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EXCLUSIVE!

[Blind Gossip] We have an exciting, behind-the-scenes glimpse at casting the lead of a big upcoming movie!

Do you like those stories about actors who were originally slated as the lead in a famous film… but were replaced by someone else? Sometimes it’s because the actor passed up the role. And sometimes the role was recast.

For example, did you know that Bruce Willis was originally cast as the lead in Ocean’s 11? He had to bow out due to a scheduling conflict. The part then went to George Clooney.

Well, we happen to know that an upcoming film may be facing a major casting change in its lead actor. However, in this case, the actor who thinks he is getting the role isn’t even aware that he might get replaced!

What’s the problem? Well, Original Actor got a little too close to the author of the story. He thought it would help him nab the role, but it’s now become so awkward for everyone involved in the negotiation that there is talk of replacing him!

With whom would they replace him?

A much bigger actor… literally as well as figuratively!

Yes, Replacement knows what’s going on… and is open to taking the role, providing the deal can close soon. He has a lot on his plate, and scheduling is going to be tight.

Since Original and Replacement share representation, it’s all the same to the reps which actor lands the role, as they will all still get their percentages.

However, if Original finds out that there is this backroom chatter going on, he is going to be super mad. And, of course, nobody wants to rock the boat by being the one to tell him!

The deal isn’t done yet, so it could still go either way.

BONUS CLUE: Both Original and Replacement are younger than Bruce Willis and George Clooney!

Similar: The Monster With Two Backs

Original Actor:

Replacement Actor:

Clues:

[Optional] Who do you think will get the role?

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  4. I’m guessing Robert Pattinson being replaced by Jason Mamoa in Batman. But I get the feeling I’m wrong. “Rock the boat” has to be a clue?

  5. Johnny Depp as the actor with the author? Weren’t there rumors of JK Rowling wanting him for a part in a movie because she has a crush on him?? Not sure if that was an old rumor or new one?? No idea in the replacement?? I’m going with Tom Hiddleston just due to him being tall.

  6. Original: Henry Cavill
    Replacement: The Rock

    They’re both represented by the Rock’s ex wife! I think Henry going this route for representation totally screwed his career. I mean… he’s no Brando, but he’s getting stuck in the perpetual beefy gym selfies hamster wheel for roles. Only a few can parlay that well. The Rock is an example of it working out really well! Rock has the charm for that road, Henry’s charm… not so much.

    Clues: “Super mad” (Superman) “rock the…

  7. Henry Cavill for the original actor, and The Rock for the replacement actor. The two men have the same agent/manager, Dany Garcia, who also happens to Johnson’s ex-wife. I read that Cavill wanted to make EL Dubois’ book The Glass Mask into a movie.

    Clues: However, if Original finds out that there is this backroom chatter going on, he is going to be SUPER mad. And, of course, nobody wants to ROCK the boat by being the one to tell him!

    This was fun to figure out!

    • Having read the book it would be odd for The Rock to star in the movie adaptation of that story. The lead is a vile man known as “The Beast”. Violent and demeaning. Domestic violence pin up boy. I could see Henry showing that complexity. The Rock would just seem like he is throwing his weight around. Maybe he wants to break out into more dramatic roles?

  8. This feels like the actor from the Twilight novies. He was cast in Batman? I cannot cannot see it. Maybe put in Jason mamao. I would watch him in ANYTHING and he comes across as a really nice person. I like him.

  13. Original Actor: Henry Cavill

    Replacement Actor: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson

    Clues:
    super mad – superman
    Rock the boat – The Rock
    They both also share the same management

  15. Hmmm, the original actor is definitely Henry Cavill (super mad/Superman) and I’m guessing Replacement is Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock (rock the boat, & he’s literally a huge man, plus he’s working all the time). I think The Rock would do a great job but I don’t want to see him play a bad guy.

  16. Henry Cavill
    Dwayne Johnson

    They both share agent Dany Garcia. I think they could both do a good job, but this might be a wake-up call to get Henry to slow his roll. IMHO, Henry is probably a better choice because the Rock is soooo much larger than life (I’ve never read the book)…

  17. Henry Cavill
    Dwayne Johnson
    Big in size, rock the boat, previous blind about this.
    Yep, I think it’s the Rock’s if he wants it. There is something a bit sleazy about Henry.

