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Matt Smith Joins Star Wars: Starfighter as Antagonist

11/24/2025

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Story summary

Matt Smith (the actor) will make his Star Wars debut in Star Wars: Starfighter, playing a pivotal antagonist in 2027.
The role marks a shift from his prior portrayals, Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon and Milo in Morbius.
Starfighter is expected to garner significant attention due to the franchise's popularity.
Starfighter is set to release on May 28, 2027.

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Story summary

Matt Smith (the actor) will make his Star Wars debut in Star Wars: Starfighter, playing a pivotal antagonist in 2027.
The role marks a shift from his prior portrayals, Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon and Milo in Morbius.
Starfighter is expected to garner significant attention due to the franchise's popularity.
Starfighter is set to release on May 28, 2027.