Hanks to solve Da Vinci code?
16/11/2004 - 12:29:47Ton Hanks is leading the way to star in the big screen adaptation of bestselling drama novel The Da Vinci Code.
According to trade paper Hollywood Reporter, Hanks is the favourite to land the lead role of art historian Professor Robert Langdon in the big screen take of Dan Brown's book.
The Oscar-winning actor is reportedly already in talks with Columbia Pictures studio bosses and director Ron Howard about the coveted role.
In Brown's book, Langdon is the man who cracks the mystery of the renowned Holy Grail.
The film is expected to begin shooting next year.
