‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Taps Matt Smith In Lead Villain Role

Matt Smith has joined the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter.

News August 5, 2025 3:05 pmOctober 14, 2026 9:13 pm Caleb Williams
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Today, a report announced that actor Matt Smith has joined the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter. He is set to play the main villain opposite co-stars Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth. It’s unknown what character Smith will be playing. Ironically, Smith was once eyed to star as a villain in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker before the character was cut completely (via IGN). Smith is best known for appearing in Doctor Who, Morbius, and, most recently, House of the Dragon. Shawn Levy has been tapped by Lucasfilm to direct the film with a screenplay by frequent collaborator Jonathan Tropper. Production begins later this fall.

Star Wars: Starfighter will fly into theaters on May 28th, 2027

Key Takeaways
  • Actor Matt Smith has been cast as the lead villain in the upcoming movie Star Wars: Starfighter.
  • Smith will star alongside co-stars Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth in the film directed by Shawn Levy.
  • Production for Star Wars: Starfighter begins this fall, leading up to its theatrical release on May 28th, 2027.
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Source: Deadline

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