Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes

[GreenScar]

The Sun is reporting that Russell Crowe wants in and that Guy Ritchie is keen on the idea. This is really shaping up. The bad news is Crowe may not be in Ridley Scott's Nottingham (and it may not even be made at this point).

[JJ]

I missed out on what happened to Nottingham! I'm assuming you know, Jason! And as far as Crowe as Watson, I think he would make a better Moriarty...I always pictured Watson as more of a bumbling brilliant mind - Philip Seymour Hoffman maybe, but not Crowe!

[GreenScar]

Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

I missed out on what happened to Nottingham! I'm assuming you know, Jason! And as far as Crowe as Watson, I think he would make a better Moriarty...I always pictured Watson as more of a bumbling brilliant mind - Philip Seymour Hoffman maybe, but not Crowe!

It's interesting. They are not going the traditional route. Downey Jr and Ritchie have talked about how Holmes will be doing Kung-Fu and it'll be more action oriented. If that's the case, then Crowe would fit in as a more gruff, beer drinking Watson. I'm sure traditionalists will be up in arms over all this. Hoffman would be excellent for the traditional Watson. He seems to be able to do anything he puts his mind to.

As for Nottingham:

Originally Posted by jasonbird

This movie was planned for Nov 2009 release and it just got postponed due to various reasons (possible SAG strike being one of them). You can see the details here.

The Sheriff of Nottingham will not be chasing Robin Hood into England’s Sherwood Forest this fall.

Although "Nottingham," director Ridley Scott’s revisionist take on the Robin Hood tale had been aiming for a mid-August start date, production on the film, which is to star Russell Crowe as a sympathetic Sheriff of Nottingham, has been indefinitely postponed. A new production start date probably couldn’t be set now until next year.

Script concerns, location logistics and the current labor unrest all played a role in the decision.

The statement said that Universal, Imagine, Scott, and Crowe all remain committed to the project.

I'm pretty sure these are not the real reasons. It's anybody's guess what they are. I would tend to think that the Studio and Scott didn't view things eye to eye.

[mjbethancourt]

I don't think I could dig Crowe as Watson. As a youngster, I was always pretty fond of Sherlock Holmes shorts. Downey is a fine choice, for dark reasons (Holmes was an acknowledged drug abuser, like Downey, but quirky and physically able... Holmes was known for having freakishly strong hands). Watson was the phuddy-duddy, professional doctor. I don't see Crowe working out in that part, he's a bad fit, it should be someone older and more subdued (the hell with Hoffman... I'm sick of seeing him recommended for every role this side of jeezus). I'll still end up seeing the movie, even if they do fart it up by casting Crowe as Watson.

I'd have to say that up 'til now, Sherlock Holmes has never really been done right, it's always been over sanitized... I've never seen a screen version where Holmes tears a rail of coke or goes "undercover" in an opium den, but it's all over the place in the written version.

[Heart_Collector]

Very interesting...any word on who IS Moriarty?

[charlie swords]

from IESB.net

Empire Online spoke with Ritchie along with SHERLOCK HOLMES producer Susan Downey who is also missus to star Robert Downey Jr. who is signed on to portray the famous detective.

Regardless of the Russell Crowe as Watson rumors, Ritchie says he has not found his Watson yet, "I don’t have a Watson...Somebody just told me that I have Russell Crowe lined up but that’s news to me. I suspect that hasn’t happened and I’m still looking for my Watson.”

[supersix4]

could be good

[GreenScar]

Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

I missed out on what happened to Nottingham! I'm assuming you know, Jason! And as far as Crowe as Watson, I think he would make a better Moriarty...I always pictured Watson as more of a bumbling brilliant mind - Philip Seymour Hoffman maybe, but not Crowe!

You JJ are prophetic

This just in: Crowe in talks to play Moriarty! Source

Here we go. Days ago, rumors hit that Russell Crowe was set to play Watson to Robert Downey Jr.’s Sherlock Holmes. To which the Internet huffed, “He’s not roundy enough!” And the Internet was right, but not quite. Not a first. According to those Palin-loathing dudes at Latino Review, Crowe is in talks to play Moriarty, Holmes creepy-smart arch-nemesis. You’ll recall that director Guy Ritchie only pffft’d Crowe for the aforementioned sidekick role, which still hasn’t been cast. LR report that Gerard Butler was offered the part, but didn’t bite. Not roundy enough?

Coming Soon report that prolific British actor, Mark Strong (Body of Lies, Rocknrolla, Sunshine) has signed on, and LR add that he’ll play a character named Blackwood. More casting news and confirmations as they develop. Titillating photo of Moriarty after the jump (yeah, we tried blackmailing AICN)!

[wnicholas76]

I just saw on IMDB a few minutes ago that Rachel McAdams is set to star as the female lead opposite Robert Downey Jr. in the upcoming Guy Ritchie film, "Sherlock Holmes", according to Internet reports. I also read on the article that Jude Law is allegedly in talks to play Holmes' sidekick, Dr. Watson. I'd say that this bit of good news is getting better and better by the minute. What do you think?

