Eva Longoria - Longoria Parker To Join Avengers Movie?

EVA LONGORIA PARKER is in talks to join the upcoming AVENGERS movie as superheroine THE WASP, according to a U.S. report.

The Desperate Housewives star has reportedly met with film bosses on several occasions to audition and discuss the role in the comic book blockbuster, which will bring together characters including Robert Downey, Jr.'s Iron Man, The Hulk, Thor and Captain America.

A source tells Fox News, "Marvel is in negotiations with Eva and she is just right for the role. First, she read for the part, then she went into the studio for camera tests.

"The team liked her for The Wasp so much that she did green screen work in the late spring. She's perfect in size and attitude. Eva is cute, sexy and full of energy for the part. The character is a bit like Gabby, her character on Desperate Housewives."

Meanwhile, Castle star Nathan Fillion is said to be in the running to play The Wasp's husband Ant-Man.

The insider adds, "Nathan Fillion, a favourite of (Avengers screenwriter) Joss Whedon, is set to play Ant-Man. Ant-Man is married to The Wasp in the comics. They would be a dynamic duo - both are hilarious and together they will have great comedy and chemistry. It's a win-win if Eva can tie up the role."

The Avengers is set for release in 2012.