There's a New Han Solo in the Galaxy Far, Far Away

The search for a young Han Solo is over at last. Alden Ehrenreich is reportedly in final talks to play the infamous space smuggler in an upcoming Star Wars spinoff, according to sources cited by the Hollywood Reporter.

While his work has remained relatively obscure up until now, this casting is sure to make Ehrenreich a household name. So before he steps into one of the most iconic roles of all time, here are five things to know about the 26-year-old actor taking the reins from Harrison Ford.