Mark Millar wants Emma Watson to star in new film

SCOTTISH comic book writer Mark Millar has revealed that he wants Harry Potter star Emma Watson to star in his new film.

Emma Watson, pictured portraying Nicki in The Bling Ring. Picture: Complimentary

The 43-year-old, responsible for Kick-Ass and Wanted, has earmarked Watson - who recently starred in The Bling Ring, about a group of young thieves stealing from Hollywood’s rich and famous - to take the lead female role in ‘The Secret Service.’

A source close to Millar told The Sun: “The director, Matthew Vaughan, is deep in talks with Emma right now.

“It would be a surprise if she turned him down as The Secret Service is going to be huge.”

The film follows a young delinquent named Gary, who is recruited by the secret service, and receives training from Michael Caine and Colin Firth.

A number of cameo roles have reportedly been agreed, including one from singer and pianist Elton John.

With filming due to start in the next few weeks, Millar - who admitted he ‘cant believe’ his luck at the assembled cast - will be appearing at Glasgow Cineworld later in August for the premiere for Kick-Ass 2, starring Jim Carrey.