Lucasfilm announced a new "Star Wars" film starring Ryan Gosling during a panel at Star Wars Celebration in Japan this week titled "Star Wars: Starfighter," and is expected to be released in 2027. Gosling's involvement in a "Star Wars" film had been rumored for a few months and was confirmed by the actor - who made a surprise appearance - along with Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni.

Ryan Gosling is officially joining the Star Wars universe, confirming his role in Shawn Levy’s new film at the franchise's event in Tokyo, Japan, on Thursday, April 17

The Star Wars feature project that teams Ryan Gosling with director Shawn Levy has a name and a release date. Star Wars: Starfighter will open on May 28, 2027. That’s just three weeks after fellow mega-Disney title, Avengers: Secret Wars, which bows on May 7, 2027.