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

Shawn Levy, the director behind Deadpool & Wolverine, is reportedly on the verge of embarking on a journey to a galaxy far, far away, bringing Ryan Gosling along for the ride. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Levy's Star Wars film is in negotiations with Gosling to star. Levy has been developing this project since 2022, with a script in progress since last year. He's re-teaming with Jonathan Tropper, the screenwriter behind This Is Where I Leave You and The Adam Project, both Levy-directed films.

Naturally, details surrounding Levy's Star Wars movie are shrouded in secrecy. There's no information yet on Gosling's potential role or the film's historical placement within the Star Wars timeline. What is known is that the story is unrelated to the Skywalker Saga. The Hollywood Reporter also indicates it's intended as a standalone film, ruling out a trilogy, at least for now.

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Gosling's potential involvement has reportedly accelerated the film's progress. While Levy was initially slated to direct a boy band movie starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, THR suggests that Gosling's commitment would prioritize the Star Wars project, making it Levy's next directorial endeavor with production potentially starting this fall.

The Star Wars universe is currently in a transitional phase. Following the cancellation of The Acolyte, Disney+ recently concluded its latest series, Skeleton Crew. On the film front, Dave Filoni's Mandalorian and Grogu movie completed production in December, targeting a May 22, 2026 release. A new trilogy focusing on Daisy Ridley's Rey from the sequel trilogy is also in the works.

A release date for Levy's Star Wars film remains unannounced, pending its progression this year. For a comprehensive overview of upcoming Star Wars projects, consult our preview of Star Wars in 2025.