\"Star Wars: Starfighter\" is the first feature-length project in the franchise to take place after the events of \"The Rise of Skywalker.\" The film is directed by Shawn Levy (\"Deadpool & Wolverine\"), with a screenplay by Jonathan Tropper (\"The Adam Project\").
The main role is played by Ryan Gosling. The cast also includes Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings, Flynn Gray, and Amy Adams.
According to Levy, the film is neither a prequel nor a sequel — it is a standalone story inspired by the atmosphere of the original \"Star Wars,\" but not directly related to the Skywalker saga.
The plot of the film is kept secret. It is only known that the story centers on new characters, locations, and elements of mythology. Along with the announcement, the first official shot was published: a black-and-white photograph shows Gosling and Gray against the backdrop of a landspeeder.
The premiere of \"Starfighter\" is scheduled for May 28, 2027.