Ryan Gosling may just be Ken, but it seems the Force is with him. Currently, he is in talks to join a new Star Wars film helmed by Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy. This unexpected pairing, reported by The Hollywood Reporter, could mark Gosling’s first venture into the beloved galaxy far, far away. Gosling, celebrated for roles in Barbie, Blade Runner 2049, and The Nice Guys, seems poised to bring his signature charisma to one of cinema’s most iconic franchises.
Levy has been developing his Star Wars project since 2022, with a script by frequent collaborator Jonathan Tropper, who also worked on The Adam Project and This Is Where I Leave You. While details about the movie remain under wraps, it has been confirmed that the film will be a standalone story, distinct from the Skywalker Saga. The specifics of Gosling’s potential role or the era in which the movie will be set remain undisclosed.
Should Ryan Gosling officially join the cast, production is expected to begin as early as this fall, potentially making it Levy’s next project and placing the movie just behind Dave Filoni’s The Mandalorian & Grogu film, set for release in May 2026. The development has already altered Levy’s plans, as he was originally set to direct the Boy Band movie starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman.
The Star Wars franchise is undergoing a significant transition. Disney+ recently premiered Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and The Acolyte, while Filoni’s The Mandalorian and Grogu movie has wrapped production. Meanwhile, a new trilogy featuring Daisy Ridley’s Rey is also in the works. Levy’s project could add a fresh standalone story to this evolving cinematic universe, offering a unique vision that diverges from the franchise’s traditional sagas.
This isn’t the first time Gosling’s name has surfaced in Star Wars discussions. Rumours back in 2013 suggested he might join J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but those talks never materialised. Gosling has previously dabbled in science fiction with Blade Runner 2049 and First Man, but if this collaboration with Levy proceeds, it could mark a major milestone in his career.
While no release date has been announced, anticipation for this potential collaboration is already building among fans eager to see what this team could bring to the galaxy far, far away.
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