Tom Cruise Joins Star Wars: Starfighter for Epic Lightsaber Duel

Star Wars: Starfighter's Anticipated Return

Star Wars fans are buzzing with excitement as the franchise prepares for its much-anticipated cinematic return. Although the journey begins with The Mandalorian & Grogu, the real highlight is set for 2027, which marks the 50th anniversary of the original Star Wars: A New Hope. This milestone will coincide with the release of Star Wars: Starfighter, the first film to take place after the sequel trilogy.

Directed by Shawn Levy and featuring Ryan Gosling in a pivotal role, Starfighter promises to be one of the most exciting entries in the franchise in years. The recent behind-the-scenes revelations have only amplified the hype.

A Hollywood Moment with Tom Cruise

In an interview with the New York Times, Shawn Levy revealed that the set of Starfighter attracted several Hollywood luminaries, including none other than Tom Cruise. In a memorable visit, Cruise descended by helicopter, accompanied by the energetic Mission: Impossible theme blaring from speakers. In a humorous twist, Levy jokingly suggested that Cruise should try his hand at filming, a suggestion that Cruise enthusiastically embraced.

A Unique Lightsaber Duel

During that visit, Levy was orchestrating a lightsaber duel in a muddy pond scene, and to everyone's surprise, Cruise filmed part of it himself. Levy remarked, “Now when you see the movie, you’ll know that part of it was shot by Tom. I mean, how cool is that?” The presence of lightsabers on set indicates that this wasn't just background action but a genuine duel, suggesting that the Jedi legacy will continue to play a crucial role.

Insights into Starfighter's Lore

While lightsabers have traditionally been associated with Jedi and Sith, the Star Wars universe has seen an expansion in its lore. The characters played by Matt Smith and Mia Goth hint at possible dark Jedi or Sith motifs, aligning with modern storylines introduced in Ahsoka.

Set five years after The Rise of Skywalker, Starfighter aims to explore what the galaxy looks like in a post-sequel landscape. With lightsabers back in action, the film suggests that the Jedi haven't faded into myth just yet.

As for Gosling's character, he is largely described as a pilot. However, Star Wars often connects exceptional piloting with the Force, so there's buzz that he could be a former Jedi or a Force-sensitive pilot, although this remains speculative for now.

The unexpected involvement of Tom Cruise in a lightsaber duel adds an exciting twist to the upcoming Starfighter, and fans can’t wait to see the finished product.

Source: GeekTyrant