KJ Apa has signed on to star as James Stewart in “Jimmy,” an upcoming biopic about the “It’s a Wonderful Life” legend.

A biopic about Hollywood legend Jimmy Stewart, titled 'Jimmy,' is in the works. 'Riverdale' alum KJ Apa will play the late Oscar winner, with Jason Alexander, Max Casella and Jen Lilley also in the cast.

The upcoming Jimmy Stewart biopic has cast a Riverdale actor in the lead role. Jimmy is a forthcoming biopic movie about the iconic actor who has starred in movies such as Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,