Ryan Gosling Reportedly Set to Play Ghost Rider in a New Marvel Studios Movie
Fans have waited for years to hear any news of Ryan Gosling Ghost Rider and now they’ve finally been put to rest on the speculation. In a surprise announcement at the Marvel Studios panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Marvel Studios has revealed that Ryan Gosling will be starring in a new Ghost Rider movie. The project is slated for a 2028 theatrical release and will mark Gosling’s first appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), with Levy directing.
Marvel is not only giving Ghost Rider his own standalone film instead of another surprise cameo, which indicates the supernatural side of the MCU could be more of a focus in the coming years.
Why is the casting of Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider such a big deal?
Ryan Gosling has been talking about wanting to play Ghost Rider for a few years now. The actor revealed there were discussions with Marvel earlier in 2026, keeping fans’ hopes alive. Those discussions have now turned into an official casting announcement.
The role reunites Gosling with director Shawn Levy, who worked with him on Star Wars: Starfighter. Marvel executives said the collaboration made the new Ghost Rider project a natural fit.
Ryan Gosling to Play Which Ghost Rider?
It is not yet confirmed by Marvel which Ghost Rider Gosling will be portraying. Ghost Rider has had several comic-book incarnations, including Johnny Blaze, Danny Ketch and Robbie Reyes. Industry reports suggest that Johnny Blaze is the most likely choice, but Marvel Studios has chosen to keep that information under wraps for now. That mystery is likely to be a hot topic of discussion as the production goes forward.
What does this mean for the MCU ?
Ghost Rider is a darker, more supernatural aspect of the Marvel mythos. Fans will often bring up characters such as Blade and other mystical heroes, and the new movie has the potential to help move the MCU past its traditional superhero formula.
Marvel used Comic-Con 2026 to announce a host of projects on the way, including Black Panther 3, new footage from Avengers: Doomsday and the Ghost Rider movie. Together, these announcements present Marvel’s roadmap through 2028.
When is the Ryan Gosling Ghost Rider movie coming out?
Marvel Studios Announces Ghost Rider Movie Set For Release In 2028 The project is officially in development with Shawn Levy attached to direct and we don’t have an exact release date just yet. More casting details, plot information and who Gosling’s Ghost Rider will be are expected to be unveiled closer to production.
What fans can expect next
Ryan Gosling Has Officially Joined the MCU as Ghost Rider Marvel has announced the biggest question. The only other questions are how the Spirit of Vengeance will fit into the Marvel expanding cinematic universe, and the story and supporting cast.
With the character’s popularity and Gosling’s interest in the role dating back to the character’s original debut, the film is already beginning to look like one of Marvel Studios’ most-anticipated movies of 2028.
References
The Verge – Used for Marvel Studios’ official Comic-Con announcement, Ryan Gosling casting, Shawn Levy as director, and the planned 2028 release.
People – Ryan Gosling’s comments about wanting to play Ghost Rider and info from the Hall H presentation
India Today – Confirmed Kevin Feige’s announcement and key production details.
Coming soon – Which version of Ghost Rider Gosling will play has yet to be revealed by Marvel.
