Shawn Levy, director of Deadpool and Wolverine, is reportedly in talks to helm a new Star Wars film, with Ryan Gosling potentially starring. The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that negotiations are underway for Gosling's involvement. Levy has been developing this project since 2022, collaborating again with screenwriter Jonathan Tropper (This Is Where I Leave You, The Adam Project).
Details remain shrouded in secrecy. The plot is confirmed to be separate from the Skywalker Saga, and the film is intended as a standalone feature, rather than the first installment of a trilogy. Gosling's role and the film's time period within the Star Wars timeline are currently undisclosed.
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Gosling's potential casting has accelerated the project's timeline. While Levy was previously attached to direct a boy band film starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the Star Wars movie is now slated to be his next project, with production potentially commencing this fall.
The Star Wars franchise is currently undergoing a transition. Following the cancellation of The Acolyte, Skeleton Crew recently concluded its run on Disney+. On the film front, Dave Filoni's Mandalorian and Grogu movie completed filming in December, targeting a May 22, 2026 release. A new trilogy centered on Daisy Ridley's Rey is also in the works.
A release date for Levy's Star Wars film remains unannounced, pending the confirmation of its progression this year. For a comprehensive overview of upcoming Star Wars projects, consult our 2025 preview.