Jude Law to star in 'Sherlock Holmes' remake

Washington, Sept 20 : Jude Law is in talks to play a role in Guy Ritchie's remake of 'Sherlock Holmes'.

Produced by Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow Pictures, the drama will see Law joining the likes of Robert Downey Jr.

According to reports, Law would play the role of Watson, the super-sleuth's sidekick.

The film will go under production early next month in London, reports Variety.

The film will be based on the classic tales written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, as well as the comic book "Sherlock Holmes."

The principal roles for the flick are still to be finalised, including the villain, Blackwood.

ANI