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Asa Butterfield, known for Ender’s Game and Hugo, was once said to be up for the role of Marvel’s new Spider-Man, which ended up going to Tom Holland. That’s okay with Asa Butterfield as he reveals he’s more of a DC fan. “DC honestly – just from the comics and the cartoon series. I like
Watch the first trailer for Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children.
The movie has a September 30, 2016 release date directed by Tim Burton starring Eva Green, Asa Butterfield, Ella Purnell, Allison Janney, Terence Stamp, Rupert Everett, with Judi Dench and Samuel L. Jackson.
Synopsis:
From visionary director Tim Burton, and based upon the best-selling novel, comes an unforgettable motion picture experience. When Jake discovers clues to a mystery that spans alternate realities and times, he uncovers a secret refuge known as Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. As he learns about the residents and their unusual abilities, Jake realizes that safety is an illusion, and danger lurks in the form of powerful, hidden enemies. Jake must figure out who is real, who can be trusted, and who he really is.
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The latest regarding the new Spider-Man is more speculation and rumor, with it now said the new Spider-Man may possibly be named next week.
Deadline calls attention to the recent rumor that Spider-Man is down to two to four actors, with Asa Butterfield apparently out of contention.
While the report doesn’t confirm or deny the rumor, they do state the decision for the new Spider-Man may come next week.
It’s also stated the new Spider-Man used in Captain America: Civil War will be similar to the Marvel Comics storyline in that Spider-Man may be a swing vote when it comes down to super hero registration (or whatever “super hero registration” movie equivalent Marvel goes with).
The wallcrawler plays a key role in the 2006-2007 Marvel Comics storyline on which the film is based. That story put Iron Man and Captain America on opposite sides of the law, with Tony Stark the public face of a government effort to force superheroes to register with the government, enacted in the wake of outrage over a devastating battle between heroes and villains that left behind numerous civilian casualties. Citing concerns about liberty and freedom, Captain America goes underground and becomes the leader of those heroes who refuse to register. Spider-Man serves as what amounts to the swing vote on the question. At first publicly unmasking himself, as the government becomes more heavily focused on rounding up fugitive heroes, Spidey switches sides. Captain America: Civil War will hit similar beats, and supposedly, Spider-Man is intended to play a role similar to that of the comics, which means Marvel needs him, and quick.
Deadline also repeats the rumor that Marvel and Sony are at a casting standstill over the choice of the Spider-Man actor, though their own report instead mentions Marvel and Sony are “very carefully deliberating over who will play Peter Parker in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the foreseeable future.”
Regarding Asa Butterfield, Deadline says he is “now apparently out of contention.”
The four actors said to be up to play the new Spider-Man are: Tom Holland, Charlie Rowe, Matthew Lintz and Charlie Plummer.
It’s noted Tom Holland is currently in Atlanta (where Captain America: Civil War is filming) for a golf outing.
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It’s now being reported that Asa Butterfield is no longer being considered for Spider-Man.
Apparently the info is coming from a reporter from The Wrap that was the same one to state he was 95% certain the new Spider-Man would be non-white.
However, every actor said to be up for the role by the Hollywood trade sites (and The Wrap) is white.
It’s said the list of actors to play the new Spider-Man is now down to Tom Holland, Charlie Plummer and Matthew Lintz — with Marvel wanting Plummer while Sony favors Holland, leading to a casting standstill.
It’s also said that Asa Butterfield went on Reddit and made comments replying to fans about his potential casting, which may be a reason why Marvel let him go.
If I had to guess, I would say that Marvel already has their Spider-Man, and that they have had the actor for a while (à la Benedict Cumberbatch or Chris Pratt).
The new Peter Parker/Spider-Man is thought to be first appearing in Captain America: Civil War and is said to be wanted on set in July.
Really, nothing has been confirmed by Marvel other than the new Spider-Man will be Peter Parker in high school.
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A couple of days ago saw it mentioned that Marvel and Sony may name the new Spider-Man within a week, and now a reported shortlist of directors has surfaced.
Deadline offers an update corroborating that Asa Butterfield and Tom Holland are the frontrunners to play the new Spider-Man, though Matt Lintz and Charlie Rowe are still said to be in the mix.
Regarding possiblities to direct the 2017 standalone Spider-Man film, it’s said Marvel and Sony have Ted Melfi (St. Vincent) and Jonathan Levine (Warm Bodies) as their favorites, with John Francis Daley, Jonathan M. Goldstein and Jon Watts said to be in contention.
It’s reported the final decision will be made by Marvel’s Kevin Feige and Sony’s Amy Pascal, with Sony Pictures chief Tom Rothman offering input as well.
It’s also said Marvel and Sony have been meeting with writers for the new Spider-Man movie.
There has been no mention as of late of Drew Goddard who was said to be directing the Sinister Six movie for Sony and was also said to be a favorite of Amy Pascal’s. It seems Goddard’s name has been absent with Marvel’s now being involved. There may be some heat between Goddard and Marvel as Goddard left the Daredevil series, and Sony leaked e-mails revealed contention between Goodard and Marvel as well.
