Jude Law in talks to star in 'Captain Marvel'

Image
ANI Washington D.C. [USA]
Last Updated : Nov 23 2017 | 4:15 PM IST

English actor Jude Law, known for his role in 'Sherlock Holmes', is in negotiations with Disney and Marvel to play the male lead in upcoming fictional superhero film 'Captain Marvel' opposite Brie Larson.

According to Pagesix.com, Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn is on board to play the villain with 'Half Nelson' helmers Anna Boden.

The script of the movie is written by

Geneva Robertson-Dworet has written the most recent script. This is the third draft which has been penned for the film. The previous two drafts were written by 'Inside Out' writer Meg LeFauve and Nicole Perlman.

Law will be playing Doctor Walter Lawson.

The film is expected to hit the theatres on March 8, 2019.

The 48-year-old actor recently wrapped shooting of Woody Allen's next spy thriller 'The Rhythm Section.

Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content

*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Nov 23 2017 | 4:10 PM IST

Next Story