Star Wars is scratching its Han Solo itch in 2027 with the rumored introduction of his replacement in a high-profile big-screen outing from Lucasfilm. Harrison Ford's Han Solo is one of the most iconic characters in the Star Wars franchise, known as the ultimate charming scoundrel who embodies the relatable everyman trope in the galaxy far, far away. Over the original trilogy, Han evolved from a self-interested outlaw to a selfless hero. Disney has repeatedly tried to fill the Han Solo void, introducing the likes of Poe Dameron in the sequel trilogy and even Din Djarin in The Mandalorian, but none have fully captured Han's specific mix of wit, roguishness, and reluctant heroism. According to a scoop from Making Star Wars, Ryan Gosling is playing a character named Cade in 2027's Star Wars: Starfighter, described as a "rogue Han Solo-style" protagonist. While this is a rumor, it's safe to assume that Disney and Star Wars are renewing their efforts to introduce their own Han Solo replacement in 2027 with the arrival of Ryan Gosling's character. Read full article on The Direct.