Earlier, this week Disney alongside Lucasfilm announced that actress Phoebe Waller-Bridge has joined the cast of Indiana Jones 5 opposite Harrison Ford. Her character is being kept under wraps but expected to be the female lead in the film. Now today, Deadline announced that Rogue One and Fantastic Beasts star Mads Mikkelsen has also joined the cast of the film. It’s unknown if he will play the antagonist of the film. Logan director James Mangold has taken over to helm the film from Steven Speilberg. Speilberg is still actively involved in the story and service as Executive Producer alongside Kathleen Kennedy. Production is expected to begin this summer for the project. Finally, longtime composer John Williams will also be returning for the film.
Indiana Jones 5 hits theaters July 29, 2022