Doctor Strange Casting Poll **NEW** - Part 1

[Gamma Goliath]

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[StarkTheProdigy]

And Cumberbatch doesn't?

Cumberbatch has more of the persona.

 

[MadVillainy]

It's the type of actor he is. Idk, plus as someone else stated, he has an awkward look lol

And Cumberbatch doesn't?

I know right?

I, personally, can definitely see him as Strange.

However, like many others, I just don't see him signing on for a project like this. Or, primarily, for as many films as Marvel would require.

I dont see why not. He's not Daniel Day Lewis. He has a pretty diverse list of projects from animation to action movies to that bizarre documentary.
And maybe he wants a role that will net him more money. I doubt he's getting the big bucks for the films he's been in. He might be doing this in order to have the money to do smaller films

I dont think doing a Marvel movie is that farfetched. I mean Glenn Close signed on for Guardians of the Galaxy. I dont think anything is that far fetched.

 

[Smilodon]

Norton didn't leave. He was, more or less, fired for being incredibly difficult during the production of TIH, and going into Avengers.

But Phoenix leaving after one film is the thing I think makes this unlikely.

I seriously doubt he'd agree to the 6-9 films that Marvel would want to sign him to, as they do most of their actors.

Thanks for the correction. I knew he was difficult during the production of TIH, but I assumed he left on his own accord because of the troubles that he had and whatnot with Marvel.

But yeah, Phoenix, as great as he is and as much as I would love to have him, seems like the actor who has no issues with leaving after a film and or butting heads with Marvel over the direction of the films and his character. I think he'd be fantastic and easily become the new face of the MCU after RDJ departs (and Chris Evans as well once his tenure as Cap is done), but it might be tricky for him to commit to such a long thing.

 

[Whiskey Tango]

In Norton's defense, he was lied to and most if his issues stemmed from problems with a Marvel exec who no longer works there himself.

 

[Gamma Goliath]

Thanks for the correction. I knew he was difficult during the production of TIH, but I assumed he left on his own accord because of the troubles that he had and whatnot with Marvel.

But yeah, Phoenix, as great as he is and as much as I would love to have him, seems like the actor who has no issues with leaving after a film and or butting heads with Marvel over the direction of the films and his character. I think he'd be fantastic and easily become the new face of the MCU after RDJ departs (and Chris Evans as well once his tenure as Cap is done), but it might be tricky for him to commit to such a long thing.

Lol more like the problems marvel had with him. But there were issues on both sides.

 

[Son of Coul]

So the story with Norton goes is:

Norton & Marvel (specifically exec no longer there) had it out on the final cut of TIH > Norton pulled out of promoting the movie in favor of a charity run > Avengers rolls around and Whedon meets with all actors, including Norton > [Missing Link] > Hitfix breaks story that Norton's not coming back > Feige releases statement > Norton's agent gets pissed, Norton stays classy > Ruffalolz were had.

Doubt Phoenix would be so egregious as to argue final cut, but he generally seems to shy away from franchise commitments. But hey, crazier things have happened.

 

[smashmode]

http://www.thewrap.com/joaquin-phoenix-eyed-to-star-in-marvels-doctor-strange-exclusive/



Not sure it will happen, but still....

If true, EPIC. Phoenix having conversations with Ejiofor.

 

[Majik1387]

Ugh from the unimaginative Cumberbatch to the old school overly fancast Phoenix? ;csad:

I hope Phoenix is just in talks for a villain; as strange a person he actually is, he's no Dr. Strange.

 

[Suzanne78]

Y'all, if Deadline and THR are reporting he's (Phoenix) is in talks, can I just say, "YEAAAAAAAAH!!"

I consider him one of the best actors of our generation.

My only hope is that he has a phone on him with ScarJo's voice

 

[Mrs. Sawyer]

Ugh from the unimaginative Cumberbatch to the old school overly fancast Phoenix? ;csad:

I hope Phoenix is just in talks for a villain; as strange a person he actually is, he's no Dr. Strange.

Phoenix is a great Oscar nominated actor who can do Dr. Strange justice and gets me even more excited for the role. He can totally be Dr. Strange.

 

[Mrs. Sawyer]

I dont get how people cant see Phoenix as Strange. What is it about him?

Some people are just way too picky about their fan castings.

