John Goodman joins cast of King Kong prequel 'Skull Island'

Los Angeles: Veteran actor John Goodman has joined the cast King Kong prequel "Skull Island".

The 63-year-old Golden Globe Award-winning actor will play a government official named Randa in the film, reported The Wrap.

Randa is the man, who helms the expedition to Skull Island, a land forgotten by time. Directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts the film, already has big names like Samuel L Jackson, John C Reilly and Tom Hiddleston on board.

"Trainwreck" actress Brie Larson has been cast in the lead female role opposite Hiddleston. The film is slated for March, 2017 release.