Cumberbatch to voice tiger Shere Khan in 'Jungle Boo: Origins'

Benedict Cumberbatch is to voice the role of Shere Khan in 'Jungle Book: Origins'.

Cumberbatch to voice tiger Shere Khan in 'Jungle Boo: Origins'

Benedict Cumberbatch is to voice the role of Shere Khan in 'Jungle Book: Origins'.

The 'Sherlock' star is to play the part of the evil tiger in the eagerly-awaited Warner Bros. production.

The film is to be directed by Andy Serkis, who starred in the 'Lord of the Rings' franchise, after scheduling commitments meant that Alejandro González Iñárritu was unable to assume the role.

The movie will be produced by 'Harry Potter' screenwriter Steve Kloves, while his daughter Callie Kloves is set to write the film.

'Jungle Book: Origins' is scheduled to be released on October 21, 2016.

Meanwhile, it was confirmed recently that Cumberbatch will reprise his role as Sherlock in the eponymous BBC series.

The hit detective drama, which also features Martin Freeman as Sherlock's sidekick, Watson, will return to BBC One in 2015.

The BBC said that the one-off episode, which is due to be filmed in January 2015, promises to be "one of the biggest mysteries yet".

The episode will be followed by a three-part fourth series of 'Sherlock', which will film later in the year.

more courts articles

Gary Glitter victim seeking six-figure sum in damages, court told Gary Glitter victim seeking six-figure sum in damages, court told
Stephen Bear ordered to pay back profits from sharing private sex tape Stephen Bear ordered to pay back profits from sharing private sex tape
Man (25) in court charged with murdering his father and attempted murder of mother Man (25) in court charged with murdering his father and attempted murder of mother

More in this section

Smartwatch with health app. Glowing neon icon on brick wall background Health watch: How much health data is healthy? 
Cork's wild salmon warrior Sally Ferns Barnes looks to the future Cork's wild salmon warrior Sally Ferns Barnes looks to the future
(C)2024 Disney. Disneyland Paris – Disneyland Hotel Re-Opening Watch: Iconic Disneyland Paris hotel re-opens after two year renovation
ieParenting Logo
Writers ieParenting

Our team of experts are on hand to offer advice and answer your questions here

Your digital cookbook

ieStyle Live 2021 Logo
ieStyle Live 2021 Logo

IE Logo
Outdoor Trails

Discover the great outdoors on Ireland's best walking trails

IE Logo
Outdoor Trails

Lifestyle
Newsletter

The best food, health, entertainment and lifestyle content from the Irish Examiner, direct to your inbox.

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited