Kit Harington is now moving on to the big leagues. While many Games of Thrones fans are still mourning over the untimely demise of Jon Snow, but big things are in store for Harington.
According to a report with Variety, Kit Harington is set to replace Twilight star Robert Pattinson in the upcoming thriller Brimstone. This is Harington's first post-Game of Thrones role, and fans cannot help but be excited.
No details were given on why Harington was given the role of Pattinson. The Twilight actor is already busy with upcoming projects, such as The Lost City of Z and The Trap. Brimstone was highly promoted on the movie's official Twitter page, and news of the casting changes were also highlighted on the movie's Facebook page.
While further details on the upcoming film's plot and Harington's character are yet to be announced, Brimstone will reportedly be filmed in Romania, Spain, and Germany. Harrington will star opposit Dakota Fanning and Guy Pearce.
Harington will reportedly be playing an outlaw in the upcoming film. Many fans of Game of Thrones are already excited to see Kit in his post-Jon Snow role. The movie is reportedly described as a powerful portrayal of one woman's defiance.
Fanning's character is the heroine in the film and she is seeking to find redemption and meaning in the world while being chased by the diabolical Preacher, played by Pearce. The film is yet to be given a release date.
Harington will next be seen in HBO's tennis mockumentary, 7 Days in Hell.
Would you want to see Kit Harington in Brimstone? What did you think of the shocking twist in Game of Thrones? Are you disappointed that Robert Pattinson won't be appearing in the upcoming film? Let us know in the comments below.
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