Ian Wright is set to feature in a new Netflix film, just days after he announced he would be stepping back from Match of the Day at the end of the season.
The legendary presenter, who turned 60 last month, revealed the news on Sunday morning, as he insisted he wanted 'to do a few more different things with my Saturdays'.
And, taking to social media on Monday, Wright hinted that one of these 'different things' could be acting, with the former Arsenal and England striker part of the upcoming Netflix film, The Kitchen, which will be released on January 19.
Posting on X, formerly Twitter, Wright said: 'The Kitchen | 19 Jan | @netflix. Directed by: Daniel Kaluuya & Kibwe Tavares,' before sharing a video of the two-minute trailer.
During the teaser, Wright appeared twice, although no details of his role have been released.
The film - which also stars the likes of Top Boy's Kane Robinson - is a science fiction drama set in a dystopian future in London.
It sets the underclass of London against a brutal ruling class in a city where social housing has been removed.
Although Wright has never been involved in a film, he has featured in several advertising campaigns over the years.
This includes for the likes of M&S, Nike, Ladbrokes and Nescafe among others.
In a report in The Sun in relation to Wright's role in The Kitchen, a source reportedly said: 'Daniel [Kaluuya] is a massive Gooner, and a huge Ian Wright fan. He’s written this incredible thriller, and wanted Ian to appear.
'So he got in touch, and Ian was delighted — and leapt at the chance.
'He hasn’t had any acting lessons but after years appearing on Match of the Day — and having recently shot an M&S gig — he’s actually a natural in front of the camera. He has about four scenes.'
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