber or leading a new rebellion, one thing’s certain: Star Wars is far from done expanding its universe.
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