Colin Firth Circling Mary Poppins Returns

 

Colin Firth has entered talks to join Mary Poppins Returns, the long-rumored sequel headed up by director Rob Marshall. The British actor is in line to land the role of William Weatherall Wilkins, president of Fidelity Fiduciary Bank. On board to craft what Disney hopes to be a super-cali-fragil-istic-expi-ali-docious screenplay is David Magee, with Marc Platt and John DeLuca attached to produce.

Emily Blunt will takes point as the magical caretaker, headlining a story that “will take place in Depression-era London and follows a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, who, along with Michael’s three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins (Blunt) following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack (Miranda), she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives.”

Lin-Manuel Miranda is the only other confirmed cast member at the moment. Based on previous reports, both Ben Whishaw and Meryl Streep are still negotiating deals, with the latter being eyed for the role of Poppins’ cousin, Topsy.  Mary Poppins Returns on December 25, 2018.