Ryan Gosling is set to star in a highly anticipated Star Wars feature project, with director Shawn Levy at the helm. The film, currently untitled, will be produced by 21 Laps banner and Lucasfilm under Kathleen Kennedy and Lucasfilm’s stewardship.
Details on the project are scarce due to its shroud of secrecy. However, it has been confirmed that the movie is not part of the Skywalker Saga, thus separating it from well-established characters like Luke Skywalker and his father Anakin.
The film is intended as a standalone movie, with sources indicating that Gosling’s involvement came at a late stage in Levy’s production schedule, replacing an initial boy band movie project. The project is now poised to move forward, potentially starting production this fall if a deal materializes.
Gosling will bring his presence to the galaxy far, far away, marking a rare occasion of a high-profile actor joining a Star Wars feature. This marks a significant departure from previous Star Wars films that often featured up-and-coming talent or established stars in key roles.
In a past rumor, Gosling was reportedly considered for a part in the sequel series years ago but never materialized. His new role comes as he recently completed projects such as Universal’s “Fall Guy” and Phil Lord and Chris Miller’s “Project Hail Marry.”
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