Actor Ryan Gosling is reportedly in talks to star in a new Star Wars movie, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The actor is best known for his roles in films such as “The Notebook” and “La La Land,” and his potential casting is a major departure from the usual Star Wars casting, which usually focuses on more established franchise stars.
The film, which is being directed by Shawn Levy, was first reported to be in development in 2022, and it is expected to be a standalone movie that is not connected to the main Skywalker saga. The project is still in the early stages, with filming potentially starting as early as this year.
Gosling’s involvement in the project was first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, and has since been corroborated by Variety and Deadline. It’s worth noting that the report only says that Gosling is in talks for the role, so he hasn’t been officially confirmed as a part of the project.
Ryan Gosling is no stranger to big-budget franchise films, having appeared in “Blade Runner 2049” alongside Harrison Ford. He has also expressed his love for sci-fi, making him a fan favorite for this potential Star Wars role. The franchise has faced some criticism in recent years for not doing enough to attract new, diverse audiences, so this could be an opportunity for the franchise to branch out and try something new.
The report also indicates that filming for the project could start as early as this fall, which would be the first time a Star Wars film has gone into production in three years. With the highly-anticipated “The Mandalorian and Grogu” set to release in 2026, fans are eagerly awaiting more information about this new Star Wars project, which could bring a fresh take on the beloved franchise.
