Following reports that Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson was being sought for the upcoming family sci-fi film 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo, director McG set the record straight, denying Rock’s involvement in the project.

McG said: "I’ve never spoken to Dwayne Johnson about this. I like him. He’s great. He’s a wonderful human being and an excellent screen presence, but we have not spoken about 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Not a word."

Filming begins later this year in Queensland, Australia.