Recently, a shortlist was released including three actresses who were being considered for a lead role in Star Wars Episode VIII. That list included Gina Rodriguez (Jane the Virgin), Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black), Olivia Cooke (Bates Motel). While no indication has been made on which of the three is most likely to land the role, a new rumour suggests a fourth name has entered the shortlist.

The rumour says that Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Beyond the Lights, Belle, Jupiter Ascending) is now being considered as well, but also indicated that the shortlist is for two roles.

The rumour which mentioned the other three stated that they may be screen tested with John Boyega (who plays Finn in this years’ Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens.

Thoughts on this rumour? Would you like to see Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Star Wars Episode VIII

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By Ruari Williamson

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