  23. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson replacing Henry Cavill

    Clues: Both are represented by The Rock’s ex-wife, Dany Garcia, at William Morris; “nobody wants to “rock” the boat; Cavill is the top guess in the similar blind and this blind says that the reason they are looking to replace the current lead is his becoming too close to the author (explained in detail in the similar blind). Also, Dwyne Johnson is “a much bigger actor… literally as well as figuratively!”

  24. Original Actor: Henry Cavill

    Replacement Actor: The Rock

    Clues: “Super mad” = Superman, precious role for Cavill; “rock the boat” = The Rock. Also, The Rock is bigger than Cavill, literally and figuratively.

    [Optional] Who do you think will get the role? I don’t know what movie it is, but I would pick The Rock over Cavill any day!

  29. Original Actor: Henry Cavill
    Replacement Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    Clues:
    Super mad = Superman
    Rock the boat = the Rock
    They share Dany Garcia as manager.
    Duane has multiple movies in production for next year.

  30. Original Actor: Henry Cavill

    Replacement Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    Clues: “super mad” = Cavill as Superman, “rock the boat” = The Rock, Both are represented by Dany Garcia. Dwayne is both physically bigger and more famous.

  31. Henry Cadvill – “he is going to be super mad.” (He played Superman.)

    Dwayne “The Rock” Jonson. (“Nobody wants to rock the boat”.)

    Both actors are represented by WME.

    Optional: no clue.

  34. Original: Henry Cavill
    New: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
    Clues: a lot on his plate (he eats a lot), super mad (Cavill played super man), rock the boat (the rock)
    I hope the rock gets it. I love him!

  36. Henry Cavill and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Both have the same manager and under the same talent agency. Not sure what the movie role is.

    Clues: replacement is bigger literally and figuratively (Henry is 6’2 and in great shape, but the rock is…the rock), “super mad” not wanting to “rock the boat”

    Hope this one goes to Henry.

  37. Original ~ Leo DiCaprio
    Replacement ~ Bradley Cooper
    Clues ~ Bigger Actor (BC has gained weight & his career is at a peak.)
    ~ Rock the boat (Leo reference with Titanic)

  44. Actor: Henry Cavill
    Replacement: Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson

    Clues: Super mad- Henry played superman; Rock the boat- The Rock is Johnson’s nickname. An actor much bigger than Cavill figuratively and litetally is Dwayne Johnson. They also share the same management team.

    OPTIONAL: I hope The Rock gets it. I like his movies, and also Henry Cavill conducted himself in an unprofessional way, if the rumors are true. In most jobs, you’ll get fired for mingling with the clients.

  47. I am guessing Zac Efron now (which is iffy since supposedly he is in a relationship with a fitness gal so you would think BG would mention that) and the replacement actor as The Rock.

    However, others were saying Henry Cavill due to the related blind (which rarely match). But, The Rock is bigger muscle wise….but, height wise? Point is… I would see a movie with Henry/ Zac over the Rock any day. But…it is about the $ honey. Even though….I think OG knows at this point.

  52. Just to be different – The Ballad of Richard Jewell, an Eastwood movie based on a true story, is based on a magazine article written by Marie Brenner. Jon Hamm casting was just announced – “will be super mad (Mad Men).” Bigger star (as in taller) replacement could be Chris Hemsworth. Bigger (as in better endowed) – maybe Michael Fassbender (Shame). Both are pretty busy. I think all are represented by CAA.

  53. I’m sure I’m out in left field here, but this made me think of Tom Cruise in the Jack Reacher movies. Original actor Tom Cruise got too close to the author Lee Childs. Replacement will be much bigger: possibly Dwayne Johnson or maybe Chris Hemsworth. All are younger than Bruce Willis and George Clooney. Both Tom Cruise and Chris Hemsworth are repped by Creative Artists Agency; I believe Johnson is repped by his own team now that includes his ex-wife. (FWIW, I thought Cruise was miscast.)

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