Mia Goth boards ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ opposite Ryan Gosling

Mia Goth is heading to a galaxy far, far away. The critically acclaimed actor, best known for her standout performances in X, Pearl, and Suspiria, has officially joined the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter—the highly-anticipated sci-fi adventure starring Ryan Gosling.

What to expect from the new Star Wars: Starfighter film

Directed by Deadpool 3 helmer Shawn Levy and scripted by Jonathan Tropper (This Is Where I Leave You), the film promises a fresh take on the Star Wars legacy. The story will explore new characters and settings, unlinked to the Skywalker saga. It’s set approximately five years after the events of Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019).

While plot details remain tightly under wraps, Mia’s role is being kept secret, sparking fan speculation across Reddit threads and social media. Given her range—from horror to arthouse to historical drama—it’s safe to say she’s expected to bring a serious edge to whichever corner of the galaxy her character hails from. Production on Star Wars: Starfighter is expected to begin by the end of 2025, with a theatrical release set for May 28, 2027. The film is part of Lucasfilm’s wider plan to revitalise the Star Wars cinematic universe with original storytelling and character arcs beyond the franchise’s usual legacy figures.

This marks a major blockbuster pivot for Mia, who is quickly becoming one of Hollywood’s most in-demand talents. She’s already set to appear in Guillermo del Toro’s reimagining of Frankenstein, starring alongside Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac. That’s not all—she’s also been cast in The Odyssey, an ambitious adaptation of Homer’s epic by none other than Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan. The film boasts an A-list ensemble including Matt Damon, Zendaya, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson. As Mia steps into the Star Wars universe, fans can expect her to bring an unpredictable, magnetic presence—exactly the kind of energy a new era of Jedi (or Sith?) might just need.