In recent years, the dynamic collaborations between Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds have taken center stage. From Deadpool to The Adam Project and even the upcoming Deadpool 3 with Hugh Jackman, they have worked together countless times. There is no doubt that the director and the actor get along famously. However, another connection between the two seemed to have been overlooked. It is their shared love for the blockbuster franchise, Star Wars.

In a time-capsule revelation, Reynolds passionately expressed his profound love for the franchise. He also provided his fans with a glimpse into his deep-rooted connection with the iconic space saga.

Ryan Reynolds expresses his love for Star Wars

Back in 2011, Ryan Reynolds made his way to WonderCon to promote his Green Lantern film. He was there with his co-star and now wife, Blake Lively. While he was there to talk about his first-ever superhero flick, the 47-year-old ended up geeking out over his love for George Lucas’ creation. The actor told Popsugar TV that he “grew up a Star Wars kid.”

During the conversation, he went on to say that the space epic had “transported” him and made him want to be an actor. Ryan Reynolds also called Green Lantern, “the opportunity of a lifetime” as he felt like he had to bring to life a version of “Chuck Yeager and Han Solo.” While his feelings towards his film have changed over time, his love for Lucas’ franchise has not diminished in the least.

It might even be one of the common interests he shares with the director of his upcoming film. However, even though Ryan Reynolds’ love has stayed the same, Shawn Levy has taken it to a whole other level recently.

Shawn Levy set to direct a Star Wars film

Earlier this year, Shawn Levy revealed that he had been taken on board to be one of the directors for a Star Wars film. While he already had his hands full with Deadpool 3, Stranger Things, and Netflix’s All The Light We Cannot See, it was an opportunity he could not turn down. After accepting it, he revealed that he was permitted to add his special brand of storytelling to it.

His revelations have left fans eagerly anticipating lightsaber duels and interstellar drama. Although there has been no release date announced, one thing is for sure. It is a fact that Shawn Levy’s directorial journey through the Star Wars cosmos will be an unforgettable adventure in a galaxy filled with endless possibilities.

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