Here's an article about it from The Hollywood Reporter:

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/...3fce47449ed3a5

[Red Hood]

does sound like its getting to be good. Love both of them.

[BStecke]

Cool. I've always liked her stuff. This looks like it'll be something to see.

[alexakajeff]

Robert Downey Jr. is amazing!!!!

[fdm]

Originally Posted by BStecke

Cool. I've always liked her stuff. This looks like it'll be something to see.

Yah, I kinda like her stuff too.

[BigFoot]

Originally Posted by fdm

Yah, I kinda like her stuff too.

Same here.

[GreenScar]

Sherlock Holmes begins Production. Here is the official press release from WB. I am interested to see Downey Jr in this role and also the different take they are planning.


Principal photography is set to begin on location in London for the action adventure mystery “Sherlock Holmes,” being helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Guy Ritchie, for Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures.

Robert Downey Jr. brings the legendary detective to life as he has never been portrayed before. Jude Law stars as Holmes’ trusted colleague, Watson, a doctor and war veteran who is a formidable ally for Sherlock Holmes. Rachel McAdams stars as Irene Adler, the only woman ever to have bested Holmes and who has maintained a tempestuous relationship with the detective. Mark Strong stars as their mysterious new adversary, Blackwood. Kelly Reilly will play Watson’s love interest, Mary.

Based on an original story/comic book by Lionel Wigram, inspired by the classic tales of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the film will be produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. Steve Clark-Hall and Bruce Berman are serving as executive producers. In a dynamic new portrayal of Conan Doyle’s famous characters, “Sherlock Holmes” sends Holmes and his stalwart partner Watson on their latest challenge. Revealing fighting skills as lethal as his legendary intellect, Holmes will battle as never before to bring down a new nemesis and unravel a deadly plot that could destroy the country.

Guy Ritchie most recently wrote, directed and produced the action comedy “RocknRolla,” a box office success which opened at number one in the U.K. The film is set for release in select U.S. cities on October 8 and expands nationwide on October 31. Ritchie’s previous writing and directing credits include “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,” “Snatch” and “Revolver.” Robert Downey Jr. starred this past summer in the blockbuster “Iron Man” and the comedy smash “Tropic Thunder.” His recent film credits also include “Zodiac” and “Good Night, and Good Luck.” He previously earned an Academy Award® nomination and a BAFTA Award for his portrayal of Charlie Chaplin in “Chaplin.” “Sherlock Holmes” is his third project with producer Joel Silver, following “Gothika” and the award-winning “Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang.” Downey Jr. will next be seen in the biographical drama “The Soloist.”

Jude Law earned an Academy Award® nomination and won a BAFTA Award for his work in Anthony Minghella’s “The Talented Mr. Ripley.” He received his second Oscar® and BAFTA nominations for his role in Minghella’s “Cold Mountain.” Law starred last year in Kenneth Branagh’s “Sleuth,” and includes among his upcoming films “Repossession Mambo” and Terry Gilliam’s “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus.”

Rachel McAdams most recently starred in the indie feature “The Lucky Ones.” Her additional film credits include “The Family Stone,” “Wedding Crashers,” “Red Eye,” “The Notebook” and “Mean Girls.” She also stars in the upcoming films “The Time Traveler’s Wife” and “State of Play.”

Mark Strong, currently starring in Guy Ritchie’s “RocknRolla,” previously teamed with the director on the indie “Revolver.” Strong will next be seen in Ridley Scott’s highly anticipated action drama “Body of Lies.” He previously earned a BAFTA Television Award for the BBC crime series “The Long Firm.”

Kelly Reilly recently earned critical acclaim for her work in the films “Pride & Prejudice” and “Mrs. Henderson Presents,” for which she won a London Film Critics Circle Award and earned a British Independent Film Award nomination.

“Sherlock Holmes” will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

[GreenScar]

[ascian]

that made me laugh out loud. it's so far the opposite of any image i've ever had of sherlock holmes it borders on the ridiculous.

of course, this is my opinion, and my opinion only. still... all i see is RDJ in a funny hat.

[silversnake]

Originally Posted by ascian

that made me laugh out loud. it's so far the opposite of any image i've ever had of sherlock holmes it borders on the ridiculous.

of course, this is my opinion, and my opinion only. still... all i see is RDJ in a funny hat.

i have to agree. definitely didn't get a good first impression when i saw the pic. NOt to the same effect of the prince and jake gyllenhaal I got the first time I saw the prince pics.

[ambientcafe]

Are you sure those aren't pics from one of Downey Jr.'s early movies -- 'Chaplin' (lol) ?!

[El Negro]

In the 2nd pic he looks like Hugh Jackman.