Star Wars is one of the biggest franchises on the planet right now, and it has featured some major stars in both its films and shows. But could even bigger names be added to the roster? Perhaps Dakota Johnson or Henry Cavill? Fans would also love to see Zendaya or Jesse Plemons in prominent Star Wars roles.
Here is a roundup of all the rumored stars who are reportedly being eyed for the Star Wars franchise.
List of all actors rumored for Star Wars roles
Dakota Johnson
According to insider Daniel Richtman (via Cosmic Marvel), Dakota Johnson is reportedly being eyed for a major role in the Star Wars franchise. Everything about this secret Star Wars project remains under wraps for now.
Johnson recently appeared in Celine Song’s Materialists and has several upcoming projects. She could also end up joining her Materialists co-star Pedro Pascal in the Star Wars universe.
Zendaya
Zendaya is already a leading lady in two major franchises: Spider-Man and Dune. Now, according to scooper @MyTimeToShineH, the Euphoria actress is being considered for a role in the Star Wars franchise.
There is no information yet about which role or project she is being considered for. But given Zendaya’s star power, she is one of the most bankable talents right now, especially for a large-scale project like Star Wars.
Jesse Plemons
One of Hollywood’s most versatile actors, Jesse Plemons, is reportedly set to play a major villain in Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars movie, according to industry insider Daniel Richtman. The untitled film will introduce a host of new characters, and reportedly, several other big names will join the cast. Ryan Gosling is also said to be part of the project.
Henry Cavill
According to My Time to Shine, Hello, Henry Cavill met with Lucasfilm in November 2024 to discuss a possible Star Wars role. Although there have been no major updates since then, multiple Star Wars projects are in development, and Cavill could be cast in one of them.
Given Cavill’s fan following, his addition to the franchise could prove immensely profitable.
More information regarding these casting rumors is expected to surface soon.
