According to Variety, Jessica Chastain has entered into negotiations to play Beverly, the red headed girl first portrayed by Sophia Lillis.
The actor has been linked to the role on multiple occasions, being rumoured to appear in the original’s post-credits scene and Chastain having having expressed interest in the role.
Sources tell the publication the negotiations are still ongoing as the script — penned by Gary Dauberman — remains unfinished.
Anything that they’re doing I want to be a part of, so I hope we can make it happen.”