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Mark Hamill believes Ryan Gosling is more than capable of carrying the 'Star Wars' legacy without any help from him.
While appearing at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival on 29th October, the 74-year-old 'Star Wars' legend expressed admiration for Gosling's work and said he doesn't feel the actor needs any advice as he steps into a leading role in 'Star Wars: Starfighter.' Hamill, best known for portraying Luke Skywalker, noted that Gosling's talent and charisma make him perfectly suited for the role.
Mark Hamill's Admiration For Ryan Gosling
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The actor shared that his appreciation for Ryan Gosling deepened after seeing the Oscar-nominated star perform in a 'Saturday Night Live' sketch earlier this year. In the April 2024 episode, Gosling and Mikey Day portrayed Beavis and Butt-Head, a performance Mark Hamill described as the best live-action version of the animated character he’s ever seen.
Reflecting on his own journey in the galaxy far, far away, Mark Hamill admitted that the new generation of actors and filmmakers no longer needs guidance from the original cast. Instead, he feels it's time to step back and let the next wave of 'Star Wars' storytellers take the spotlight.
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Mark Hamill's Achievements
At the festival, Hamill was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising his decades-long contribution to film and television, including recent projects such as ‘The Life of Chuck’.
Mark Hamill first appeared as Luke Skywalker in George Lucas's original 1977 film 'Star Wars: A New Hope,' and reprised the role in the sequel trilogy—'The Force Awakens' (2015), 'The Last Jedi'(2017), and 'The Rise of Skywalker' (2019). He last returned to the character in a cameo for 'The Book of Boba Fett' on Disney+ in 2022 and has since expressed contentment with retiring from the role that defined his career.
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More on 'Star Wars: Starfighter'
Meanwhile, 'Star Wars: Starfighter' is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated entries in the franchise's next chapter. Directed by Shawn Levy, the upcoming film features Gosling in the lead and promises an all-new adventure set after the events of 'Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.' Levy revealed that the movie will introduce fresh characters and a new timeline within the 'Star Wars' universe—not a prequel or sequel, but a completely original story rooted in the saga's core themes.
Production on 'Star Wars: Starfighter' is already underway. Levy recently shared a behind-the-scenes image on Instagram showing Gosling and young actor Flynn Gray filming on location in the Mediterranean. The film also stars Amy Adams, Mia Goth, Matt Smith, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Daniel Ings, and Jamael Westman.
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'Star Wars: Starfighter' is slated for a theatrical release on 28th May, 2027, marking the next major chapter in Lucasfilm’s ever-expanding galaxy.
With Gosling stepping into the pilot's seat and Hamill giving his blessing, fans can expect a new era of 'Star Wars' storytelling that bridges legacy with innovation.
