Edward Burns and Genesis Rodriguez have both signed up for the forthcoming thriller “Man on Ledge." The pair have landed supporting roles in the new thriller which will be directed by Asger Leth.

The film will tell of the story of a fugitive ex-cop, played by Sam Worthington, who threatens to jump to his death from a Manhattan hotel rooftop. The NYPD dispatch a female police psychologist played by Elizabeth Banks, who attempts to talk him down.

Hollywood reporter has revealed that Burns and Rodriguez will also be joined by Jamie Bell and Anthony Mackie in the all-star cast lineup. Burns will play a negotiator while Rodriguez plays Bell's girlfriend, who contests Worthington's innocence.