If the deal makes, this would send the project into hyper-drive after two years of development, and make it the next Star Wars movie to go into production.

There are a lot of upcoming Star Wars movies in development, though so far, only The Mandalorian & Grogu has an official release date, arriving in theaters in May 2026. However, one of these unscheduled offerings has just taken a major step forward,

Ryan Gosling may star in Shawn Levy's gestating 'Star Wars' movie which may shoot this fall if everything falls into place

Ryan Gosling could be joining the galaxy far, far away, as the actor is in talks to headline director Shawn Levy’s Star Wars movie. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gosling is “in negotiations” for the lead role,

The movie, Crazy, Stupid, Love, is a charming rom-com that explores themes of love, self-discovery, and second chances. Ryan Gosling's charismatic portrayal of Jacob brings a playful dynamic to the story, while Steve Carell’s character finds himself on an emotional journey of personal growth and unexpected romance.

The Force is with Ryan Gosling. The “Barbie” and “La La Land” star is in negotiations to star in an untitled “Star Wars” movie to be directed by “Deadpool & Wolverine” filmmaker Shawn Levy. More to come.

Little is known about Levy's project, but it could send the Blade Runner and Barbie star to, well, the stars. The future of Star Wars movies is always in an uncertain level of motion, but one of the most mysterious projects among the many mysterious projects Lucasfilm has cooking at the moment might have just taken a major step forward.