Madonna is going to star in film director husband Guy Ritchie's next film, Revolver.

After a very poor reception from critics to the couple's last cinematic offering, Swept Away, Madge and Ritchie are now trying their luck with gangster movie Revolver.

Insiders claim that the Frozen singer is a great fan of her husband's work and begged for a part in the Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels director's new film.

A source told the Daily Mirror: "Guy's very respected and is doing his best to make Revolver as controversy free as possible, But the missus really wanted a walk-on part - and who is he to say no?"

The source added: "Madonna came to spend a week with her husband while he was over here and she seemed to enjoy it.

"Everyone thought she was here for a holiday so it was a bit surprising to see her filming.

"She was getting really into it so it's clear she's taking it seriously. But it's obviously not a major role as she wasn't on the island very long."

The movie, filmed on the Isle of Man, also features Ray Liotta of Goodfellas fame.