Star Wars Movie From Deadpool & Wolverine Director Could Star Ryan Gosling

Exciting news for fans of the Star Wars universe: Shawn Levy, the acclaimed director behind Deadpool & Wolverine, is reportedly in talks to helm a new Star Wars film, and he's looking to collaborate with none other than Ryan Gosling. According to The Hollywood Reporter, negotiations are underway to bring Gosling into the fold for this eagerly anticipated project. Levy has been crafting this Star Wars venture since 2022, with script development kicking off last year. He's teaming up once again with Jonathan Tropper, the screenwriter behind This Is Where I Leave You and The Adam Project, both of which Levy directed.

While details about the plot remain tightly under wraps, it's confirmed that this film will not be part of the iconic Skywalker Saga. Instead, it's set to be a standalone story, exploring a new corner of the Star Wars universe. There's no information yet on the character Gosling might portray or the specific era in which the story will unfold.

The involvement of Ryan Gosling has significantly accelerated the project's timeline. Originally, Levy was slated to direct a boy band movie featuring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. However, if Gosling officially signs on, production on the Star Wars film will take priority, with filming set to commence in the fall.

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Star Wars is currently navigating a period of transition. Following the cancellation of The Acolyte, Disney Plus introduced its latest series, Skeleton Crew, which recently concluded its run. On the cinematic front, Dave Filoni's The Mandalorian and Grogu movie completed filming in December and is slated for release on May 22, 2026. Additionally, a new trilogy centered around Daisy Ridley's Rey from the sequel trilogy is in the works.

As for Shawn Levy's Star Wars project, no release date has been announced yet, but with Gosling's potential involvement, the film is poised to move forward this year. For a comprehensive look at what's on the horizon for the Star Wars universe, be sure to check out our preview of Star Wars in 2025.