Samuel L. Jackson Suits up For Super Role

Getty Images

Samuel L. Jackson has signed on to the sequel of a box office hit!

Jackson will play Nick Fury the leader of a spy group known as "The Shield" in 'Iron Man 2', Variety reports.

According to the trade paper, Jackson’s character shows up in other Marvel Entertainment comic books, giving the star the option to play the character in nine additional superhero movies.

'Iron Man' director Jon Favreau will return for the sequel and the 2nd film will hit theaters next spring.

• Error
• 133
• 133
• 133