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Phoebe Waller-Bridge cast in fifth Indiana Jones movie to star alongside Harrison Ford
Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s latest role has been announced, with the star set to appear in the fifth instalment of the Indiana Jones franchise.
The Fleabag creator, 35, has been confirmed to star in the upcoming film alongside Harrison Ford with John Williams returning to score the film, LucasFilm announced on Friday.
John had provided the iconic soundtrack to Raiders Of The Lost Ark 40 years previously, and will be creating the music for the fifth instalment too.
Director James Mangold said: ‘I’m thrilled to be starting a new adventure, collaborating with a dream team of all-time great filmmakers. Steven [Spielberg], Harrison, Kathy [Kennedy], Frank [Marshall], and John are all artistic heroes of mine.
‘When you add Phoebe, a dazzling actor, brilliant creative voice and the chemistry she will undoubtedly bring to our set, I can’t help but feel as lucky as Indiana Jones himself.’
The new film will follow Raiders Of The Lost Ark (1981), Temple Of Doom (1984), The Last Crusade (1989) and 2008’s Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull. Steven Spielberg will be joined by Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall and Simon Emanuel as producers.
A statement from Lucasfilm added: ‘If adventure has a name… it must be Indiana Jones! Phoebe Waller-Bridge will star alongside Harrison Ford, who is returning to the role of the legendary hero archaeologist, for the fifth instalment of the iconic franchise.
‘In addition, the inimitable John Williams will return to score the film, continuing a musical journey which began 40 years ago with Raiders Of The Lost Ark.
‘Williams’ unforgettable Indy soundtracks, packed with all the epic thrills, suspense, romance and excitement that fans have come to expect from an Indiana Jones movie, have become as beloved and familiar as the adventurer-hero’s signature hat and whip.’
Emmy award-winning actress, writer and producer Phoebe has already announced some exciting projects for this year.
In February it was revealed Phoebe would be starring alongside Donald Glover in an Amazon reboot of Mr & Mrs Smith, based on the 2005 film starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
The fifth Indiana Jones film is due to arrive in cinemas on July 29, 2022.
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