The latest news from Deadpool 2 is writers teasing that the role of Cable is going to be cast soon. As of right now Michael Shannon is apparently in the lead. The man who has two Oscar nominations to his credit and comic book movie experience in Man of Steel should, according this writer, land the part. I’ll explain in a bit but in case you’re wondering who’s also in the running.
According to THR sources, Shannon isn’t the only name in consideration. Stranger Things’ David Harbour, who had previously been reported as being in contention for the role, is still being looked at. However, Friday Night Lights star Kyle Chandler, who had been reported as being in the running, was supposedly never being considered. Shannon could potentially be left out of the film, even if he is a top choice, due to scheduling. He recently signed on to appear in the indie film What They Had, which will film this spring, while Deadpool 2 will start filming this summer.
In my estimation there are two criteria that are important in a Deadpool villain. The first I’ll allow the writers to describe.
Writer Rhett Reese previously said that it was important that they find a Cable who is intimidating, deadpan, and scary, while being able to act as a foil for Ryan Reynolds’ over-the-top Wade Wilson. Co-writer Paul Werinck added that it’s important that Cable’s actor be able to “carry a franchise moving forward,” as the character will lead the upcoming X-Force movie.
OK, the deadpan, intimidating, and scary part is a no brainer. Did you know that Shannon actually gave an interview proving that he knew some people aren’t afraid of him? Yes, it’s true. See below:
As far as the ability to carry a franchise forward, Shannon has slowly developed into leading man status. While I don’t think he’s leading man “good guy” appropriate, he is more than a formidable actor for playing the same villain in multiple movies. So on that end, Shannon’s a fit.
The second quality is humor. Let’s face it. Deadpool is hilarious. Here’s where I argue that Shannon doesn’t even have to try. He’s just that strange. Shannon is funny if you just tell him to be serious in a non serious moment. I think that’s all it would take. While all the other competing actors would be fine in Deadpool I think Shannon is the wisest choice.
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