"Ryan Gosling in Talks for Star Wars Film by Deadpool & Wolverine Director"

Exciting news for fans of the galaxy far, far away: Shawn Levy, the director behind *Deadpool & Wolverine*, might soon be venturing into the Star Wars universe, and he's reportedly bringing Ryan Gosling along for the journey. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Levy's Star Wars project has entered negotiations with Ryan Gosling to take on a starring role. Since 2022, Levy has been developing this film, with a script crafted by Jonathan Tropper, his collaborator on *This Is Where I Leave You* and *The Adam Project*.

While details about Levy's Star Wars movie remain tightly under wraps, it's known that the film will not be part of the Skywalker Saga and is intended as a standalone story. This means it won't spawn a trilogy, offering a fresh narrative within the expansive Star Wars universe. There's no information yet on the character Gosling might portray or the specific era in which the film is set.

The involvement of Ryan Gosling has seemingly 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 is expected to commence this fall, taking precedence over the other project.

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Star Wars is currently navigating a transitional phase. 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* 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 Levy's Star Wars movie, no release date has been announced yet, pending the confirmation of Gosling's involvement and further developments. 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.