Han Solo casting ideas for the announced 'Star Wars' spin-off
Penn Badgley
Known For: Good-hearted aspiring writer Dan Humphrey on "Gossip Girl"
In His Favor: Like Harrison Ford, Badgley falls in the more "accessible" vein of Hollywood sex symbols, and he's got significant name appeal.
Against Him: Unfortunately, Badgley's "name appeal" may not be enough at this point, as his star has been somewhat on the decline since "Gossip Girl"'s water-cooler peak in Season 2. As an actor, I'm not sure he's capable of adequately evoking the hard-nosed, lovably sarcastic edge that made Ford so perfect for the character in the original trilogy.
- Chris Eggertsen
Photo Credit: AP Photo
Comments
Option 1
Comment instantly as a guest GuestOption 2
Option 3
Login or create a HitFix account Login SignupElevation
February 7, 2013 at 2:52AM EST Reply to CommentLevitt was like the only name on this list that didn't make me groan.
Shari As far as Andrew Garfield being too associated with an iconic character as Spider-Man and not being able to be 2 iconic characters in such a short time, couldn't the same have been said for Harrison Ford being both Han and Indiana Jones in the 70's and 80's? He was amazing because I never saw Indy as Han or vice versa.
February 7, 2013 at 3:47AM ESTceggertsen The difference is that Ford was the first actor to play both of those roles. They weren't previously-established characters but original creations at the time he signed on to play them.
February 7, 2013 at 7:22PM ESTLee A no brainer would be Taylor Kitsch. He has the Hans Solo look and can inject humor to the character that Ford did so well. Battleship was a good example of his ability to fit with syfi.
March 6, 2013 at 4:48PM ESTtdotdog
February 7, 2013 at 4:14PM EST Reply to CommentNo. This whole idea stinks.
Alexis_Wingstar
February 8, 2013 at 5:54PM EST Reply to CommentI think Luke Grimes, who played Jamie (love interest to Kim) in Taken 2 would be an excellent choice. He's good looking, has a nice lop-sided smile, and has swagger.
no no this is why we can't hav nice things
February 21, 2013 at 4:25AM ESTJANET ST.DENNIS
February 8, 2013 at 7:38PM EST Reply to CommentCHRIS HEMSLEY FOR HANS SOLO, TAYLOR KITSCH FOR LUKE SKYWALKER.
Andy
February 9, 2013 at 12:37AM EST Reply to CommentANTHONY INGRUBER. Check him out on Youtube.
Stephen
February 14, 2013 at 12:20AM EST Reply to CommentI think as of today...the casting for Hans Solo is obvious....CHANNING TATUM.....He is a Sexy Funny Hunk who is ready for a breakout action-character...with Swagger & Charisma to more than fill the role & entertain everyone !!!!!..besides than all the nerds have a reason to bring their hot girlfriends with them to the show.!!!!!!
Gabe Charlie Hunnam from Sons of Anarchy.
February 20, 2013 at 12:45AM ESTnah Wtf is wrong with you illiterate kids and swagger? disney is killing this generation
February 21, 2013 at 4:29AM ESTIvan I could picture Pine in another space action movie. Especially as someone who gets into a lot of trouble. But how young they want Han, not sure. Then there is Levitt. I didn't like him at first, but Looper really showed him as someone that can change who he is on screen.
February 21, 2013 at 5:35AM ESTIvan
February 21, 2013 at 5:37AM EST Reply to Comment(Meant this as a standalone comment)
I could picture Pine in another space action movie. Especially as someone who gets into a lot of trouble. But how young they want Han, not sure. Then there is Levitt. I didn't like him at first, but Looper really showed him as someone that can change who he is on screen.
Jay
February 26, 2013 at 3:45PM EST Reply to CommentI got as far as Jay Baruchel (the second fucking choice) and stopped. Nathan Fillion or bust, people.
brindy
March 1, 2013 at 12:14AM EST Reply to CommentI love every role you've played Mr.Ford, "good for you"! Hope you have a good time with this part and can't wait to see you on screen.
Ugh no no NO
March 21, 2013 at 11:49PM EST Reply to CommentFirst off Zac Efron?! If he going to be Han I not going to see it period. I think Levitt would be the best guy for the job. For Luke I thinking Josh Hutcherson just give him the hear he had on in the Hunger Games and BAM! Luke Leia I have no clue. So PLEASE DISNEY D-O N-O-T CHOSE EFRON!!! Please please
Gina
March 22, 2013 at 3:44AM EST Reply to Comment..Dylan O'Brien should play this part he would be perfect. he can do comedy and drama and is a newer face so there wouldn't be any overshadowing of any other characters he's played
Desert Dawg
April 17, 2013 at 5:12AM EST Reply to CommentOMG NO. Please, Please, Please, do not try to recast the characters of Luke, Leia or Han Solo. This is the worst idea imaginable. Please start fresh and introduce new characters. NO REBOOTS PLEASE!!!!
Burb Flibblebottom
April 17, 2013 at 9:27AM EST Reply to CommentWhy would a young actor be chosen to play a part that the original is the correct age to play? These new films take place AFTER Return.
And most of these are oriole, horrible ideas no one would ever consider unless drunk and suffering hypoxia.