Gillian Anderson to appear in the action-comedy sequel.

X-Files veteran Gillian Anderson has just been cast for the upcoming sequel to Johnny English. Anderson will be starring as MI7 agent Pamela Head opposite the returning Rowan Atkinson who will be reprising his role as the clumsy spy and title character.

The film, currently titled Johnny English Reborn, will be directed by Oliver Parker (The Importance of Being Earnest) and written by Hamish McColl (Mr. Bean's Vacation).

The Working Title and Universal picture is set to start filming this September.