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It’s being said the new Spider-Man may be chosen within a week.
THR offers an update on the Spider-Man casting, which offers that contrary to internet rumor, Asa Butterfield has not been cast or offered the role.
The report mentions six actors were flown into Atlanta, where Captain America: Civil War is filming, to test for the role with Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige present as well as Joe and Anthony Russo (directors on Cap 3) and Amy Pascal of Sony.
It’s said Tom Holland, Asa Butterfield, Judah Lewis, Matthew Lintz, Charlie Rowe and Charlie Plummer were the actors tested.
Apparently, the Atlanta test capped off a worldwide search in which Marvel and Sony execs looked at over 1,500 boys from around the world and narrowed them down to the final six only in the last two weeks or so.
It’s further said an inside source has cautioned there is a slim chance that Marvel won’t like any of their choices and could keep looking.
Of course, another possibility is that the new Spider-Man has already been cast and this is just more smoke and mirrors on the part of Marvel.
Aside from internet rumor, recent reports have made no mention of Dylan O’Brien or Logan Lerman for the role.
The new Spider-Man is said to be first appearing in Captain America: Civil War followed by a new 2017 standalone movie.
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It’s once again being said Asa Butterfield is Marvel’s top choice to play Spider-Man; however, contrary to internet rumors, Butterfield has not yet been cast.
At least not yet.
Deadline offers an update in that Asa Butterfield and four other actors are in line to play the new Spider-Man, with the character thought to be debuting in Captain America: Civil War prior to the new Sony Spider-Man movie. Butterfield “currently stands as first among equals, but nothing is set in stone.”
Other actors previously said to be up for the new Spider-Man include Nat Wolff, Tom Holland, Timothee Chalamet and Liam James.
It’s possible a Spider-Man casting announcement may come soon as reportedly the actor will be needed in June for filming on Captain America: Civil War.
Marvel and Sony’s new Spider-Man will follow Peter Parker through his high school years.
Butterfield has been on our own list to play Spider-Man since December.
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Asa Butterfield was on our list to play Spider-Man; the actor stated he wanted to play Spider-Man; Butterfield was named among the top five choices, and now it’s said Asa Butterfield is the frontrunner to play Marvel’s new Wall Crawler.
According to Latino Review, Asa Butterfield is Marvel and Sony’s favorite to play Spider-Man, with it said Marvel had Butterfield on the top of their list since day one.
It’s also been said we’ll find out the identity of the actor playing Spider-Man by June as that is when Marvel will need Spider-Man for filming on Captain America: Civil War for the May 2016 release, which will be followed by the Sony standalone film in 2017.
Marvel has already let it be known the new Spider-Man will be Peter Parker set in high school, and that they already have the new Spider-Man costume ready.
17-year-old Asa Butterfield, a London native, is known for Ender’s Game, Merlin and Hugo.
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Five names have apparently surfaced for Marvel’s new Spider-Man.
The reporter for The Wrap, who also said he was 95% sure Spider-Man is going to be non-white, is now stating Nat Wolff, Asa Butterfield, Tom Holland, Timothee Chalamet and Liam James are in the mix to play Peter Parker, which are all white actors.
According to the report, Sony is preparing to offer the actors a chance to test for the role, with it said a decision on the new Spider-Man will take place in the next 2-3 weeks.
It’s also said the new Spider-Man won’t be needed until June for Captain America: Civil War.
Previous details confirmed by Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige included the new Spider-Man and Peter Parker will be in high school, and that Marvel already has the new costume ready.
Drew Goddard is said to be Sony’s choice to direct the standalone Spider-Man film in 2017.
Some info on the contenders (pictured above from left to right):
Nat Wolff – 20 years old; known for The Fault In Our Stars and The Naked Brothers Band.
Asa Butterfield – 18 years old; known for Hugo and Ender’s Game.
Tom Holland – 18 years old; known for Wolf Hall and The Impossible.
Timothee Chalamet – 19 years old; known for Interstellar and Homeland.
Liam James – 18 years old; known for The Killing and Psych.
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With Spider-Man rumored to be 15-years-old, the young actor most people think of first is usually Asa Butterfield, known for Ender’s Game, Hugo and Merlin.
Butterfield happens to be active on Reddit, and when a fan remarked Butterfield should play Spider-Man, the actor was all for it.
“I’M SO DOWN!” Butterfield enthusiastically responded.
Butterfield thinks he would make a good Peter Parker as well.
“I can do ‘thin little bespectacled dweeb‘ pretty good, not far from myself actually,” Butterfield added.
Butterfield’s response took place almost a month ago, which was prior to it said Sony and Marvel may want to go with a 15-year-old Spidey, but it was still said they wanted Spider-Man in high school.
Asa Butterfield is 17-years-old hailing from the UK.
Spider-Man is thought to be appearing in Captain America: Civil War May 2016 followed by a standalone Spider-Man movie in 2017.
