In some of the best casting news in a while (well since the last Harrison Ford casting news) the Star Wars actor has signed on to play Ron Burgundy's rival in Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues.

Ford who also recently committed to the next Star Wars film, Star Wars Episode VII, will also star alongside Will Farrell, Steve Carell and Paul Rudd in the sequel movie and will play the main rival.

The cast is building up nicely now and also has John C. Reilly, James Marsden and Krisina Wiig on board in various roles.

The sequel is out at the end of the year with original director Adam McKay back at the helm.