Disney just announced James will star in the titular role of its live-action adaptation of "Cinderella."
James will join Cate Blanchett who was earlier announced as the evil stepmother.
James will join Cate Blanchett who was earlier announced as the evil stepmother.
Sir Kenneth Branagh ("Thor") is directing the film.
If you don't have James' "Downton Abbey" character pegged as sweet enough to earn the little glass slipper, her latest red carpet look at the Laurence Olivier Awards this week may change your mind.
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