Star Wars: Starfighter (2027) — Everything We Know So Far

“Not a prequel. Not a sequel. A new adventure, in a new time.” — Shawn Levy, Director

🎬 Why This Movie Matters

The upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter could mark a new era for the galaxy far, far away.
Not only does it feature Ryan Gosling in the lead role, but it’s also set five years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker — a largely unexplored period in canon.

Director Shawn Levy (known for Deadpool 3 and Stranger Things) has confirmed that the film will not be a traditional prequel or sequel:

“It takes the DNA of Star Wars that we love — myth, emotion, heroism — and applies it in a new way.”
(People.com)

👥 Cast and Production

The official cast list has generated enormous buzz across the fandom. Alongside Ryan Gosling, the ensemble includes Amy Adams, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Matt Smith, and Flynn Gray.
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Lucasfilm’s decision to combine big-name actors with rising stars suggests that Starfighter will blend the gritty tone of Rogue One with the emotional resonance of the Skywalker saga. Filming has officially begun, with sets built on oceanic locations reminiscent of Scarif and Ahch-To.
(Variety.com)

🧩 What Makes Starfighter Unique

• 📍 New Timeline: Set in the post-Sequel Era — fertile ground for new Jedi philosophies and emerging powers.

• 🧬 Fresh Characters: The story will reportedly follow new heroes and villains, not directly tied to the Skywalker lineage.

• ⚡ New Force Ideologies: Rumors suggest the film will explore alternative Force beliefs, echoing themes from Ahsoka and The Acolyte.

• 🎥 Practical Effects Return: Levy confirmed a renewed focus on practical sets and in-camera stunts — “Star Wars, but tactile again.”

Fan theories are already wild: could Amy Adams play a canon version of Mara Jade?
(Inverse.com)

📅 Release Date and Expectations

Star Wars: Starfighter is slated for release on May 28, 2027, globally distributed by Disney.
(StarWars.com)

If production stays on schedule, fans can expect the first teaser trailer by late 2026, with official promotional art and collectibles rolling out soon after.

🌌 Why Fans Should Be Excited

• It’s the first cinematic chapter after the Skywalker saga, signaling the start of a new generation of stories.

• It offers the potential to redefine what “Star Wars” means for modern audiences.

• It reunites the essence of classic Star Wars — myth, rebellion, spirituality — with a contemporary emotional depth.

This could be the moment where Star Wars reclaims its mythic heart while daring to go somewhere completely new.