Sameul L Jackson Up For Role In Kong: Skull Island

Looks like there could be one more headed to Skull Island.

With the recent addition of Brie Larson, Deadline reports that Samuel L. Jackson could be added to the cast as well. After both Michael Keaton and JK Simmons exited the project, Legendary has been in talks with Jackson, who could bring his intensity that they were looking for.

Jackson isn't a locked deal yet, but should his schedule clear up between his Marvel movies and Quentin Tarantino's The Hateful Eight, he could definitely be a strong analog for Simmons' fire. If he gets on board, he joins fellow Marvel Cinematic Universe co-star Tom Hiddleston, who is already confirmed for the project. Also in the running are Oscar nominees John C. Reilly and Tom Wilkinson with Reilly for the role that Keaton exited and Wilkinson for the lead role.

Kong: Skull Island is scheduled for March 10, 2017.