Marvel Gears up to Choose Cap!

[Christian]

It could happen as Marvel conducts screen tests this week in its search for the actor to play Steve Rogers, the alter ego of the title character in its "Captain America" movie.

The company's latest superhero movie is being directed by Joe Johnston ("Wolfman") and tells the story of the young infirm man rejected from enlisting who becomes America's symbol of liberty during World War II and eventually a member of Marvel's superhero team the Avengers.

About seven actors have moved to the front of the super soldier serum testing line and have either tested or are expected to screen test this week and next at Marvel's Manhattan Beach, Calif., headquarters.

Those known to be on the list with Krasinski include Michael Cassidy (who appeared in "Smallvile" and who tested for the Superman movie when McG was going to direct it), Patrick Flueger (one of the stars of "The 4400" who most recently appeared in the Tobey Maguire movie "Brothers"), Scott Porter (TV's "Friday Night Lights"), Wilson Bethel ("Generation Kill") and Mike Vogel ("Cloverfield").

Chace Crawford is also in talks to screen test, though no deal has been made.

Garret Hedlund, already starring in Disney's "Tron," was also on the list to test but has fallen off, at least for now, because of scheduling conflicts. Insiders say he may still make the testing round. Jensen Ackles is another actor who had scheduling conflicts.

The studio has put the actors on 30-day holds during the testing process.

Sources on both sides caution that an actor may not be found from the tests, which happened during Marvel's search for the man who would be "Thor." For that movie, currently shooting in Manhattan Beach, the studio conducted several rounds of testing but found its star, Chris Hemsworth, late in the game, after initially passing on his audition reel.

While Marvel is looking for someone on the youngish side and who can play rugged, one key ingredient emerging is that the actor be American, according to insiders. So far, no British or Australian actors have been seriously considered though the search could widen if no suitable candidates are found.

[erin{C}]

I've taken a look at these supposed  "casting" ideas and I can only say one thing..   they SUCK!  None of those guys look the part.  None of those guys look iconic.  None of them just have that 'it' factor that I believe someone needs to have in order to play an American Icon.  We're talking about a character that came about during WWII and stirred the emotions of an entire nation with his battles against the Natzi's.  I'm sorry, but I don't want to have some pretty 'guy next door' in this role.

I'm astounded they've yet to approach Paul Walker for this part.  How could you not ask one of the more recognizable faces of the American Action Movie Genre (of this generation) to read for this part.  He's physically perfect for the role....  at a lean,  muscular 6'3".  He's got the short cut hair and that square jaw..   and he actually looks mature enough to be Steve Rogers.  I don't understand why everyone's pushing for these characters to be so damn young!  They aren't that YOUNG in the books.  I at least give DC sound measure for not being afraid to cast 34 year old Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan.   They fucked up royally in their casting of Carol Ferris, however. 

When are comic movie franchises going to learn that casting is the key to the success of the films?  When are they going to go for substance over looks?  Or perhaps talent?  And just because some 'guy' in Hollywood (Yes I mean YOU Topher Grace) really wants the part and runs right to it,  doesn't mean he's right for it!  If you can say no to Nick Cage for Superman,  have more backbone and say no to fluff actresses with no talent to play Carol Ferris or Mary Jane Watson or Lois Lane.  Is it truly that hard to cast the leading ladies of comics?  Why not let the fans write in their candidates?  Maybe take into consideration what real fans envision rather than what Hollywood sees.

[Christian]

Hollywood like comics is one big huge politics game. I said John Cenna but you flipped on me and threw a book at me.

[David]

I've taken a look at these supposed  "casting" ideas and I can only say one thing..   they SUCK!  None of those guys look the part.  None of those guys look iconic.  None of them just have that 'it' factor that I believe someone needs to have in order to play an American Icon.  We're talking about a character that came about during WWII and stirred the emotions of an entire nation with his battles against the Natzi's.  I'm sorry, but I don't want to have some pretty 'guy next door' in this role.

I'm astounded they've yet to approach Paul Walker for this part.  How could you not ask one of the more recognizable faces of the American Action Movie Genre (of this generation) to read for this part.  He's physically perfect for the role....  at a lean,  muscular 6'3".  He's got the short cut hair and that square jaw..   and he actually looks mature enough to be Steve Rogers.  I don't understand why everyone's pushing for these characters to be so damn young!  They aren't that YOUNG in the books.  I at least give DC sound measure for not being afraid to cast 34 year old Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan.   They fucked up royally in their casting of Carol Ferris, however.  

When are comic movie franchises going to learn that casting is the key to the success of the films?  When are they going to go for substance over looks?  Or perhaps talent?  And just because some 'guy' in Hollywood (Yes I mean YOU Topher Grace) really wants the part and runs right to it,  doesn't mean he's right for it!  If you can say no to Nick Cage for Superman,  have more backbone and say no to fluff actresses with no talent to play Carol Ferris or Mary Jane Watson or Lois Lane.  Is it truly that hard to cast the leading ladies of comics?  Why not let the fans write in their candidates?  Maybe take into consideration what real fans envision rather than what Hollywood sees.

I'll agree..... none of those names I even know LOL and well the really just don't look the part to me. It is a horrible casting call with any of them. I said Paul Walker as well once before.....

