Rose McGowan To Star As Comic Book Heroine Red Sonja

June 30, 2008 9:08 p.m. EST

Los Angeles, CA (CNS) - Rose McGowan will star as the She-Devil With a Sword. The former "Charmed" actress is set to play red-haired comic book heroine "Red Sonja" in theaters, as announced Friday.

Millenium Films and Nu Images announce that the 34-year-old actress will be starring in the new film about the mythical comic book protagonist produced by fiancé Robert Rodriguez and directed by Douglas Aarniokoski.

Studio executive Avi Lerner said, "This is an amazing property and film for our company. Working with the talented Robert Rodriguez, having Rose McGowan as Red Sonja and Douglas Aarniokoski directing is a fantastic combination. We could not be happier."

Red Sonja will be seen seeking vengeance against those who killed her family in the film. They are scheduled to start filming in October.