A new face will be appearing in the upcoming season of Jessica Jones!

The second season of Jessica Jones is steadily coming along, and we now have word that there will be a new addition to the cast.

Marvel Television and Netflix announced in a press release that actress Janet McTeer will be joining the cast of the hit Netflix series for the new season. Her actual character was not disclosed, but is said to have “an enormous impact on Jessica’s life.”

McTeer won a Golden Globe for her role in Tumbleweeds (1999), and was nominated for an Academy Award for the same role. She received a second Academy Award nomination for her role in Albert Nobbs (2011).

Melissa Rosenberg, the creator and executive producer on the show, shared her excitement about the actress joining the new season:

“We couldn’t possibly be more excited to work with Ms. McTeer for our second season. Her gravitas and authenticity are the perfect ingredients for all we’re trying to create this year. She disappears into roles, gives her characters extraordinary dimension and depth. We’re incredibly fortunate to be able to collaborate with her.”

Marvel Head of Television and Executive Producer Jeph Loeb also spoke briefly on the significance of having McTeer in the series:

“We are so fortunate to have an actress of Janet’s talent and stature join what is already an incredible cast. Our second season of ‘Marvel’s Jessica Jones’ aims to capture what audiences loved about our first, and Janet will be key to achieving that goal.”

Netflix’s Vice President of original content Cindy Holland also expressed her enthusiasm with the actress boarding the show:

“Janet McTeer is the consummate actor, slipping seamlessly into each character she brings to life. We’re thrilled to have her join the outstanding cast, led by the fearless Krysten Ritter.”

It’s anyone’s guess as to who McTeer is playing, but judging by that brief character description, it’s sure to be an important role.

Season 2 of Jessica Jones is on the verge of starting production, and will be directed solely by women. As of right now, an official release date has not been announced.