Time for the "I hope to see this guy in Star Wars list". Note that most of these actors will not take "hero" roles: famous persons should not play the protagonists in these new movies. If they did, it would turn into, "Oh look, it's (insert name here) acting in a Star Wars movie." Just as the original Star Wars Movies made Harrison Ford famous, so other newer actors should have the chance to distinguish themselves in these films.
I will provide the actor's name, as well as a brief description as to what type of role he/she could play. And just for fun, an existing character in the Star Wars cannon they would play well.
Ready? Here we go...
#1 Tom Hardy
Let's be honest: Tom Hardy is freaky scary when he wants to be. He also has magnificent acting chops. Put those together, and you have a versatile actor who can play villains in many genres. Tom Hardy would make an excellent antagonist, but would be most interesting as the main villain's chief goon. Think along the lines of the TIE fighter captain who terrorizes the Rebellion while the main bad guy camps in his new battle station.
Role types: TIE captain, Crime Lord
Existing character: Baron Soontir Fel
#2 David Tennant
All my Dr. Who friends are geeking out right about now. But seriously, this one makes sense. David Tennant displayed spectacular acting skills in his stint as the Doctor, going so far as to give the Doctor at least three different personality types that change for the situation. He could go both ways with this one. With his crazy, fun-loving side, he could play a great smuggler or rogue. Think along the lines of a Han Soloish sidekick. The more serious, terrible side would make an excellent chief villain.
Role types: Smuggler, Hacker, Outlaw, Grand Admiral of the Empire
Existing characters: Dash Rendar, Grand Admiral Thrawn
#3 Andrew Scott
Freaky awesome villain. Pretty much says it all. Don't believe me?
Enough said about this. In honestly don't care if he has a big role, just so long as he has one.
Role types: Villain. The intelligent kind.
Existing character: Nom Anor
#4 Hailee Steinfeld
Ok, so Steinfeld has received a lot of hype over her role in True Grit, but I think it was rare case of deserved hype. The reason True Grit was interesting was Steinfeld's portrayal of her character. She is starting to take off as an actor, but this could be a role that shoves her into the big circles. I'd like to see if she can do a more earthy, thugish type of role.
Role types: Street criminal, Jedi
Existing character: Jaina Solo
#5 Jason Momoa
While the previous entries have been great actors, Jason Momoa made it onto this list because it's fun to watch him kick butt.
If all else fails, with dreads like his, he'd make a great wookie.
Role types: Rebel Supercommando, Mandalorian Supercommando
Existing characters: Goran Beviin
#6 Nicolas Cage
Just kidding. I just freaked a couple of you out. I would accept a cameo on the "planet of the bees", but besides that... no.
Now, let's get to people we DON'T want to see.
#1 Robert Downey Jr.
Eesh. He already has his fingers in a bunch of the big pies in Hollywood. His acting ability is good, I'm just tired of seeing him. Let's have a big blockbuster that doesn't have him for a change.
#2 Johnny Depp
It's getting to the point where Johnny's roles all look like a reincarnation of Jack Sparrow. No Sparrow in Star Wars please.
Agree with my list? Disagree? Want to add your favorite actor? Let me know in the comments!
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