Ewan McGregor's representative has shot down reports the Scottish actor is set to play the lead in Madonna’s new movie about late British royal King Edward VIII.

The Material Girl is stepping behind the camera to direct a historical drama based on the former King, who abdicated in 1936 so he could marry twice-divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson.

The Trainspotting star was reported to have signed up to play the lead in the upcoming movie.

But now a spokesperson for the actor has dismissed the claims, telling Gossip Cop that McGregor is "not doing" the film.

Source: Contact Music