Downton Abbey actress Jessica Brown Findlay has joined the cast of Corin Hardy's The Crow, according to comics creator James O'Barr.
Speaking at the Lexington Comic and Toy Convention, O'Barr says Brown Findlay will play Shelly, protagonist Eric's deceased girlfriend. As mentioned by , Shelly primarily appeared via flashbacks in both the graphic novels and the 1994 film.
O'Barr added that Brown Findlay was the top choice for the role, and while the casting isn't official, it seems like a deal will be made.
According to O'Barr, several other big name actors are circling the film, including an unnamed Game of Thrones star.
Last month we learned Boardwalk Empire's in The Crow reboot. Cliff Dorfman (Warrior, Red Dragon) will pen the script, while .