Netflix movie is adapted from Tim Minchin's 2010 musical. Ralph Fiennes looks set to play Miss Trunchbull in the upcoming movie adaptation of Matilda: the Musical.
The Harry Potter actor is attached to star as the iconic Roald Dahl villain, according to Deadline, who has traditionally been played by a man in the stage version.
Killing Eve actress Jodie Comer is also attached to star in the movie, taking on the role of Miss Honey, while Emma Stone is reportedly in talks to join too.
The movie, backed by Netflix, is adapted from Tim Minchin’s 2010 musical, though is expected to get a cinema release before hitting the streaming site.