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Date: 18-apr-2025
In a surprise reveal at Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Japan, Lucasfilm announced its next major cinematic chapter: Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling. The highly anticipated standalone film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on May 28, 2027.
Star Wars: Starfighter's Ryan Gosling and Shawn Levy have arrived to the #StarWarsCelebration LIVE! stage: https://t.co/lIHnmSsarc pic.twitter.com/NIzZ2oQbL7
— Star Wars (@starwars) April 18, 2025
Set approximately five years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker, Starfighter will introduce fresh characters, new storylines, and a previously unexplored timeline in the Star Wars saga. This makes it one of the first post-Skywalker-era films to build an entirely new narrative foundation while still respecting the legacy of the franchise.
While plot specifics are tightly guarded, sources say the film will center around a rogue squadron of pilots facing off against a post-Imperial threat in the Outer Rim. The movie is expected to blend high-octane space battles with grounded, character-driven drama—a mix Levy is known for delivering with heart and humor.
Production is slated to begin in fall 2025, with Lucasfilm aiming to deliver both visual spectacle and emotional depth. This project is part of Disney’s refreshed approach to Star Wars, which now focuses on fewer, high-quality cinematic releases rather than annual rollouts.
The announcement has reignited excitement among fans, especially with Ryan Gosling’s star power and Shawn Levy’s trusted touch behind the camera.
Star Wars: Starfighter represents a bold leap into the unknown for the franchise. With no direct ties to the Skywalker saga, this film could pave the way for a new generation of characters and stories. If successful, it may launch a trilogy or spinoffs within this fresh timeline.
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