William Shatner To Star In 'American Psycho 2'

William Shatner (James T. Kirk) has reportedly signed on to play the part of Professor Robert Strickland in 'American Psycho 2: The Girl Who Wouldn't Die,' the sequel to last year's low-budget horror hit.

Movie rumour site Coming Attractions reported that Shatner's character used to be one of the best profilers of serial killers at the FBI, before switching careers and taking on a teaching position at York University. His last case at the FBI dealt with Patrick Bateman, the mass-murderer who is the film's main character.

Filming of Shatner's scenes has reportedly already started at the Glendon College Campus in Toronto, where the rest of the film is also being shot. Many of Shatner's scenes will presumably also feature Milla Kundis, the film's female star, whose character attends the university at which Strickland teaches.

The original American Psycho was released in the US in early April of last year. Though it only grossed about $15 million domestically, with a budget of $8 million that still ensured a hefty profit for production company Lions Gate Entertainment. The sequel has a budget of $10 million and is being directed by Morgan J. Freeman.

Based on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis, the 'American Psycho' films tell the story of Patrick Bateman, a seemingly normal young man who spends his days working at his father's Wall Street company and his nights killing women. Though extremely violent, the original film was praised by critics for its commentary on male vanity and the emptiness of society.

The original Coming Attractions report contains more rumours on the film's development history. A release date has not yet been set.

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