Ryan Gosling exits Everything Everywhere All at Once directors' next film

Actor Ryan Gosling stepped away from a major upcoming film by the Daniels, leaving questions about casting and the project's future.

In Short

• Ryan Gosling left Daniels’ film due to scheduling conflicts
• Universal shifted release date from June to November 2027
• Daniels planned summer filming in Los Angeles

Actor Ryan Gosling has exited the upcoming film from the Oscar-winning directing duo behind Everything Everywhere All at Once, marking a shift in one of Hollywood’s most closely watched projects. The actor was previously attached to star in the untitled feature from Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as the Daniels.

The departure, confirmed by Variety, comes down to scheduling conflicts, with Ryan Gosling unable to align his commitments with the film’s production timeline. The project, backed by Universal Pictures, had already undergone a release date change, further complicating plans to begin filming later this year.

Why did Ryan Gosling leave the project?

Gosling’s packed schedule appears to be the primary reason behind his exit. Following an extensive global press tour for his recent sci-fi outing, Project Hail Mary, the actor could not accommodate the Daniels’ filming window in Los Angeles this summer.

Despite attempts to adjust timelines, the production could not be reworked to fit his availability. The film had initially been slated for a June 2027 release before being pushed to November 2027.

What happens to the Daniels’ film now?

The project, still untitled, remains in development under Universal, with Kwan and Scheinert continuing as directors and producers alongside Jonathan Wang. The duo, who rose to global acclaim with Everything Everywhere All at Once, are expected to move forward with casting a replacement.

Their previous film earned widespread recognition, grossing over USD 100 million globally and securing seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The Daniels first gained attention with their 2016 debut Swiss Army Man.

What’s next for Ryan Gosling?

While Gosling steps away from this project, he remains committed to other major releases. He is set to star in Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy, marking another high-profile addition to his filmography.

Meanwhile, Project Hail Mary has performed strongly at the US box office, earning over USD 334 million worldwide since its release, reinforcing Gosling’s current box office momentum.

The Daniels continue to develop their next feature under their Playgrounds banner, maintaining their partnership with Universal despite the casting change. Further details about the project remain under wraps.

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