Ryan Gosling Exits Daniels' Untitled Sci-Fi Film

Ryan Gosling has exited an untitled science fiction film directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the Oscar-winning duo known as the Daniels, due to scheduling conflicts that prevented alignment with the project's production timeline. The development, confirmed by industry reports, comes just over a week after Gosling's involvement was first announced on March 26.

The film, produced by Universal Pictures as part of the Daniels' five-year deal with the studio, is set to begin shooting in Los Angeles this summer after receiving a California tax credit. Production could not adjust its start date to accommodate Gosling's commitments, leading to the mutual decision to part ways. The project, described as a fun science fiction action comedy with existential themes, maintains its release date of November 19, 2027. Kwan and Scheinert will produce alongside Jonathan Wang through their Playgrounds banner, with Universal executives Sara Scott and Jacqueline Garell overseeing. Plot details remain under wraps, but the film is expected to feature an ensemble cast, and producers anticipate interest from other actors to fill the lead role Gosling had been negotiating.