Two British actors are heading into space, as Noel Clarke and Benedict Cumberbatch are cast in JJ Abrams’ new Star Trek film…
Production is due to start next week on JJ Abrams’ follow-up to his Star Trek reboot, and with that in mind, the missing parts of the cast are starting to come together.
First up, Noel Clarke is adding to his busy schedule by signing up for a role in the film. Clarke, who will be appearing on screen this year in three films that he’s written or co-written himself (The Knot, Storage 24 and Fast Girls), has signed up to play a family man in the movie, one with a wife and daughter. Where he fits in beyond that remains to be seen.
Clarke also has an MMA-based movie in the works that he’s written, and last we heard, is planning to direct himself soon.
Also added to the cast is Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch. His role in the film is undisclosed as of now. We doubt he’s stepped into Benicio Del Toro’s shoes as the villain, though.
The film is due out on May 17th 2013. And we will, of course, keep you posted on it.
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