"Rocketman" - Tom Hardy starring as Elton John

[BLUEGRASS]

I would never have considered Hardy for the role, but I'm interested to see what he does with the part.

Tom Hardy ("The Dark Knight Rises," "Inception") is now officially confirmed to be starring as Elton John in the biopic "Rocketman" at Rocket Pictures and Focus Features.

Lee Hall ("Billy Elliot," "War Horse") penned the script which will combine the true story of John's life with fantastical elements from his songs.

The film will start with his life at age 11 and continue through adulthood with his songs providing musical backing. Hardy's deal was closed after a lengthy search to cast the role.

Michael Gracey directs the film which begins shooting next Fall. Steve Hamilton Shaw and David Furnish will produce.

SOURCE: http://www.darkhorizons.com/news/293...lay-elton-john

[Jennifer Lawrence Fan]

He needs to do the Bane voice in this.

[BLUEGRASS]

Originally Posted by Michael Bay Fan

He needs to do the Bane voice in this.

[Moefiz]

Interesting casting choice...can't picture Hardy has Elton John

[Doctor Jack]

Well I guess they are turning Elton John into a unintelligible mumbler.

[Jennifer Lawrence Fan]

Originally Posted by BLUEGRASS

[Show spoiler]

if he looked like that in the film. I be there first day no doubt.

[Foggy]

Originally Posted by Doctor Jack

Well I guess they are turning Elton John into a unintelligible mumbler.

Because Tom Hardy has only done that one film right?

[jwerk]

Originally Posted by Doctor Jack

Well I guess they are turning Elton John into a unintelligible mumbler.

That's ridiculous. That's like saying they are turning Captain Phillips into a crossdresser

I happen to like Tom Hardy, and if he can get a little pudgy(not trying to insult a legend), it should work great.

[Doctor Jack]

Originally Posted by Foggy

Because Tom Hardy has only done that one film right?

He has mumbled in more than one movie. It is only getting worse with each one. Don't get me wrong, Hardy can be great but he is veering towards a mumbler now. Hope he doesn't keep on doing it.

[Col. Zombie]

Originally Posted by Moefiz

Interesting casting choice...can't picture Hardy has Elton John

+1

[Taipan]

Can Hardy sing or play the piano? That is what made "Walk the Line" so good. Phoenix and Witherspoon performed beyond expectations.

[AmrlKJaneway]

Originally Posted by Foggy

Because Tom Hardy has only done that one film right?

Absolutely! I found his mumbling out of control in Star Trek: Nemesis as well! I didn't understand a word he was saying! And he had that phoney British accent, which was such a cheap imitation of Picard!

[ultlife2013]

Tom hardy mumbles? :lol:

[Visco.]

Originally Posted by BLUEGRASS

If this was gosling it'd be my new avatar

[BLUEGRASS]

the script which will combine the true story of John's life with fantastical elements from his songs.

I wonder if this is going to be done via some trippy musical numbers, such as what was done in Across the Universe?

[Riddler The Slag]

This is an inspired casting choice! Look forward to seeing what Hardy does with the role!

[Taipan]

Originally Posted by AmrlKJaneway

Absolutely! I found his mumbling out of control in Star Trek: Nemesis as well! I didn't understand a word he was saying! And he had that phoney British accent, which was such a cheap imitation of Picard!

Phoney British accent? Isn't he British?

[Riddler The Slag]

Curious as to who will play Bernie Taupin?

[ultlife2013]

Originally Posted by Taipan

Phoney British accent? Isn't he British?

:lol: yes he is but it's so phoney nonetheless, amiright?

[Dispatch Ninja]

Originally Posted by Taipan

Can Hardy sing or play the piano? That is what made "Walk the Line" so good. Phoenix and Witherspoon performed beyond expectations.

He can rap. Does that count?