It seem Hugo Weaving is the most likely to claim the role of the villain ‘Red Skull’ from the comic series Captain America in the upcoming film adapted from the comic.

The actor, who became a top villain in The Matrix movies, is the frontrunner to play Red Skull in the Joe Johnston-directed film.

Captain America has yet to be cast but Chris Evans has emerged as one of the favourites to land the role, according to industry insiders.