The galaxy just added another star. Daniel Ings—best known for his roles in The Crown, Lovesick, Black Mirror, and the recent A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms series—has officially joined the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter. With his blend of charisma and dramatic weight, Ings is stepping into one of the most anticipated projects in the franchise’s modern era. A New Face in a New Era While Ings’ exact role is still under wraps, his casting is already fueling speculation. Star Wars: Starfighter takes place a few years after The Rise of Skywalker and, unlike past films, it isn’t tied to the Skywalker Saga. That means brand-new characters, unexplored stories, and a blank canvas for actors like Ings to make their mark. Given his range—switching from comedy to dark drama with ease—he’s primed to bring something fresh to the galaxy far, far away. Fans are already wondering if he’ll play…
