Should Captain America be acted by an American actor

[cookiva]

Cap should be am American.

Would you guys want an American actor with a british accent playing Bond? Same thing here. Cap should be played by an American.

I wouldnt mind it. Like Odiin said earlier, if thats the criteria upon finding an actor for Bond, how come none of them have also been spies in the past? If you want a brit to play Bond, then why not one who has been a spy before? Would you want that? Same thing here.

 

[Spider-Fan]

I wouldnt mind it. Like Odiin said earlier, if thats the criteria upon finding an actor for Bond, how come none of them have also been spies in the past? If you want a brit to play Bond, then why not one who has been a spy before? Would you want that? Same thing here.

No, that is not. Not remotely the same thing. Being British means a region, just like being American. Being a spy is not a neccessity for Bond anymore than being a soldier is for Cap.

Horrible comparison.

 

[cookiva]

No, that is not. Not remotely the same thing. Being British means a region, just like being American. Being a spy is not a neccessity for Bond anymore than being a soldier is for Cap.

Horrible comparison.

No, no it isnt. Would you rather watch a Bond movie about spies, or a Bond movie with him driving around London, trying to find a new townhouse?

Also, how hard would it be for you if a non american won the part, then completly took hold and made it his, ala Christian Bale? If you a so headstrong upon having an american that you wouldnt see the film. I mean, if you have an american who has never EVER read comics, no idea of the past and potential future of the character, but wins the part and does it horribly, would you still be happier than having someone else?

Another thing, the title of the poll is stupid. Of course, on the site with which the majority of viewers is american is going to believe he SHOULD be played by an american. What it should say is "Would you accept a non american playing Captain America?"

 

[Spider-Fan]

No, no it isnt. Would you rather watch a Bond movie about spies, or a Bond movie with him driving around London, trying to find a new townhouse?

Also, how hard would it be for you if a non american won the part, then completly took hold and made it his, ala Christian Bale? If you a so headstrong upon having an american that you wouldnt see the film. I mean, if you have an american who has never EVER read comics, no idea of the past and potential future of the character, but wins the part and does it horribly, would you still be happier than having someone else?

Another thing, the title of the poll is stupid. Of course, on the site with which the majority of viewers is american is going to believe he SHOULD be played by an american. What it should say is "Would you accept a non american playing Captain America?"

I think there are many well qualified Americans that can play the role. We don't need a foreign actor for it at all. Cap is supposed to represent America. Having a foreign person be Cap just doesn't feel right to me.

You act like no Americans can play Cap. There are plenty.

 

[cookiva]

You act like no Americans can play Cap. There are plenty.

And you make it sound like there are thousands of our greatest actors scrambling to get the role. Who says Damon wants to continue down the action path? Between the past 2 Bourne films, he has done 6 films, none action films. 6 films in 3 years is quite a bit. Brad Pitt has potentially 7 films coming out within the next 2 years! Whats to say he doesnt want to do it. Jason Lewis, who the hell is that? I understand he looks the part, but I would definitly take someone who looks a lil less like Rodgers, but is a better actor (ala RDJ).

 

[Spider-Fan]

And you make it sound like there are thousands of our greatest actors scrambling to get the role. Who says Damon wants to continue down the action path? Between the past 2 Bourne films, he has done 6 films, none action films. 6 films in 3 years is quite a bit. Brad Pitt has potentially 7 films coming out within the next 2 years! Whats to say he doesnt want to do it. Jason Lewis, who the hell is that? I understand he looks the part, but I would definitly take someone who looks a lil less like Rodgers, but is a better actor (ala RDJ).

I think Damon would do it (I am sure Marvel would pay him).

But even at that, you name like 3 people here. It is not like we have just 3 Americans that could be Cap. I am sure there are many more. Are any coming to mind right now? No, but I am not a casting director or auditioning people.

You act like tons of foreign people can play Cap and we have no Americans good enough for the role. I think that is bogus.

There is no reasons an American can't play Cap and be good or better than the foreign actors.

I mean, just because the great Matt Salinger (great actor he is ) wasn't a great Cap, doesn't mean we can't get a good Cap from the states.

 

[cookiva]

No, lemme say this. I would rather have an american play Steve. Im arguing that i would RATHER, however, have a good actor, no matter the nationality, more so than an american who isnt a good actor, just for the sake of being an american, ala Jason Lewis.

 

[Spider-Fan]

No, lemme say this. I would rather have an american play Steve. Im arguing that i would RATHER, however, have a good actor, no matter the nationality, more so than an american who isnt a good actor, just for the sake of being an american, ala Jason Lewis.

This is one character where I think place of birth matters. Cap being American is essential to the character. While I wouldn't say this for someone like Batman, it is a point of emphasis for Cap.

Plus, a foreign Cap might tell me we have an America bashing Cap movie (which shouldn't be the case).

 

[cookiva]

This is one character where I think place of birth matters. Cap being American is essential to the character. While I wouldn't say this for someone like Batman, it is a point of emphasis for Cap.

Plus, a foreign Cap might tell me we have an America bashing Cap movie (which shouldn't be the case).

I dont think we would see anything like that.

Anyways, all i need to have is Speilberg directing, and we are fine, to be honest.

 

[Spider-Fan]

I dont think we would see anything like that.

Anyways, all i need to have is Speilberg directing, and we are fine, to be honest.

I doubt we are getting someone like Spielberg. Marvel seems to be going for big actors, and not so much for big name directors (as evidenced by Favreu and Letterier).

 

[cookiva]

I doubt we are getting someone like Spielberg. Marvel seems to be going for big actors, and not so much for big name directors (as evidenced by Favreu and Letterier).

