Did you know that there are famous personalities waiting for a chance to portray iconic characters on screen? They are eager to take on challenges that truly resonate with them and have always wanted to embody iconic figures that they admire. Below are some of the celebrities who have expressed a strong desire to play certain roles in the future.
1. Keanu Reeves as The Sandman
In a recent interview, Keanu Reeves openly discussed his dream role as The Sandman, a character he has always wanted to portray. He also praised Robert Pattinson’s recent portrayal of Batman, stating that the actor is doing a fantastic job with the role. However, Reeves remains hopeful that he will get the opportunity to play a version of Batman in the future.
2. Drew Barrymore in a Film with Adam Sandler
Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler have previously starred together in several successful romantic comedies, and Barrymore is eager to work with him again. During a recent interview, she revealed her desire to collaborate on another project together, especially since they both have a deep appreciation for the genre and have discussed the possibility of making a romantic comedy again.
3. Dwayne Johnson as King Kamehameha
Dwayne Johnson has long dreamed of portraying King Kamehameha, the legendary Hawaiian king. He has wanted this role since he first entered Hollywood in 2001, and in 2018, he announced that he had been chosen to play the mythical king in an upcoming film.
4. Constance Wu as Audrey in “Little Shop of Horrors”
Crazy Rich Asians star Constance Wu has expressed interest in playing the role of Audrey in the musical Little Shop of Horrors. Growing up, she was a huge fan of the theater, and this desire stems from her love for musicals and performing on stage.
5. Christopher Lee as Gandalf the Grey
In a past interview, director Peter Jackson recalled how Christopher Lee wanted to play Gandalf the Grey, a role that ultimately went to Ian McKellen. However, Jackson felt that Lee would have been perfect for the role of Saruman, and he encouraged Lee to take on that character instead.
6. Nina Dobrev as Lara Croft
Nina Dobrev, known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, has expressed a desire to portray several iconic characters, including Lara Croft from the Tomb Raider series. She has also shared that she hopes to one day star in a Bond film.
7. Lea Michele as Fanny in “Funny Girl”
Lea Michele expressed her excitement about being cast as Fanny Brice in the musical Funny Girl. The role was famously played by Barbra Streisand, both on Broadway and in the 1968 film adaptation.
8. Chris Evans as Orin Scrivello in “Little Shop of Horrors”
Chris Evans has always wanted to perform in a musical, and he revealed that he would love to take on the role of Orin Scrivello in Little Shop of Horrors, a character originally played by Steve Martin in the 1986 film.
9. Vanessa Hudgens as Catwoman
Vanessa Hudgens has been open about her desire to portray Catwoman in a future Batman film. She has shared her excitement on social media, expressing her passion for the character and her interest in wearing a cat suit, all while using the hashtag #dreamrole.
10. Jason Momoa as Eric Draven in “The Crow”
Jason Momoa has been interested in playing Eric Draven from The Crow for over eight years. In a recent Instagram post, he expressed his disappointment that the film has yet to be made, stating that it “needs to be freed.”
