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The Star Wars franchise has been expanding beyond the Skywalker saga, introducing fresh stories set in different timelines and corners of the galaxy. While Disney’s recent focus has been on streaming series like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, feature films remain a key part of Lucasfilm’s strategy.
One of the most anticipated upcoming projects is a standalone Star Wars film directed by Shawn Levy, known for Deadpool & Wolverine and Stranger Things. The film is set to star Ryan Gosling, marking his entry into the Star Wars universe. Though details remain scarce, recent updates from producer Kathleen Kennedy shed light on the timeline and approach of the film.
Shawn Levy’s Star Wars Film is Not a Prequel
In a recent interview with Deadline, Star Wars and Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy confirmed that Levy’s film will take place five to six years after the events of The Rise of Skywalker. While the story will primarily introduce new characters, there is a possibility that some sequel-era figures might return. “Shawn’s is a standalone Star Wars story that’ll take place post-Episode IX… maybe five or six years out,” Kennedy stated. “We may bring some of the characters back from the sequel saga, but pretty much new characters.”
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