'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting: All the Latest Actors Up for The Part of Christian Grey
The search for the next Christian Grey continues. Countless names seem to be added to the list each passing day which makes it difficult for some fans to keep track of. Well, no need to look anywhere else because here are all the latest actors up for the part of Christian Grey in "Fifty Shades of Grey."
Charlie Hunnam of "Sons of Anarchy" had officially left the part of Christian Grey blaming his "immersive TV schedule" for the decision. Yet, a source close to Hunnam claims the star simply had got "cold feet" from all the attention plus a sadomasochistic lover was not on his list of future film roles to play.
This sudden exit from the film had caused producers to frantically search for a suitable replacement. With the clock ticking and the tight schedule to follow, Universal Studios and Focus Features have been pouring every minute of their time scouting for possible stars to play Christian Grey.
From Matt Bomer to Ryan Gosling, these Hollywood hunks have been named by fans as potential replacements. However, these A-list stars are unlikely to accept the part of Christian Grey. Aside from having to deal with overzealous fans of the franchise, some stars have turned down the part due to the measly pay of $125,000 where tax and manager's pay will have to be taken out from. Considering the amount of nudity and sexual scenes in the film, the pay isn't enough.
Rather than look through fan favourites, producers have been picking through celebrities not that known in the movie biz but still has a strong hold in the industry such as Clint Eastwood's son, Scott Eastwood. Other stars include Luke Bracey of "Home & Away", Billy Magnussen, Francois Arnaud, Christian Cooke and Jamie Dornan.
These stars have been eyed mainly due to their exposure judging from their "comprehensive" film roles. Not much fans know who these stars save for Jamie Dornan of "Once Upon a Time" and Scott Eastwood which make them the perfect choices for the part of Christian Grey.
Nothing is official as of today and for one fans have to wait for author E.L. James to make the announcement of a cast on her Twitter account.