40-Year-Old Virgin star Catherine Keener has been cast as the wife of Captain Phillips, opposite Tom Hanks in Paul Greengrass’ new film.
Based on true events, Captain Phillips bravely allowed himself to be taken prisoner by Somali pirates in 2009 to ensure the survival of his crew.
He captained the MV Maersk Alabama before it was hijacked and he subsequently spent three days as a prisoner before being rescued by a team of US Navy SEALS.
According to ComingSoon.net, Keener is set to play his wife, Andrea, who remained strong throughout the hostage ordeal and Kevin Spacey is set to be one of the producers.
The film is based on Phillip's memoir, A Captain's Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALS, and Dangerous Days at Sea, and is expected to begin filming shortly.
Rita Wilson with her husband Tom Hanks
