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'Star Trek 2' Villain Benedict Cumberbatch: A History

Posted 1/5/12 3:34 pm EST by Tami Katzoff in Casting Call, Commentary

Step aside, Eric Bana - there’s a new "Star Trek" villain in town: the British gent with the fabulous name and even more fabulous cheekbones, Benedict Cumberbatch.

Which "Star Trek" villain is Benedict Cumberbatch playing?

Cumberbatch’s casting in J.J. Abrams’ next "Trek" flick has turbocharged the 35-year-old actor’s ascent to superstardom, and with all of his current and upcoming high-profile film projects, he’s set to inherit Michael Fassbender’s title of It Movie Guy of the Year.

But if you’re not yet familiar with Mr. Cumberbatch’s work, here’s a brief introduction.

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Liam Hemsworth, Dwayne Johnson Get In An 'Empire State' Of Mind

Posted 1/5/12 1:03 pm EST by Jeremy Gordon in Casting Call, News

Liam Hemsworth is a bona fide action star, as unlikely as that sounds. After coming to attention as Miley Cyrus's beau in "The Last Song," the Aussie's taken his turn in upcoming beefy blockbusters like "The Hunger Games" and "The Expendables 2." Now, the push continues, as he's about to hit a Rock.

Deadline reports that Hemsworth is close to a deal to star in "Empire State," which they call an indie heist movie based on the story of a 1982 NYC armed car robbery. At the time, it was the largest cash grab in U.S. history. Can't you just see the taglines now? (Sample: "They said it couldn't be done. They thought wrong.")

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'Doctor Who' Actor Noel Clarke Joins 'Star Trek 2'

Posted 1/4/12 3:15 pm EST by Terri Schwartz in Casting Call

From "Doctor Who" to "Star Trek," actor Noel Clarke is boldly going where he's never gone before. Matthew Fox, meanwhile, lines up a big return to an island (but not the one that you might think), Patricia Arquette is ready to play the mom of a late, great folk singer, "Inferno" sets about acquiring some new acting talent, and Taylor Swift could soon be singing on the big screen.

Today is January 4, and you're tuning into today's casting call.

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Demi Moore, Adam Brody Join Porn Biopic 'Lovelace'

Posted 1/3/12 2:39 pm EST by Terri Schwartz in Casting Call

Demi Moore

Demi Moore toplines the new additions to the cast of the Amanda Seyfried-led Linda Lovelace biopic "Lovelace" as female rights activist Gloria Steinem. Meanwhile, Elton John knows which famous pop star he wants to play him in a biopic and a new rumor says Arnold Schwarzenegger might be an angel in his upcoming film.

It's January 3, and you're tuning into today's Casting Call!

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Seth Rogen Forms 'B Team,' Ryan Gosling Says Noe

Posted 12/27/11 2:45 pm EST by Terri Schwartz in Casting Call

Seth Rogen

Seth Rogen could be doing double duty as both producer and star of a film again, according to a new report. Meanwhile, Bret Easton Ellis stirs up some casting rumors on his Twitter account, and Christina Hendricks picks a new role that will return her to the '60s.

It's December 27, and you're tuning into today's Casting Call!

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'True Blood' Star Joins 'The Lone Ranger'

Posted 12/20/11 12:42 pm EST by Terri Schwartz in Casting Call

One former "True Blood" star is headed to the Wild West in "The Lone Ranger," a new casting announcement for the upcoming Disney flick tells us. Meanwhile, Matt Damon readies his cast for his upcoming directorial debut, two more are courted for Spike Lee's "Oldboy," and the "300" prequel comes closer to finding its Artemisia.

It's December 20, and you're tuning into today's Casting Call!

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'Mission Impossible': Five J.J. Abrams Regulars We Want Recruited Next

Posted 12/16/11 10:00 am EST by Josh Wigler in Casting Call, Commentary

Producer J.J. Abrams has established a great tradition within the "Mission: Impossible" franchise: in the last two "M:I" installments, Abrams has called in fan-favorite actors from his television past for brief but awesome roles. First Keri Russell popped into "Mission: Impossible III" in a blink-and-you'll-miss-it death scene, and today's newest movie — "Ghost Protocol" — introduces "Lost" veteran Josh Holloway to the franchise. Exactly what purpose the former James "Sawyer" Ford plays in the new "Mission" remains to be seen, but no matter how big or small his role, we're psyched to have him on board.

With Holloway following Russell's lead, we started wondering which other Abrams vets we'd like to see in future "Mission: Impossible" movies. Our wish list is past the jump!

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'Parks & Rec' Star Kills Bin Laden, Denzel Washington Equalizes

Posted 12/14/11 1:54 pm EST by Kevin P. Sullivan in Casting Call

Andy Dwyer fans, looks like we're fairly close to seeing an actual Burt Macklin movie. Or, at the very least, "Parks & Recreation" star Chris Pratt is about to soldier up for a new dramatic role. Plus, George Clooney is stepping on stage for a one-night-only performance, Denzel Washington is equalizing things out as always, and "Hanna" star Saoirse Ronan is going to tell you how she lives now.

Keep reading for more in today's edition of Casting Call!

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Angelina Jolie's Luc Besson Movie Is Up Next

Posted 12/13/11 10:39 am EST by Josh Wigler in Casting Call

Angelina Jolie is about to get her "Fifth Element" on, it seems, as reports of her upcoming sci-fi action collaboration with director Luc Besson are heating up ever more today. Meanwhile, Harrison Ford may have finally found his Jackie Robinson, Michael Shannon's "Iceman" serial killer has found his bride, and "Burt Wonderstone" is crunching the numbers.

It's December 13, and you're tuning into today's Casting Call!

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'American Psycho' Writer Endorses 'Kardashians' Star Scott Disick For Reboot

Posted 12/9/11 3:05 pm EST by Jocelyn Vena in Casting Call, Twitter-Wood

"Kardashians" star and Kourtney’s baby daddy Scott Disick has been given the co-sign by "American Psycho" writer Bret Easton Ellis to inhabit the skin of Patrick Bateman, a role made famous by Batman himself, Christian Bale.

After news broke of a proposed remake of the 2000 film, as reported by Variety this week, Scott, who pretty much is the living embodiment of the Big Apple yuppie/serial killer/investment banker in look, charisma and style, took to Twitter to pitch himself as the perfect leading man for the leading role.

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