In an exciting behind-the-scenes moment, Ryan Gosling missed a thrilling helicopter stunt directed by Tom Cruise during the filming of the upcoming movie, Star Wars: Starfighter. The incident unfolded on set while Gosling took a much-needed day off from production.
Tom Cruise’s Helicopter Stunt
During a recent episode of the Happy Sad Confused podcast, hosted by Josh Horowitz, Gosling shared his surprise at missing Cruise’s dramatic entrance. He expressed, “I worked on that movie the whole time, I get one day off … and Shawn sends me a picture of him and Tom Cruise.” This photo caught Gosling off guard as he realized the action happening without him.
A Memorable Day on Set
- Tom Cruise flew his helicopter directly onto the set.
- He took over filming an action scene, surprising the crew.
- Gosling humorously noted the timing of the event as unfortunate.
Levy, who is directing the film, shared the amusing detail that Cruise even entered a muddy pond to film a scene suggested during production. “Now when you see the movie, you’ll know that part of it was shot by Tom,” he remarked, highlighting the hands-on approach of Cruise.
Film Details and Release Date
Star Wars: Starfighter is set five years after the events of Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker. The cast includes notable actors such as Matt Smith, Mia Goth, and Amy Adams. The screenplay is written by Jonathan Tropper, and the film is scheduled to be released on May 28, 2027.
As fans anticipate the film’s release, Gosling’s experience serves as a humorous insight into the unpredictable nature of filmmaking, particularly in the Star Wars universe.
