**Star Wars: The Comeback with Starfighter and Tom Cruise’s Surprise Appearance**
After a five-year break, the cherished *Star Wars* franchise is making a spectacular comeback to cinemas with the eagerly awaited film, *The Mandalorian and Grogu*. Following this launch, fans can look forward to *Starfighter*, set to premiere in 2027. Directed by Shawn Levy, recognized for his work on *Deadpool Vs Wolverine*, *Starfighter* is poised to be an exhilarating addition to the *Star Wars* galaxy.
In a recent chat with *The New York Times*, Levy offered thoughts on the immense pressure and excitement tied to crafting a new *Star Wars* chapter. This film is particularly remarkable as it stars Ryan Gosling and, interestingly, showcases a scene filmed by none other than Hollywood legend Tom Cruise.
Levy recounted the astonishing moment when Cruise arrived on the *Starfighter* set in November. As the cast greeted Cruise with the iconic *Mission Impossible* theme, Levy prepared for a lightsaber duel in a muddy lake. When Levy humorously proposed that Cruise might help with the filming, the actor took it to heart. In an unforeseen twist, Cruise leaped into the water, camera in tow, eager to capture the ideal shot, regardless of the risk to his shoes.
Levy noted, “Now, when you view the movie, you’ll realize that part of it was filmed by Tom. I mean, how amazing is that?” This light-hearted exchange not only highlights Cruise’s commitment but also adds a distinctive element to the film’s production tale.
The revelation of a lightsaber duel in *Starfighter* has fans buzzing with theories regarding the presence of Jedi in the film, set a few years after *Rise of Skywalker*. While the inclusion of lightsabers does not definitively confirm the presence of Jedi, it does imply that characters connected to the Force may indeed play a pivotal role in the storyline.
Questions linger about who will be partaking in these duels and their motivations. Could *Starfighter* potentially be *Star Wars* Episode 10, as some fans have theorized? Will recognizable characters like Rey make an appearance? As excitement grows, moviegoers will have to wait for more information, which is expected to arise leading up to the film’s release next year. For now, fans can delight in the fact that *Starfighter* is evolving into a significant chapter in the *Star Wars* saga, complete with a touch of unexpected celebrity involvement that enhances its allure.
