Star Wars: Starfighter Begins Production with Star-Studded Cast Including Amy Adams & Matt Smith

According to an announcement by Lucasfilm, production has officially commenced on Star Wars: Starfighter, with a high-profile cast revealed that includes Amy Adams, Matt Smith, Mia Goth and several other notable names. 

Lucasfilm confirms that the film is a brand-new standalone chapter in the Star Wars universe, not connected to the Skywalker saga. 

The production began filming in the UK, and the full cast announcement reveals a wide array of talent. Alongside previously confirmed Ryan Gosling, the cast now includes Flynn Gray, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings, Mia Goth, Amy Adams and Matt Smith. 

The film is scheduled for release on May 28, 2027. 

Why It Matters:

It represents a major expansion of the Star Wars franchise into new characters and timelines.

The involvement of Amy Adams and Matt Smith signals a commitment to big-name talent and broader appeal.

For fans of the saga and for ScreenPicks readers, this is a key moment in cinematic sci-fi and franchise storytelling.

What to Watch For:

How the narrative will differentiate itself from prior Star Wars films — since this is set in a previously unexplored era.

Early footage, concept images, and how the set design emphasizes the standalone nature of the story.

Marketing strategy: whether the film will lean on the new cast or on the Star Wars brand legacy.

Source:

Reuters — Matt Smith, Amy Adams added to cast of ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ 

GamesRadar — Deadpool & Wolverine director’s Star Wars movie Starfighter shares fir

st look and confirms new casting