Cynthia Erivo Books Post-'Wicked' Role & Will Star, Produce 'Prima Facie' Movie Adaptation

Cynthia Erivo has booked another new movie role!

The 36-year-old actress will star in Prima Facie, which is an adaptation of the stage play of the same name, according to Variety.

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The outlet reports that the movie, which Cynthia will also executive produce, “tells the propulsive story of ambitious and confident defense attorney Tessa.”

“From working class roots, the rising star in the high-powered London legal system skillfully defends her clients — including those accused of sexual assault. But after she is raped by a colleague, she discovers that the law does not deliver justice along the boundaries of consent,” their description reads.

Cynthia shared a statement about her involvement, saying, “I am thrilled to be joining Suzie, Susanna, Participant, Bunya and the rest of the team on this journey. Tessa’s experience sheds such vulnerable light on the complex conversations around consent and sexual abuse and the law that surrounds it, which is all too relatable for so many and timely for all.”

Susanna White will direct, with Suzie Miller adapting the script for the screen.

Cynthia is currently filming the movie adaption of Wicked with Ariana Grande. Check out the latest pictures on Just Jared now!