Los Angeles, April 16, 2025 – The Star Wars universe is abuzz with a thrilling rumor that Oscar-winning actress Mikey Madison may join the cast of an upcoming untitled Star Wars film directed by Shawn Levy. The scoop, shared by entertainment journalist Jeff Sneider on X and detailed on his website, The InSneider, suggests that Madison, riding high from her Best Actress win for Anora at the 2025 Oscars, is being eyed for a prominent role. The project, featuring Ryan Gosling in the lead, is generating buzz ahead of Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo this week.
HOT RUMOR: Oscar winner MIKEY MADISON eyed for role in Shawn Levy’s STAR WARS movie starring Ryan Gosling…https://t.co/z6Om2mm0L5
— Jeff Sneider (@TheInSneider) April 16, 2025
Sneider’s report indicates that the film is in the early casting phase, with Levy and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy at the helm. Written by Jonathan Tropper, the story is expected to take place five to six years after Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. Madison’s potential role could see her portraying a key female character alongside a 15-year-old protagonist, his mother, and two antagonists. Her recent Oscar success has made her a hot commodity, and this move into the sci-fi epic could redefine her career path.
Ryan Gosling’s casting as the lead has already sparked excitement, with many viewing it as a bold move to rejuvenate the franchise. Levy, celebrated for Deadpool & Wolverine, is expected to infuse the film with his distinctive storytelling flair. The potential collaboration between Levy, Gosling, and Madison has fans eagerly anticipating a fresh narrative in the galaxy far, far away.
