In a galaxy where wholesome sagas and lightsaber legends rule the cinematic cosmos, Star Wars continues its epic journey through dazzling effects, unforgettable heroes, and lore thicker than a Wookiee’s fur coat. Enter Ryan Reynolds, Hollywood’s mischief maestro, who lobbed a thermal detonator into the Mouse House. While Disney clings to its Parental Guidance rated legacy like Yoda to a Jedi code, Reynolds is teasing something... darker. Grittier. Maybe even... rated R? 

Ryan Reynolds threw a wild curveball—revealing he pitched an R-rated Star Wars mashup to Disney during a podcast bombshell.

Ryan Reynolds dropped a surprising reveal on The Box Office Podcast with Scott Mendelson: he pitched Disney a bold idea—an R-rated Star Wars film. Reynolds explained his vision was not about shock value but using the R rating as a “Trojan Horse” to deliver deeper emotional storytelling. Reynolds said, “And I don't mean R-rated to be vulgar,” emphasizing the focus on complex characters beyond the usual, challenging Disney’s safe bets. With Star Wars’ future bright and The Mandalorian returning, this pitch could shake things up in the galaxy far, far away.

Ryan Reynolds questioned why studios shy away from bold risks, clarifying his R-rated Star Wars pitch is not a vehicle for himself. “I’m not saying I want to be in it. That would be a bad fit,” he noted. Instead, he envisions a creative role behind the scenes, aiming to bring surprise and scarcity back to a galaxy now crowded with content. That same fearless spirit drives his next project: reviving a long-forgotten legendary Canadian team from the 1980s through his film production company.

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Ryan Reynolds’ Maximum Effort is set to resurrect a forgotten Canadian legend from the 1980s—reviving history with a bold splash of nostalgia and cinematic flair.

Ryan Reynolds’ Maximum Effort is about to unleash a thrilling saga of grit and glory with The Great Ones, a five-episode deep dive into the Edmonton Oilers’ unstoppable 1980s dynasty. This series peels back the ice to reveal untold stories from Hall of Famers, fierce rivals, and the unsung heroes behind the scenes. Following the cult success of Welcome to Wrexham, Reynolds continues to champion underdog triumphs, turning forgotten legends into must-watch cinematic gold.

Maximum Effort is joining forces with Score G Productions and Super Channel to bring the Oilers’ legendary story to life, with Emmy-winning Austin Andrews directing and a winter 2027 premiere set. In between juggling projects, Reynolds was seen spending quality time with his wife, Blake Lively, in New York City. And with his bold R-rated Star Wars pitch to Disney, it is clear Reynolds is ready to deliver cinema a perfectly creative jolt.

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