The rumor that Angelina Jolie could direct Captain Marvel persists, now joined by whisperings that Charlize Theron will be her star.

According to a source reporting to OK Magazine ( via Yahoo ), Marvel has been "courting" Jolie for the director's role, who will definitely take the gig if Theron signs on.The source said: "Marvel has been courting Angie to direct the project and Charlize is a clear fan favourite for the starring role. If Charlize were to get the part, Angie would almost certainly sign on to work with her new pal."This is a very shaky rumour, considering the main thrust of OK Magazine's piece is about Jolie's new friendship with the actress. Still, Theron's an interesting name to throw into the mix of Carol Danvers potentials, particularly in the wake of her stellar turn as Furiosa in Mad Max: Fury Road. Captain Marvel was announced last year as one of Marvel's Phase 3 films. It's due to hit theaters on July 6, 2018.

Lucy O'Brien is Entertainment Editor at IGN’s AU office. Follow her ramblings on Twitter.