Star Wars Might Be Primed for an R-Rated Classification, According to Ryan Reynolds
Star Wars enthusiasts may be eager for the franchise to explore bolder, more adult themes, as hinted by Ryan Reynolds, the star of Marvel's Deadpool series. In a recent episode of The Box Office podcast, Reynolds disclosed that he had pitched an idea for an R-rated Star Wars property to Disney.
He explained that this pitch was more about venturing into emotionally intense and mature storytelling rather than a specific concept. Reynolds suggested that such a project wouldn't necessitate high-profile characters or be overly crude. Instead, it would aim for a deeper, more nuanced narrative, using the R-rating as a vehicle for emotion rather than vulgarity.
Interestingly, Reynolds indicated that he does not envision himself starring in this potential project. Instead, he expressed interest in producing or writing the script for such a venture.
Despite Reynolds' suggestion, Star Wars has traditionally been a family-friendly franchise, with violence and sexual content being carefully managed. The recent exploration of more adult themes in shows like Andor and The Acolyte signifies a shift, suggesting there is an audience ready for more mature Star Wars stories. Yet, it remains unclear whether Disney will greenlight such a project, and if they do, how the public will respond.
[Via The Hollywood Reporter]
This discussion around an R-rated Star Wars property/experiment comes as Disney's Star Wars content begins to delve into more adult themes. The success of series like Andor indicates a growing appetite for mature storytelling within the Star Wars galaxy. Nevertheless, an official R-rated Star Wars property has not been announced or confirmed by Disney as of yet.
- Gizmodo might cover the growing interest in mature Star Wars stories, given the hints from Ryan Reynolds about an R-rated Star War property he pitched to Disney.
- In the realm of future entertainment, io9 could speculate on how an R-rated Star Wars project, if it comes to fruition, might shape the movies-and-tv landscape.
- As discussions around an R-rated Star Wars property heat up, Entertainment Weekly might analyze how such a film could challenge the family-friendly image previously associated with the franchise.
