Zachary Quinto roped in for Hitman sequel Agent 47

Zachary Quinto, an award-winning actor and film producer, best known for his portrayal of Spock in Star Trek, will now feature in a forthcoming flick titled Agent 47. The film to be made under Fox International is a follow-up of 2007 movie blockbuster Hitman.

Rupert Friend, enacting lead character Agent 47, is roped in, who was earlier supposed to be portrayed by late Paul Walker. Agent 47 is based on a video game series, which has a central fictional character with same name. The 2007 film movie Hitman revolves around Agent 47, who was an assassin. The movie was a success as made with a budget of Rs. 24 million, it grossed Rs. 99 million worldwide. More developments about the Hitman sequel are still concealed. Zachary has last worked in Star Trek Into Darkness.