No offense to the fans of IM and Hulk, but Cap, after Spiderman, is Marvel's main man. I think that this is their last gasp at a $300mil franchise, as long as its handled properly.

 

[Spider-Fan]

No offense to the fans of IM and Hulk, but Cap, after Spiderman, is Marvel's main man. I think that this is their last gasp at a $300mil franchise, as long as its handled properly.

I think Cap has the most cinematic potential as far as story is concerned, but I doubt he will get 300 mil, and I love Cap. I really think that is just saved for Spider-Man and possibly Bats right now.

Cap probably won't have much WW appeal, though.

I am very interested to see who ends up being named the director of the project.

 

[Mr. Socko]

There's absolutely no reason why a foreign actor should portray Captain America.

Do you know how many american actors there are in this country? Thousands just in California. I'm sure at least ONE of them could be a great Captain America.

Only reason they would/should retort to actors from other countries is if they can't find the right person in America, but they most certainly will.

 

[chiefchirpa]

And you make it sound like there are thousands of our greatest actors scrambling to get the role. Who says Damon wants to continue down the action path? Between the past 2 Bourne films, he has done 6 films, none action films. 6 films in 3 years is quite a bit. Brad Pitt has potentially 7 films coming out within the next 2 years! Whats to say he doesnt want to do it. Jason Lewis, who the hell is that? I understand he looks the part, but I would definitly take someone who looks a lil less like Rodgers, but is a better actor (ala RDJ).

There are thousands of American (I am not one) actors who will scramble for the role of Captain America. He's a special kind of superhero to the mind of Americans unlike any others. You're saying that Cap is a special superhero. He is. He's the symbol of the country. He needs to be actored by someone who feels that he's doing it for the country. Not someone who just do it for the money. There are plenty of superheroes role open for Clive Owen and Gerard Butler. Just for this 1 role, it's closed for them at least for the first stage.

To sum up:
a. There are plenty of aspiring good American actors. There's no shortage of good talents there.
b. Captain America is the symbol of a country. Needs to be done of someone who understands America as his birthplace.
c. Cap is a big superhero. Putting a foreign Cap would result dissension among potential viewers.
d. There are plenty of superheroes role to choose for UK/CANZ actors. Why don't they try that first?

 

[chiefchirpa]

Also, how hard would it be for you if a non american won the part, then completly took hold and made it his, ala Christian Bale? If you a so headstrong upon having an american that you wouldnt see the film. I mean, if you have an american who has never EVER read comics, no idea of the past and potential future of the character, but wins the part and does it horribly, would you still be happier than having someone else?

Chris Bale is doing the part of Batman. The nationality of Batman is not as obvious as Captain America.

Another thing, the title of the poll is stupid. Of course, on the site with which the majority of viewers is american is going to believe he SHOULD be played by an american. What it should say is "Would you accept a non american playing Captain America?"

Instead of mocking on other people, why don't you make a poll of your own?

 

[Brian2887]

The best actor available who fits the bill. If he's not an American, no biggie. Captain America is still American. That's what counts.

 

[TwilightPro101]

There's absolutely no reason why a foreign actor should portray Captain America.

Do you know how many american actors there are in this country? Thousands just in California. I'm sure at least ONE of them could be a great Captain America.

Only reason they would/should retort to actors from other countries is if they can't find the right person in America, but they most certainly will.

That's the more logical approach no question.

 

[chiefchirpa]

^ yes.

I think those who immediately thinks "Damn, Clive Owen is awesome in King Arthur" and "Sweating Gerard Butler rocks" for Cap after having geekgasm in recent action movies need to see the whole picture. There are good American actors out there. Robert Downey and Edward Norton are good examples. Why don't you give them a chance for this role? Just for this role while Dr. Strange, Namor, Black Panther, Deadpool, Ant Man, etc, etc, etc are up for taking for any (foreign) actors from day one.

 

[The_Mystery]

Either Jason Lewis or, and I started thinking about him for this role after "The Bourne Identity," Matt Damon.

 

[Spider-Fan]

Either Jason Lewis or, and I started thinking about him for this role after "The Bourne Identity," Matt Damon.

 

[The_Mystery]

I also used to think that the guy who played Riley in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" TV show would play a good Cap. They kept calling him that all frickin' season like Joss was auditioning him for the role.

 

[GhostPoet]

Hey, I have a great idea. I think Van Damme should play the all amerian superhero.

 

[ANTOINE X]

American yes!

 

[Fantasyartist]

YES- Captain America, unlike Batman is meant to represent the best qualities of America- it is UNTHINKABLE that anybody other than a native born American could do the role( we're not talking about a film where a foreign actor/actress Hugh Laurie in "House" or Vivien Leigh/Kristen Scott Thomas in "A Streetcar Named Desire" or "The Walker" (playing Blanche DuBois or Lynn Lockner) acts as an American. I think an American should get the role for the same reason I criticized the casting of Hispanic Jessica Alba or African American Michael Clarke Duncan as Susan Storm or The Kingpin in the "Fantastic Four" or "Daredevil" movies-just not accurate!

Terry

 

[Steve Rogers]

This has been debated a million times over already. I don't kow what can be said that hasn't been said already. But my stance? I don't care if the actor's from the US, Brittain, Canada or Wakanda. If he's the right guy for the job, he's the right guy for the job. No stars or recognizable actors though. Cap needs to be an unknow (at least in my opinion). So, he needs to be unknown. Needs to be muscular. Needs to be blond. Needs to 24-30. Needs this. Needs that. There's already a ton of criteria in place to cast Cap. Would you really want to further narrow your search by confining it to one nationality?

Give me a good, solid performance by a good actor, who will be ecognized as Captain America and not (insert random star's name here) and I won't care where he is from.