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Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 14/6/2011 12:46:22 AM

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 14/6/2011 2:45:43 AM

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Heh. It's like Interview with the Vampire all over again...

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RE: seriously?? - 14/6/2011 7:13:11 AM

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Has the time c

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RE: seriously?? - 14/6/2011 7:43:05 AM

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Just have to hope this doesn't happen. Really bad idea.

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RE: - 14/6/2011 10:54:10 AM

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Cruise may be a complete nut-bar but he's an incredibly watchable actor that could do this role in his sleep. Ok the whole 6ft 5 issue is clearly not suited to Cruise but that can be skimmed over (I see no reason that Jack Reacher can't be 5ft 9 or whatever) and I think if people just keep an open mind you'll see that Cruise is actually quite good in most things.

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RE: Cruise? No Way! - 14/6/2011 2:27:52 PM

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I love the Kevin Durand idea - 6'6 and massive - nails it.

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RE: no fucking way - 14/6/2011 3:31:02 PM

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totaly agree 100% with you there oz.

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RE: Reaching - 14/6/2011 5:01:38 PM

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I like Cruise, but I think he should keep to producing (or even directing) this option. A far better choice would be Dwayne Johnson. The people's champ needs a franchise, and this would be perfect for him.

I have to agree with u, the only person perfect for the role of Jack Reacher is Dwayne Johnson, the man deserves a franchise like this, the guy can act, has got charisma to burn and he is bulit as a brick shit house. I really hope Paramount come to their senses and give the man a chance to shine instead of Tom Cruise.

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Not in a million years - 14/6/2011 5:06:35 PM

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This would be SACRILEGE. Reacher is one of the best characters in books today, and his shoes will be very difficult to fill in a movie. But Cruise absolutely, never ever, no way should be permitted to play him. I've read all Lee Child's books more than once (can't wait for the new one), and the only person that I've ever seen on TV or film that made me think "Reacher" is Jason Isaacs. I would be one of the first queueing to see a Reacher film, but never with Cruise in it.

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RE: Tom Cruise as Jack Reacher? - 14/6/2011 6:31:51 PM

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Isn't Cruise 5'6" not 5'9". Foot tall lifts are going to be pretty visible.

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RE: Seriously....? - 14/6/2011 7:09:59 PM

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Well in an interview promoting Fast Five, he was walking around at 260 lbs at the moment but if he leans out a bit, not too much then perfect. i honestly believe they are missing the boat on casting Dwayne for the role, but i'll be also happy if they offered the role to Chris Hemsworth as well. Tom Cruise should just stick to producing films instead stealing roles like Jack Reacher from people who are perfect for the role like Dwayne Johnson and Chris Hemsworth.

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RE: A long tall glass of shut-up juice... - 14/6/2011 7:45:33 PM

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Tom Cruise is a great actor - and I admit it would be interesting to see if he could 'do' the darkness required for Reacher (ie no inane smiling

), but I wouldn't want to see him as Reacher.

Issues about height/build notwithstanding, if TC got the role, then this wouldn't be a "Jack Reacher" film - it'd be a Tom Cruise film. Nowt wrong with a TC film mind - it's just not what I'd want to see for the Reacher series. I'd rather have a lesser known actor take the role, and have the focus be on the character, rather than the actor.

When I've read the books, I've always imagned Will Self (No, seriously) as Reacher - something about the deadpan expressions (and height).

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RE: Simple solution... - 16/6/2011 1:00:35 PM

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Jeffrey Dean Morgan would be good for Reacher (based on his performance in Watchmen and The Losers)

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Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 17/6/2011 5:15:09 PM

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I've had another thought about who could play Reacher - what about Matt Passmore??

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 17/6/2011 8:43:57 PM

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"One Shot"? More like "One Short" ;-)

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RE: 6ft4" not 4ft6" - 25/6/2011 10:29:11 AM

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I cannot find the words!? I'm not sure there are any! Cruise as Reacher!? Hell no! It's just so many kinds of wrong!!!

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RE: 6ft4" not 4ft6" - 25/6/2011 11:23:35 AM

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Does anyone remember when Hugh Jackman was cast as Wolverine? He's way too tall etc, etc. That worked out okay

I've not read any of the books so don't have any preconceptions of the character so I can't say I'm bothered at all.

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RE: 6ft4" not 4ft6" - 25/6/2011 11:28:17 AM

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How about Hugh Jackman. He could be an interesting casting choice.

