Before her breakthrough role in Anora, Mikey Madison nearly left the neon-lit streets of New York to star in a galaxy far, far away…
Following her standout role in Anora, one of this year’s most buzzed-about movies, Mikey Madison is quickly being recognized as Hollywood’s rising star. At just 26, she already boasts a BAFTA and an Independent Spirit Award, making her a favorite among top directors.
What many fans might not realize is that she came close to joining one of the most legendary film franchises of all time: Star Wars.
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter
Mikey Madison opened up about the thoughtful approach she’s taken to her career since Anora’s release. After the film premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, Madison has been very selective about her next roles, yet she showed interest in some surprising projects.
One was Reptilia, a love story about a dental hygienist who falls for a mermaid, directed by Alejandro Landes. The other? A role in a galaxy far, far away.
For months, quiet rumors have been making rounds in industry circles that Mikey Madison was being considered for a role in the upcoming Star Wars film directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling. Although Madison hasn’t revealed how far she progressed in the casting process,
The speculation was very much real. This Gosling-led project has been in development at Lucasfilm since 2022, with Levy collaborating closely with the studio to create something fresh and unique. During a podcast, Levy hinted at the film’s direction, saying,
“Working on this story made me rethink a lot because Star Wars movies can only revisit certain parts of the timeline so many times. I want to avoid making a film that feels repetitive or one that’s just set up to serve another movie.”
Mikey Madison’s interest in the Star Wars project likely stemmed from the team’s desire to explore new, uncharted territory within the franchise — something that aligns with her reputation for choosing unconventional roles. Although she didn’t land the part, this near opportunity adds an intriguing “what if” chapter to her rapidly growing career.
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Before Anora brought her widespread attention, Madison was already turning heads in Hollywood with roles like Susan Atkins, a Manson follower in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), and a standout performance in Scream 5 (2022).
Now, with offers pouring in and scripts piling up, she may have passed on wielding a lightsaber for the moment, but her future remains full of exciting possibilities.
Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is based on interviews, industry rumors, and publicly available sources. Details about casting and production are subject to change, and some claims may not be officially confirmed. This article aims to provide an informative overview and does not represent any official statements from the actors or studios involved.