Hollywood like comics is one big huge politics game. I said John Cenna but you flipped on me and threw a book at me.

*LOL* even as a wrestling fan that cracks me up......was you the one that posted on comingsoon.net? for him? *LOL*

Wasn't there a rumor that Matthew McConaughey was trying out for the role?

hell I could see  him before any of those no name guys *L*

[Christian]

Nah that wasn't me but it's nice to know I'm not alone... I loathe wrestling but he just... if I had to pick someone would be it!

[erin{C}]

Oh I hope to god that's just a rumor about Matthew McConaughey!  That man can't act for shit!!  He's like a fucking stoner slacker in every movie he's made SINCE Fastimes at Ridgemont High!  Newsflash for you Matt...   when they say "act", they mean act different in every role you take on!! 

And I doubt you are the only one who feels like Cena would be a fit.  And yes I did have a fit when you told me that's who you saw.  I admit that I flipped out, but with just cause I feel.  Cena isn't a good actor, either.  Yes he's been in plenty of "action" movies, but mose of those stunk!!   Just because you're in action movies doesn't make them good OR make you a good actor.  I'm not sure who ever thought Sylvester Stallone was a good actor, but he isn't.  Yet his movies are some of the highest grossing action films in history.  I just have never felt "athletes" were suited to be movie stars.  There are so MANY colossial failures to back me up.  So I can never support Cena in such a kickass role.

[Brandon]

i personally wish t\he one from the 90s was not too old to do it, he was awesome and looked the part i felt

[Exusiai]

I'm gonna have to disagree, Paul Walker is not Steve Rogers..... Wally West perhaps.... maybe even As Hal Jordan (Cause I don't agree with Ryan) ... But Paul is Defiantly not Steve Rogers material.

Cena has proven to be a "descent" actor, but I'm not sure he could pull off Captain A  Sure he has the build and the Look, but I doubt he has the Acting Talent.

Personally I agree some fan sites who are pegging with Ryan McPartlin as Capt. (Of Chuck Fame)

[erin{C}]

Can I ask what's wrong with Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan?  He's the right age,  right temperment, right body type....  I think he has enough of a smartass edge to be quite believable in the role.  I see nothing wrong with this casting.  He's proven he can star in a film like this and frankly I'm glad they went with him over some no-name.  Since that obviously worked so well in Superman Returns!

And I'm sorry, but again....   I've seen images of this other guy and he looks too.... pretty!  I want rugged!  I want... tough.  I don't want some babyfaced guy coming in fighting for America and trying to convince me he's a badass.  It....  doesn't work!  It never will in my eyes.  The people they are trying to cast are just hopelessly.... not even close to how I see Steve Rogers.  He's a soldier....  the ultimate tough-guy who aside from the Super Soldier Serum.... has NOTHING else that we normal people do.  Yet he's a tough motherfucker and can take an asskicking and still get up.  They expect me,  the movie goer,  to buy that these pretty boys can do that?  Not likely.  Ever since there was rumor of a Captain America film,  I have seen Paul Walker in the role.  It just fits in every aspect.  And with his Grandfather being a professional boxer,  I daresay there's a bit of fight in him..

[Christian]

I'm with Erin on Ryan Rynolds, I'm glad they didn't use an unknown cause like.... Where's Superman? Has anyone seen Brandon Roth since Lex Luthor kicked his ass on a big chunk of rock?

[erin{C}]

He's out practicing in front of a mirror to be Christopher Reeve in a "be Christopher Reeve' contest!!  Either that or Bryan Singer swore him to keep to the shadows as to never,  ever mention what it was like working on that piece of shit film of his.

[Christian]

He's out practicing in front of a mirror to be Christopher Reeve in a "be Christopher Reeve' contest!!  Either that or Bryan Singer swore him to keep to the shadows as to never,  ever mention what it was like working on that piece of shit film of his.

Did you notice, Geoff Johns and Kurt Busiek wrote a better Superman Returns with the One Year Later story, 'Up, Up, and Away'?

[erin{C}]

Seriously..   I don't get why Johns is so highly praised?  Did I miss somewhere along the line where he got good at writing stories?  I mean okay...   he took a huge shit on both Emerald Dawn and Man of Steel...  Blackest Night is the dullest thing since watching paint dry...  and he wins award and praise after award and praise for all his amazing talents!   Did anyone read the mini-series tie-ins for Blackest Night?   Greg Rucka wrote one HELL of a great story for Wonder Woman that outclassed that hack Johns at every corner!  There was more action and drama and just overall kickass-ness in those 3 issues (which came out on TIME, mind you!) than there have been in 6 Blackest Night books and Green Lantern.  And this was supposed to be such a great event.  I was really psyched when it all began and now...  what a fucking letdown.  Thanks to him and that other no-talent hack Peter Tomasi they've killed any excietment and enjoyment I could have gotten out of this event.

[Christian]

He wrote a good mini-series with Flash: Rebirth!

[Brandon]

lol whoa now, cena is a great actor, i loved 12 minutes and i loved the marine, both were great movies, i loved each one, i dont like him as a wrestler though, but if i had to choose an actor for this movie....i would say use CALLUM BLUE as the red skull, he has done a great job as ZOD on smallville