Gemma Arterton Cast in ‘Clash of the Titans’

Gemma Arterton (‘Quantum of Solace’ and ‘RocknRolla’) has been cast in the Louis Leterrier-directed remake of ‘Clash of the Titans.’ Â  Arterton will be playing the demi-goddess Io, a character not found in the ’81 original.

“My part is… the coolest part,† Arterton confirmed at the  Jameson Empire Awards last night. “Io’s not in the original film. Perseus falls in love with her and then [CENSORED FOR  TINY  SPOILER]. It’s a really great part.†

According to Arterton, though, Io’s presence isn’t the only different thing about the new movie.

“The script is very different,† she continued. “Obviously the story is the story, but it’s much more about Perseus’ mission, and how he deals with being the son of Zeus, and things like that, so it feels a little more about him, and about the issues around that.†

Sam Worthington (“Terminator Salvation’ and ‘Avatar’) is on board as Perseus. Â  ‘Clash of the Titans’ is set for a March 26, 2010 release.

Source: Empire