Los Angeles, Aug. 22 -- Scottish actress Karen Gillan has joined the star-studded ensemble of "Highlander", the ambitious reimagining of the cult 1986 fantasy classic, set to breathe new life into the saga of immortal warriors and age-old rivalries.
Helmed by "John Wick" director Chad Stahelski, the revival assembles a formidable cast that includes Oscar-winner Russel Crowe as the enigmatic mentor Ramirez, Dave Bautista as the menacing Kurgen and "Industry" actress Marisa Abela in a leading role. Gillan will play Heather, MacLeod's mortal wife and the love of his life.
Michael Finch wrote the script for the remake. Scott Stuber and Nick Nesbitt are producing via United Artists, alongside Neal H. Moritz, Stahelski's 87Eleven Entertainment,...