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Hounsou joining 'Alias' cast

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 4 (UPI) -- Jennifer Garner's "Alias" character, Sydney Bristow, is getting a new villain to deal with, played by Djimon Hounsou.

Hounsou ("Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life") is joining the cast of Garner vehicle "Alias" in a recurring role as a big-time villain, Daily Variety says. He'll play the head of an evil new criminal organization that the CIA will attempt to take down.

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Honsou will appear in at least two episodes of the Touchstone-produced ABC drama, with an option to return for more segments depending on plot twists.

In addition to "Tomb Raider," Honsou's feature credits include "Gladiator" and "Amistad." He snagged a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in the latter picture. He'll next be seen in director Jim Sheridan's upcoming drama, "In America."

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