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Let’s be honest—theStar Warsuniverse is so expansive that the possibilities feel infinite. So, when the tantalizing rumor surfaced nearly 10 years ago that Ryan Gosling might play Luke Skywalker’s son inEpisode VII, fans went absolutely wild. Now, don’t go waving your Jedi hand too quickly, because while this might sound like an outlandish rumor from a galaxy far, far away, it has more than a little spark of truth behind it.
Disney had reportedly been eyeing Gosling and Zac Efron forStar Wars: The Force Awakens. In this imagined scenario, theLa La Landstar would step into the role of Luke Skywalker’s son. Yes, Mark Hamill’s Luke, now the wise, reclusive Jedi in The Last Jedi after going into hiding, would have been passing the torch to a new generation—and Gosling was the chosen one (well, almost).
What? Ryan Gosling almost played Luke Skywalker’s son inThe Force Awakens?
Let’s rewind a bit.Star Wars: The Force Awakenswas already a monumental success, grossing a whopping$2.07 billion worldwide. It broke box-office records and left fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter. But what if the narrative had played out differently? What if Ryan Gosling, had taken the reins as the heir to the Skywalker legacy?
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The idea that Disney was seriously considering Gosling for a role that would tie him to the iconic lineage of Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) is mind-blowing (perCollider).The Force Awakensis set 30 years afterReturn of the Jedi,so it’s only logical that the Skywalker bloodline would continue to be front and center in the galactic drama. And though Gosling’s potential involvement never materialized, the ripple effects of this revelation are hard to ignore.
But there’s new hope on the horizon. The buzz is back—Shawn Levy, known for his work onStranger ThingsandFree Guy,is set to direct a newStar Warsmovie (perTHR) that could finally break a 10-year-long wait for fans eager for freshStar Warscontent. If this deal goes through, we could see the first newStar Warsinstallment under Levy’s helm, bringing a long-anticipated breath of fresh air into the franchise.
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TheDeadpoolandWolverinedirector, Shawn Levy, is at the helm of the nextStar Warsmovie, and it seems like this one’s ready to break the mold. The project has been in development since 2022, with Jonathan Tropper working on the script for over a year. Unlike previousStar Warsflicks, this one will not be a part of the Skywalker Saga, and it promises to be a standalone chapter in the saga. We learned this from THR.
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But here’s where things get interesting: Levy’s been courtingRyan Goslingfor the lead role. According to sources, the deal was a late-game twist that pushed the project into high gear. The actor’s interest has sparked new life into thisStar Warsinstallment, and now, cameras could be rolling as soon as fall 2025.
And yet, it’s not all about Gosling. Levy’sStar Warsmovie is rumored to take a fresh direction—detaching itself from the Skywalker family and perhaps even from the Jedi-Sith conflict we’ve grown so familiar with.
While the franchise has mostly showcased rising stars or seasoned character actors, a big name like Gosling could bring a fresh dynamic to the galaxy.
Star Wars: The Force Awakensis currently streaming on Disney+.
Siddhika Prajapati
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With over 3,300 articles carved into the digital walls of FandomWire, Siddhika Prajapati excels at creating, curating, and elevating engaging stories. She takes pride in giving these stories a home and, of course, she’s got a Google Knowledge Panel to prove it!Whether it’s reviewing the latest drop on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV+, or analyzing the cultural echoes of a streaming hit on Paramount+ or Max, Siddhika is always writing three steps ahead of the discourse.
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