huge rumor came out over the weekend that Star Trek Into Darkness star Benedict Cumberbatch will be joining his Star Trek director J.J. Abrams in the tight-lipped Star Wars Episode VII. As with all rumors, nothing is confirmed just yet. However, it’s noted that Cumberbatch recently left Pacific Rim director Guillermo del Toro’s upcoming film, Crimson Peak, which will reportedly begin production around the same time Star Wars will. Cumberbatch has gone on record proclaiming his childhood love for Star Wars much in the same vein as Abrams during promotion for Star Trek, so it’s somewhat fitting to see the two reconnect for another story set in a galaxy far, far away.

We’ll keep you informed as more news surfaces about any casting updates for the film.

[via /Film]