Farrell on Branson shortlist

Colin Farrell is reported to be on a shortlist to play Richard Branson in a multi-million blockbuster film about the business tycoon.

Top-level talks have taken place in Los Angeles between the Virgin boss, Hollywood producers and the head of the Creative Artists Agency (CAA).

According to sources, other A-list actors also being considered for the role are believed to include US heavyweights Brad Pitt and Jude Law.