At the San Diego Comic-Con's Marvel event, the three Hollywood stars are announced to be part of the Chloe Zhao-directed blockbuster's cast along with Kumail Nanjiani and Brian Tyree Henry.
- July 22, 2019
AceShowbiz - Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek, and Richard Madden were officially unveiled among the cast of Marvel Studios' upcoming superhero blockbuster "The Eternals" at Comic-Con International on Saturday, July 20.
Angelina and Salma have been linked to the film adaptation of Jack Kirby's comic book, which features ancient human characters created millions of years ago by aliens, for weeks, and the two actresses and Brit Richard were officially announced as members of the cast, alongside Brian Tyree Henry, Kumail Nanjiani, Lauren Ridloff, and Don Lee at a Marvel event staged as part of the San Diego, California fan convention.
Salma hailed the film, which will be directed by Chinese filmmaker Chloe Zhao, as a bold step forward for diversity in the superhero genre.
"This movie will allow those who have never felt represented in movies, in this case superheroes, to be represented. I love my diverse family," she said, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The Spanish actress will play Ajak, a character who can manipulate her cellular makeup, giving them superstrength and healing powers, while Angelina will portray Thena, a hero with superhuman strength, speed, stamina, durability, agility, and reflexes. Former "Game of Thrones" star Richard will play Ikaris, an ancient Greek hero with special mental abilities.
"The Eternals" is set for release in November, 2020.
