A remake of The Crow has been in development for many years, but a variety of production delays and legal complications has meant slow progress in getting it to the screen. However, it has now been reported that Aquaman star Jason Momoa is in talks to take on the iconic role. The actor posted an image of himself and director Corin Hardy on Instagram, via Mashable:

Momoa also wrote: "The only way to officially seal the deal as men Is a pint of black beauty. @guinness #greatnewstocome. #dreamjob #cantwaittotelltheworld"

Mashable’s sources confirm that this is in reference to Momoa taking on the lead in The Crow. Hardy has been attached to the project for some time, and although it was reported that he had left it earlier this year, he seems to be back on board.

Momoa will portray Aquaman in next year’s DC team-up Justice League, before reprising the role in a standalone movie in 2018. He is also known for playing Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, plus the lead character in 2011’s remake of Conan the Barbarian.

The Crow first appeared on the screen in the 1994 movie, which was adapted from James O’Barr’s comic book. The film was a critical and financial hit, but it was overshadowed by the accidental death of star Brandon Lee on set. An unsuccessful sequel, The Crow: City of Angels, was released in 1996.

Source: GameSpot