Star Wars May Be Aiming for an R-Rating, according to Ryan Reynolds' opinion.
Ryan Reynolds Tosses Out Idea for R-Rated Star Wars
Ever since Andor, folks can't get enough of Star Wars taking some bold, thematic chances. And it seems that Ryan Reynolds, the man behind Marvel's Deadpool, couldn't agree more. In a recent episode of The Box Office podcast, Reynolds discusses the possibility of an R-rated Star Wars venture.
"Why don't we do an R-rated Star Wars property?" Reynolds mused, throwing the idea out there. This wasn't a specific proposal, but more of a gentle nudge for Disney to consider something out of the ordinary. He reckons it doesn't have to be gritty and graphic to be gripping; rather, the emphasis should be on the emotional heft.
You might wonder if Reynolds would be a part of this potential project, but fear not – he's not eyeing a lightsaber just yet. Instead, he's keen on producing or writing such content, looking to lend his touch to a fresh, mature Star Wars tale.
For years, Star Wars has kept it clean and family-friendly, with Revenge of the Sith being its first PG-13 movie way back in 2005. When it comes to violence, the franchise has always toned things down. As for romance, things have been fairly implicit, but recent ventures like Andor and The Acolyte have pushed the envelope in terms of explicit content. It's only a matter of time before the whole galaxy faces the consequences if Disney decides to venture into adult territory fully.
So, what does this mean for Star Wars? Will Disney take the R-rated plunge? Will audiences embrace it? Whatever form it takes, it's certain to spark debates, both for and against.
via The Hollywood Reporter
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Enrichment Data:
### Overview: Ryan Reynolds' Pitch Ryan Reynolds has, indeed, floated the idea of an R-rated Star Wars project to Disney. During an interview on The Box Office Podcast, Reynolds expressed his interest in exploring an R-rated Star Wars concept, emphasizing the importance of emotional weight over explicit content[1][2][3].
### Disney's Consideration While Disney has received Reynolds' pitch, there is no official confirmation on whether they have decided to pursue the project[4]. The success of mature content like Andor suggests that Disney might be open to tapping into deeper themes within the Star Wars universe[3][4].
### Reynolds' Vision Reynolds views an R-rating as a means to dig deeper into emotional complexities rather than focusing solely on violence or vulgarity. Reynolds' experience with successful R-rated movies such as Deadpool and Deadpool 2 gives him a feel for balancing mature themes with engaging storytelling[1][3]. However, Reynolds has confirmed that he does not intend to star in such a project[5].
- Gizmodo might share the news about Ryan Reynolds' proposal for an R-rated Star Wars project, discussing the potential for emotional depth in mature content.
- Io9 could explore the implications of Disney's possible decision to venture into adult territory with Star Wars, comparing it to successful R-rated films like Deadpool.
- Movies-and-TV section of Entertainment Weekly could evaluate the viability and public reaction to an R-rated Star Wars movie, citing Reynolds' emphasis on emotional heft and his experience with R-rated films.
