Star Wars: Seriously, Disney? Ken from Barbie is set to play the lead role in the new movie

The Star Wars fans are truly looking forward to turbulent times. A lot has happened in the past few months, especially on the series front. On the one hand, it solved The Acolyte a huge shitstorm from which ultimately in final out for the ambitious project. On the other hand, the reception was largely positive Skeleton crew subtle hope for the future arises again.

On the big screen, however, things have been looking pretty poor for some time. The premiere of Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker is now almost six years ago. There will also be no new adventure during 2025 George Lucas' star saga come to the cinemas. Although there are several films in preparationbut these are still a while away. Now actually should a Barbie star to help Save Star Wars. Can this work?

Which Star Wars films are coming to cinemas next?

There are currently several films from the Star Wars universe in the works. However, so far there are hardly any more precise details or even concrete start dates. The only thing that is currently certain is that The Mandalorian & Grogu will be released in cinemas on May 21, 2026 – of course again with P Edro Pascal out of The Last of Us and its cute companion.

Furthermore is Director James Mangold after his big one Indiana Jones disaster busy preparing a film that is in many ways take other paths should. That too actually Star Wars project long thought dead Wonder Woman creator Patty Jenkins is probably back on the table.

Oh yes, then there is that one Star Wars film from Deadpool director. There are hardly any details about this yet. All the more surprising is the news that a Barbie star, of all people, is in the same universe as Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader should immerse.

When is Shawn Levy's Star Wars movie coming out?

Similar to what James Mangold wants too Shawn Levy With his film, he is venturing into previously largely unexplored realms of the Star Wars universe. So far he has not revealed any concrete details about the story or the setting. A start date is currently not known. However, it seems the Deadpool director Don't shy away from big names on this project – he gets them Help from Barbie.

According to current reports, intensive discussions are underway about actors Ryan Gosling to get on board for the lead role in the Star Wars film. However, it is not known which character this is.

Source: The Hollywood Reporter