Lucasfilm has officially announced an exciting addition to the Star Wars saga with "Star Wars: Starfighter," a brand-new film set to hit theaters on May 28, 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on "Deadpool & Wolverine," the film will star Ryan Gosling in a new role set five years after the events of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." The announcement came during Star Wars Celebration, with production slated to begin this fall.

While details about "Star Wars: Starfighter" remain limited, we know that Ryan Gosling will portray a brand-new character, adding fresh excitement to the franchise. This news is sure to help fans plan their Memorial Day 2027 celebrations around this much-anticipated release.

In a touching moment shared at the event, Gosling revealed that his mother sent him a nostalgic photo of his childhood Star Wars bedsheets upon learning of his casting, highlighting his lifelong passion for the galaxy far, far away.

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"Star Wars: Starfighter" will be part of an exciting new wave of Star Wars films, joining "The Mandalorian & Grogu" and other projects directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg. Fans of the franchise will have much to look forward to in the coming years.

The name "Star Wars: Starfighter" might ring a bell for some, as it was also the title of a popular game released back in 2001, adding a nostalgic touch to the new film's announcement.

For more updates and exciting news, be sure to check out the highlights from Star Wars Celebration's "The Mandalorian & Grogu" panel, including our detailed breakdown of the showcased footage and the announcement that filming for "Ahsoka Season 2" will commence soon.