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RE: NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!! - 2/7/2011 3:23:16 PM

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First of all, NO. Obviously. Cruise must still need his ego feeding. He must have read the books and loved them and thought ''hmmm, I want the public to love me like Lee Child's readers love Reacher, I know what to do......'' I really hope one of his friends and/or advisors advises him to step back from this. It won't stop me reading the books cos who in their wrong mind is ever gonna 'see' TC when they read Reacher? Who? Only a yoghurt. But it would be nice to see him converted properly.
I also don't understand Lee Child's take on this. He must be frikkin loaded, so surely more money isn't the main factor here. Or is he that greedy? Couldn't he have said ''yes, I will sell you the rights, but I have vito on who you cast as Reacher''? Besides. If the company making it want to make as much as possible you'd have thought they wouldn't want to alienate the loyal fans thereby costing them much ticket sales. I for one will not be going to watch TC playing someone like Reacher. Tsk tsk. The shame.

As for who COULD play him, well, my preference would be for someone unknown. Just liek Reacher is wherever he wanders. Some of the suggestions have merit, some are just plain daft. I will give my (unwanted) opinion to each in turn, ahem,

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RE: NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!! - 2/7/2011 3:51:27 PM

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Kevin Durand? Too ugly. Too happy.

Dwayne Johnson? Hmmm. I like him and all. I think he's under-used and under-rated (Southland Tales and The Other Guys shows he has more range than assumed). But I remain unconvinced where Reacher is involved. DJ can do mean, but can he do mean and be believed? I think he is too much of a nice guy. Reacher has issues. The jury is out. Give him a screen test by all means.

Jason Isaacs? Well, he's got the acting chops for it. And he can do slightly unhinged. Is he tall enough at 5'11? And can he do middle america accent? Is he too english? Best name so far

Chris Hemsworth is wayy too young. Come back in 15 years. With a haircut.

Tom Hardy is a fine fine actor and will go on to be something special. He is, a tiny bit short. He's a bit too good looking but he is able to ugly-down. Maybe a bit too young though. Otherwise a great choice.

Will Self? Is Reacher smack-head?

Hugh Jackman? Maybe years before, but he would bring Wolverine to the table and detract from what we need to see and feel. Not his fault, but there you go. Almost the right height though. Could he de-pretty himself enough?

Joe Manganiello? Too young and too swarthy. Too pretty too.

Jason Momoa? See above.

Richard Burgi? Maybe. He 'looks' like how I picture Reacher. Definite possibility.

Gerard Butler? Are you having a laugh? His attempts at american accents alone keeps him out of the frame.

Josh Brolin? Another good shout. Would need some cuban heels. But menacing for sure.

Josh Holloway? Hmmm. Maybe.

Keifer Sutherland? Too Jack-Bauer-ey. Sorry. Also totally the wrong look.

Vince Vaughan? You jest sir? I'm not writing him off, but he would need to show a type of skill I have yet to see him carry off. Besides, people will be expecting him to look to the camera and do some schtick at any moment.

Clive Owen? Could he bulk up enough? Would he want to? He's almost the right height and he has the chin. But I don't think so. Too european.

Ben Affleck? See Clive Owen.

Will Smith? Er, isn't Reacher white? Or am I being too literal? He has the talent no doubt, but I don't see it.

Karl Urban? Perhaps. Need to see some rushes but he's a possibility.

Eric Bana? Another poss.

So, after all that gumf, I give you Tom Hardy, Richard Burgi, Josh Brolin, Karl Urban and Eric Bana. But, at the risk of repeating myself, I'd rather it go to a totally unknown actor who can make the role his own. Also not sure that they're starting with the right book.

Thoughts people?

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 16/8/2011 1:55:38 PM

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My sole reason for registering with this forum is to vent my absolute frustration/annoyance/desperation at the inane decision to choose Tom Cruise to play Jack Reacher.
Like many other members I have read all the Jack Reacher novels and realise his would be big shoes to fill for any actor, let alone a pretty-boy midget.

Lee Child clearly sees dollar signs for which he is prepared to betray both Reacher and the fan base. To say Reacher is a metaphor for and unstoppable force sounds like something a PR man made up. I sincerely hope Mr Child's conscience will forbid this travesty.

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 16/8/2011 2:27:07 PM

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I don't honetly think Child gives a stuff. People will still buy his books, whatever the movie does/is like. And people who have never heard of Reacher might see this film cos of Cruise/hype. Child wins either way. Shame really. Had him down for a man of integrity. But then, what the fuck do I know?