 

[Suzanne78]

Yeah… I'm not really sure why all the doom n' gloom here. Phoenix is incredible. As someone on Twitter mentioned, maybe him turning down BvS was simply a matter of him not leading the actual movie himself. There, he'd be third fiddle basically to Cavill and Affleck. Maybe he was actually looking for a franchise, and then this falls into his lap (if true).

I'm not trying to start a Marvel vs. DC thing. But I do think that if Phoenix is in talks right now for Strange, it's more likely he's actually Stephen Strange, as it's been pretty unusual for Marvel to cast supporting roles/actors prior to the main star (CATFA excepted).

This also makes me wonder if they're planning on using him a little bit in AoU, or at least a teaser.

 

[MadVillainy]

I also dont see Phoenix as overly fan cast. THe only roles Ive seen him seriously suggested for was Dr. Doom, he was my top choice for that actually

 

[smashmode]

I saw him a little fan cast for Lex Luther, but there was not much of that going.

 

[SpideyFan866]

Yeah… I'm not really sure why all the doom n' gloom here. Phoenix is incredible. As someone on Twitter mentioned, maybe him turning down BvS was simply a matter of him not leading the actual movie himself. There, he'd be third fiddle basically to Cavill and Affleck. Maybe he was actually looking for a franchise, and then this falls into his lap (if true).

I'm not trying to start a Marvel vs. DC thing. But I do think that if Phoenix is in talks right now for Strange, it's more likely he's actually Stephen Strange, as it's been pretty unusual for Marvel to cast supporting roles/actors prior to the main star (CATFA excepted).

This also makes me wonder if they're planning on using him a little bit in AoU, or at least a teaser.

But the thing is that for the past 2 weeks, all evidence has pointed to Cumberbatch being Marvel's guy for Strange, from the tweet teasing that he would be at Marvel's Hall H panel, to he himself teasing it.

Now that's not to say he definitely has it as nothing is concrete, but the point stands.

There is just as strong a case that Phoenix isnt playing Strange, as there is that he is. Or more specifically, that he's in line to play another role in the film, as opposed to Strange himself.

 

[BatsDC]

^^ He wasn't just fancast, he was rumoured for the role from a few reports for a while

 

[Six]

Holy crap. What does Benedict has to say for you guys to believe he's not going to be Doctor Strange? He was mocking the character for crying out loud. It reminds me of when people wanted Fillion to play Ant Man and Fillion was saying out of all the superheroes he'd never want to be Ant-Man and people were like "He's lying! He's got the role!" Sure enough he wasn't lying and he didn't have the role.

Anyways, I am cool with Phoenix as Doctor Strange, especially if it means Cumberbatch stays away from this.

 

[SpideyFan866]

Im cool if Cumberbatch plays him, Im cool if he isnt.

Im arguing that Phoenix isnt playing him, moreso than me arguing that Cumberbatch is.


And tbh, I dont care either way. Whomever they get, whether its one of those two or not, doesmt matter. Whoever they get will be great.

 

[djsunyc]

whatever the case, marvel has two top flight actors in the hunt. and pheonix is really one of the best actors in the past 20 years. whoever ends up getting it...they are going to do a damn fine job.

 

[Majik1387]

I'd be cool with Phoenix AND Cumberbatch involved in the movie, just neither of them as Dr. Strange please.

Either way though, I trust Marvel, even if I'll disagree with a casting./

 

[craigdbfan]

Phoenix is Strange at this point. If they're that deep in he's probably going to say yes.

 

[Joeyjojo72]

Phoenix could do a compelling Stephen Strange in his sleep. I honestly have no idea how he would tackle the character, and that's what makes it so damn exciting. Marvel and all of us would be lucky to get him, even you naysayers.

 

[Suzanne78]

Yeah, I mean, THR/Deadline/Variety have all picked up on it. I'm tending to think it's closer to a done deal.

Now, it's wait and see if they bring him out tomorrow in Hall H. I… wonder how the poor dear will react to thousands of screaming fans and flashing bulbs, LOL! He's never really been one for PR and stuff.

ETA: That's kind of what's making me scratch my head about Phoenix as Strange skeptics here. I mean… opinions are opinions, but Phoenix is an immersive character actor, he's always making strange choices (heh, puns!) in his roles that sets him apart from his peers.

He's going to be the best, most talented actor in Marvel's stable, besides Ruffalo, IMO.

 

[Son of Coul]

I will say it's pretty exciting to see his take, as long as it's not that dead-eyed monotonous routine he sometimes does. Perhaps the fact that he does seem villainous would make it all the more captivating. Color me intrigued if he signs the dotted line.