Star Wars Could Be Suited for an Adult-Oriented Rating, According to Ryan Reynolds
Tossing a Curveball with an R-Rated 'Star Wars'? Ryan Reynolds Suggests Just That!
After the success of shows like Andor, fans are itching for more adventurous and gritty storytelling from the Star Wars galaxy. And it seems our wish might have found an unexpected advocate – Ryan Reynolds! In a chat on The Box Office podcast, the charismatic fellow behind Marvel's Deadpool opined, "Why not go for an R-rated Star Wars property?"
Apparently, Reynolds didn't have a specific concept in mind, but rather pitched the idea as a breath of fresh air for the series. He explained, "I'm thinking going all-in on emotion, not just vomiting graphic content." Despite his assertions, he didn't proposition himself for the role, but rather expressed interest in producing or writing such a daring undertaking.
It's worth noting that Star Wars has largely stayed within the realm of family-friendly entertainment since its inception. From moderating violence to keeping the overt sexual content implicit, the franchise has walked a fine line. However, recent forays with Andor and The Acolyte make it clear that Star Wars is ready to dip its toe in more mature waters. The question now is whether Disney will take the plunge and how the audience will respond if they do.
Here's to some thought-provoking discussions either way!
[Sources: 1 - The Hollywood Reporter; 2 - Deadline; 4 - Variety]
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- Intriguingly, the suggestions from Ryan Reynolds for an R-rated Star Wars property have stirred up excitement among fans, who have recently seen more mature storytelling from Star Wars with shows like Andor and The Acolyte.
- Gizmodo, known for its coverage of technology, movies, and entertainment, is eager to report on the potential of a grittier Star Wars series, as Reynolds' ideas could open up a new dimension in the franchise's history.
- As discussions about an R-rated Star Wars project continue, movie enthusiasts can follow the latest developments on Movies-and-TV sections of websites like io9 and Variety, which have been covering the Star Wars universe extensively.