He will say something a lot of authors say when they're taking the money; "I had/have confidence that Tom could/will bring a new audience to the Reacher-universe. That his skill, talent and experience will/has made light of any potential problems with the character/franchise, and I was very happy with the rushes I saw"
Translation is "I sold the rights to Cruise's company. I have no control/I couldn't give a monkey's who they get in to play whatshisname". You decide.

The Cruiser needs to shoulder half the blame too though. He has soo much money. He is just doing this for his massive ego. People would have so much more time and respect for him, something you cannot buy, and something I think he craves to some extent, if he backed off and got someone else to play the role. Maybe he can be a co-star in the next one? Anyway, I've said my bit. Unless it gets an amazing review I don't think I will have much interest in it. Also, as others have said, it's the wrong book to start with. Doh!

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RE: Tom Cruise is no Jack Reacher - 16/8/2011 3:09:50 PM

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Say it isn't so!!!!!! Tom Cruise is the exact opposite of Jack Reacher. He is a puny 5'3" guy. It would ruin the Jack Reacher brand. Dwayne, "The Rock" Johnson would be an excellent choice as he matches the height and physique requirements perfectly; is very handsome and can maintain that machismo and attitude that the role requires. For what it costs to see a movies these days, if Cruise is cast, then I'll save my money and buy the next Jack Reacher novel instead. It would be a painful waste of 2 hours to see Cruise trying to be Reacher. You see, as a woman, Jack Reacher and Dwayne Johnson make me feel safe. However, if I'm with Tom Cruise, I feel like I have to defend him! Any questions?

I 100% agree with this, I think Paramount have really drop the ball on not casting Dwayne in the role of Jack Reacher

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RE: Tom Cruise is no Jack Reacher - 16/8/2011 4:05:25 PM

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But Azzman, I thought TC bought the rights and had casting control? Otherwise, come on, who in their wrong minds is gonna cast TC as JR? It simply must be his shout. Sadly...........

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RE: Tom Cruise is no Jack Reacher - 16/8/2011 4:24:27 PM

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But Azzman, I thought TC bought the rights and had casting control? Otherwise, come on, who in their wrong minds is gonna cast TC as JR? It simply must be his shout. Sadly...........

Ahh i forgot about that he bought the rights, damn if he didn't bought the rights then Dwayne would of been the right guy for the role.

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RE: Tom Cruise is no Jack Reacher - 16/8/2011 4:32:57 PM

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Maybe. I voiced my thoughts (bored you all shitless) on here earlier, and included DJ as possible. But you know, maybe he's too cut? Does that make sense. Reacher is ma-hoo-sive but he doesn't work out. Hard to imagine in these Hollywood days but there are people like that. And isn't he too swarthy? And pretty? Still, he would be 100 times better than Tom, that's for sure. I still like the idea of a total unknown who goes on to make lots more and establish himself. Not to be I guess

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 16/8/2011 7:15:18 PM

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Gazpop's remarks regarding Mr Cruise are entirely correct.

One can imagine him reading the novel and thinking yes thats me to tee, what arrogance and what an ego.
There are so many ways he is diametrically opposed to Reacher, his compact stature notwithstanding ie ego, arrogance, intellect, ruggedness etc.

The deal may have been done with Paramount et al for all the books in the series, since any correctly casted actor playing Reacher in a sequel would show Cruise to the greater viewing public as being even more ridiculous than he already seems to be.

This being the case, the next Cruse sequel should be either book 12 "Nothing To Lose" where Jack thwarts a nutty religious cult, or perhaps book 1 "Killing Fields', where Jack's sightly taller brother could be played by Danny De Vito.

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RE: Tom Cruise As Jack Reacher? - 16/8/2011 11:45:30 PM

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Disgraceful miscasting.

I see many on here are suggesting the Rock as a possible Reacher but IMHO he's too smooth, too young and too dark.

The perfect Reacher would be .........

..... Dolph Lundgren.

Size - check, 6'5 and 200lbs plus. But not too toned.
Dirty blonde - check
Can do mean - check

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RE: Ray Stevenson for Jack Reacher? - 17/8/2011 11:29:10 AM

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Re Dolf Lungren for JR:

Yes he does fit the part with regard to size, age and ruggedness, but, a prime feature of JR is his sharp intelligence, recall he was Major in the US Military Police who was always able to outthink his adversaries.

DL certainly does not in any way fit this essential aspect of the role and neither of course does Tom Cruise.

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RE: Ray Stevenson for Jack Reacher? - 17/8/2011 12:28:05 PM

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