Ryan Gosling Cast as Ghost Rider in New MCU Film
At San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, it was announced that Ryan Gosling will portray Ghost Rider in an upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film. The actor revealed his long-standing desire to take on this role. Scheduled for release in 2028, this film will mark the third installment in the Ghost Rider series, following the 2007 film starring Nicolas Cage and its sequel in 2011. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige noted that fans frequently inquired about Gosling's potential involvement in the MCU. In March, Gosling discussed his conversations with Marvel on Josh Horowitz's podcast, Happy Sad Confused. Ghost Rider is the anti-hero persona of stuntman Johnny Blaze, who acquires powers through a pact with Mephisto. Shawn Levy, who has collaborated with Gosling on Star Wars: Starfighter (2026) and directed Deadpool & Wolverine, will helm the project, with the duo crafting the film's vision during breaks on set.
Key facts
- Ryan Gosling cast as Ghost Rider in MCU film announced at San Diego Comic-Con.
- Film scheduled for 2028 release.
- Third Ghost Rider film following 2007 and 2011 versions.
- Kevin Feige announced the casting.
- Gosling confirmed discussions with Marvel in March 2025.
- Character is Johnny Blaze, a motorcycle stuntman bound to Spirit of Vengeance.
- Shawn Levy will direct the film.
- Levy and Gosling worked together on Star Wars: Starfighter.
Entities
Artists
- Ryan Gosling
- Nicolas Cage
- Kevin Feige
- Shawn Levy
- Josh Horowitz
Institutions
- Marvel Cinematic Universe
- Marvel Studios
- San Diego Comic-Con
Locations
- San Diego
- United States