The actor will play the Russian leader in Olivier Assayas' "The Wizard of the Kremlin." From the Skeleton Crew to the KGB: Jude Law is set to play Vladimir Putin in Olivier Assayas' new movie. In a conversation with Deadline,

In addition to Law, the film will also star Zach Galafanakis, Alicia Vikander, and Tom Sturridge. We have no word yet on when the film might be released, but based on Law’s comments, it sounds like the film is still in fairly early stages.

The English actor, known for roles in “ The Talented Mr. Ripley, ” “The Holiday” and “Fantastic Beasts,” confirmed he’ll play Russian President Vladimir Putin in a forthcoming project titled “The Wizard of the Kremlin.”

The actor said the role currently feels like "an Everest to climb." Jude Law to Play Vladimir Putin in New Movie The Wizard of the Kremlin Eddie Fu

Jude Law confirmed he is set to play Russian President Vladimir Putin in an upcoming movie titled 'The Wizard of the Kremlin.' The actor said the role 'looks like an Everest to climb.'

Jude Law has earned a reputation as one of Britain’s most versatile actors, with a career spanning decades and a wide range of roles. From his early breakthrough in The Talented Mr. Ripley to his portrayal of Albus Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts series,

Jude Law has landed an unexpected role playing Vladimir Putin in director Olivier Assayas' upcoming movie The Wizard of the Kremlin.